Looking through the Shanghai lens

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城市漫步上海
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January 2014
CALLING THE SHOTS
Looking throu gh the Shanghai lens
PLUS
INTERVIEWS WITH SVEN GORAN ERIKSSON, SARAH BRIGHTMAN,
AKON, CHEN MAN, DWIGHT SLADE AND THE CAST OF CHICAGO
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That’s Shanghai has been audited by ABC.
Publisher’s statement: January 2014
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EDITOR’s note
Win! Win! Win!
January
“Photography: the art form of the
untalented.”
interview with It Girl of Chinese
photography Chen Man (p26).
So said Gore Vidal. What a miserable old bitch! It was snide comments such as these that led to
fellow novelist Norman Mailer
once punching him at a party
after a bad review. Stick to the day
job Gore - you were, admittedly, a
pretty good hairdresser…
Soccerball man from the south,
and mover amongst majesty (see
below), Matt Horn met up with
that saucy Swedish sexpot Sven
Goran Eriksson, currently coaching Guangzhou R&F. He seems
somewhat relieved the Chinese
press don’t take it upon themselves to poke around in his…
poking (p16).
The point being that photography
is an incredible art form. Able to
make us see the beauty (and misery, and, well… everything) that
lies all around at all times. And
arguably the most accessible art
form there is.
And we have plenty of talented
photographers here in Shanghai.
So this month we’ve decided to
feature a few with exciting new
projects to showcase (from p52). I
only wish we had room for more.
If you feel overlooked, please do
get in touch at editor@urbanatomy.com – we have no intention of
this being a one off.
Despite this month being more
than a little redonkulous, sandwiched as it is by occidental and
oriental festive seasons, we’ve still
managed a fair few treats for you.
Sticking with the cover theme
Lifestyle Editors Marianna Cerini
and Tongfei Zhang landed an
Meanwhile, one man arts section dynamo Andrew Chin shot
the snizzle with everyone from
soon-to-be space cadet Sarah
Brightman (p45) to Senegalese
hip-hip-hopper Akon (p42), or
Aliaune Damala Bouga Time
Bongo Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu
Badara Akon Thiam as I like to call
him. True name, true story.
But the time is upon us to renounce our nefarious ways.
January is all about feeling guilty
about all those pies we’ve been
stuffing our faces with. You’ll find
our Urban Eyes Get Fit Issue in the
center of the magazine: pull out
in case of spare tire emergency.
And don’t forget to vote in our
Sports Awards, nominees on p82.
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A pair of tickets to the
Punchline Comedy
shows in both Pudong
and Puxi p18, a pair
of tickets to We Are
Shanghai p40, a pair
of tickets to Unknown
Mortal Orchestra p92
Hourly updates on news,
current affairs and general
weirdness from around
Shanghai and China.
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MATT HORN: CHAMPAGNE CHARLIE
That’s has finally officially
received the royal seal of
approval. Well, one of our
regular writers, anyway. A
huge congratulations to
Matt Horn, who received
an MBE, “For services
to the development of
journalism and to charity
in China.” The Investiture
Ceremony at Buckingham
Palace was presided over
by Prince Charles, who asked him about teaching Chinese students and
the growth of NGOs in China. You can read some of Horn’s regal words
in this very issue, as he has landed us yet another exclusive interview,
this time with former England and current Guangzhou R&F coach, randy
ol’ Swede Sven Goran Eriksson.
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ADMINISTRATION
THE WRAP
To maximize learning for
professionals abroad,
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//52 COVER STORY
has combined its rich
experience in business
// CALLING THE SHOTS
We take a look at the latest work by some top
Shanghai-based photographers…
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//12 NIRVANA SELL-OUT?
How wealthy Chinese are
finding the path of material
excess leads to the palace of
Buddhist wisdom.
//19 EROTIC FICTION
Time to dip your quill in
the inkwell for the That’s
Shanghai Erotic Fiction
Competition.
//20 LIFE & STYLE
//22 Fashion
Out with the new, in with the
old: timeless wardrobe staples
to revive your winter closet.
//30 Asia marathons
Destination running across
Asia proves it’s not always
best to take things slow.
//36 ARTS
//38 Music Forecast
We make our picks of last
year’s notable Mainland
albums and ask some Shanghai favorites to predict 2014.
//51 Underground Art
These funky art spaces are
havens for the avant-garde
and will leave a unique
impression.
//68 EAT & DRINK
//70 Getting trendy
We discuss and dream
about what Shanghai’s
food scene may have in
store for us in 2014.
4
//76 Italian stallions
Millionaire Vittorio Moretti
and famed photographer
Oliviero Toscani create a
commotion with wine.
AQUA
MARINE
LONG
WALK
//11 Mandela
//26 SNAPPER
//48 Take won
//72 New eats
A look at the late South
African leader’s interactions
with the Middle Kingdom
and Communist Party.
Top Chinese fashion photographer Chen Man on art,
beauty and the power of the
still image.
China’s film industry made
record amounts of money
last year as it marches towards outshining Hollywood.
This month, we rave about
ramen, dine with the jellyfish
and are disappointed by an
American dream.
// 88 EVENTS
// QUOTE OF THE ISSUE
“The press here is very polite. But to be
honest I cannot read it. The good
thing is they concentrate
on the football.”
Guangzhou R&F coach
Sven Goran Eriksson P16
// Go West!
New Bars
p80
// Horse’s head?
Arrivals
p24
// Dwight Slade
Comedy
p18
// Short stories
Books
p47
// Sport awards
Community
p82
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WHAT’S ON IN January
Jan 15 Wed
Akon
Shanghai Grand Stage p42
Jan 4 Sat
Jan 12 Sun
Arkham p90
Secret Location p91
No Pants Subway Ride
Heems
Jan 15 Wed
Jan 2 Thu
Unknown Mortal
Orchestra
Jan 18 Sat
Mercedes-Benz Arena p89
Yuyintang p92
Yuyintang p40
James Blunt
6
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Personal Testaments of Survival
Fire of Anatolia
Shanghai Grand Stage See p44
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eighties, as they share testimonies of their childhood
rescue–one through the courage of the entire village of
Le Chambon and the other through the persistence of
his sister with the cooperation of many.
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Zapata’s and Kerry Hotel
Sarah Brightman
Punchline Comedy Club
See p18
See p45
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◆◆ Jan 25 Sat
Yuanshen Stadium
Marriott City Centre
Shanghai Sharks vs
Guangzhou Southern Tigers
7:00 p.m. Concordia’s Rittmann Theater
Free and Open to the Public
www.concordiashanghai.org
Phone +8621 5899 0380
See p93
Burns Night
See p94
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CITY
THE BUZZ
DON’T YOU KNOW WHO I AM?
Donnie Does
Edited by Ned Kelly and Lauren hogan
SNAP CITY
This month’s winner is...
ACCIDENTAL CHINESE HIPSTERS
Easy, tiger!
Stefano Ogliari Badessi
He had always struck us as a
poor man’s Ali G, a budget Borat
from Boston. The ‘celebrity’
highlight of the Donnie Does
YouTube video series had so far
been a party round at Spencer
Tarring’s apartment (And when
you’re hanging on DJ Spenny’s
coattails, you’d assume it was
time to retire the Larry Bird
shirt…)
But we’ve got to hand it to the
fake Beantown boy, perseverance seems to have paid off, his
hijinx in Donnie Does Season
Two having already served up
a couple of hits. The big one is
Donnie Does Fake Federer, in
which he sets out to answer the
age old question, “If all Chinese
people look the same to white
guys, do white guys look the
same to Chinese people?”
Ruh roh, looks like Don is entering tired cliché territory (again)
at best, and a world of dodgy
racism at worst. Only it turns
out that when Mr. Mahoney,
who bears only a passing resemblance to the Swiss serve
and volley maestro, puts on a
Federer-esque tennis top and
headband and hires a couple
of bodyguards, he manages to
bring the streets of Shanghai to
a standstill, with flocks of fans
swamping him for photographs
and photos.
Can 300,000 YouTube views be
wrong? Yes, yes they can – a
cat that looks like Hitler could
get 10 million hits before its
morning bowl of cream. But
Fake Federer is a bit of a ribtickler, as well as a weird
insight into just what can be
got away with with a bit
of blag in China. Worth a
watch. As is episode two,
where Donnie talks his way
ringside at the big Pacquaio
fight in Macao last month. The
big question – can ol’ Don keep
it up?
// Check out Donnie Does at www.youtube.
com/user/DonnieDoesIt
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January 2014 // www.thatsmags.com
This child’s swag has peaked at
a very young age. // For more hip, hip,
hip, visit accidentalchinesehipsters.tumblr.com.
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Quote of the month
“My husband has grown tired
of feeling he is sleeping with
the Chairman. Our sex
life has been destroyed.”
Female Mao Zedong impersonator Chen
Yan reveals that donning the guise of the
Great Helmsman has taken a toll on her
marriage. The 57-year-old former shopkeeper from Sichuan may be garnering
so much work that her fee has “swelled
into five digits,” but her spouse remains
unimpressed, pointing out that “thousands
of years of Chinese tradition teach us that it
is a violation of divine laws for a common
woman to attempt to play the role of the
Emperor.”
600
The number of cats saved in
Putuo District after a crowd
thwarted a man attempting to transport them in 32
small crates (to be sold, it's
assumed, for fur and meat).
Concerned residents posted
pictures of the parked truck
on Weibo asking for supporters to help confront the driver.
Animal activist soon arrived
on the scene, taking felines
from the protesting man with
the help of onlookers. Police
then arrived to detain the
driver. Four crates were taken
by animal charities, 14 by volunteer adopters and 14 crates
were released into various
cat-friendly compounds. Let’s
hope the poor moggies have
a few more lives to go.
city@urbanatomy.com
this month in history
One day in… January
Marlene Dietrich and Anna May Wong looking sultry... and Sapphic?
January 14, 1932 and a Chinese
newspaper runs with the headline “Paramount Utilizes Anna
May Wong to Produce Picture
to Disgrace China.” The picture in question was Josef von
Sternberg’s soon-to-be-released
Shanghai Express, in which
Wong played a self-sacrificing
courtesan.
“Her specialty is to expose the
conduct of the very low caste of
Chinese,” the editorial ran on,
citing her turn as “a half-robed
Chinese maid in The Thief of
Bagdad [sic]. Although she is
deficient in artistic portrayal, she
has done more than enough to
disgrace the Chinese race.”
As the first Chinese-American
movie star, the Chinese press
(not to mention government)
had long been less than favorable to Anna May Wong, believing her on-screen sexuality
spread negative stereotypes of
Chinese women. China’s intellectuals and liberals, however, were
not always so opposed to her,
as demonstrated later in 1932
when Peking University awarded
Wong an honorary doctorate,
the only time an actor had been
so honored.
And while reviews of Shanghai
Express at the time focused on
Marlene Dietrich’s acting and
Sternberg’s direction, film historians today judge that Wong’s
performance upstaged that of
Dietrich (while their sexually
charged scenes together have
fed rumors about the relation-
ship between the two stars).
As the 30s progressed, growing American sympathy for
China’s struggle with Japanese
Imperialism opened up opportunities for more positive Chinese
roles in US films. Since its publication in 1931, Wong had made
known her desire to play O-lan
in a film version of Pearl Buck’s
popular novel The Good Earth.
With MGM making the movie
in 1935, Wong sensed her opportunity. But the studio never
seriously considered her for the
role, the Chinese government
advising against it, commenting
that “whenever she appears in a
movie, the newspapers print her
picture with the caption ‘Anna
May again loses face for China.’”
According to Wong, she was instead offered the part of Lotus, a
deceitful song girl who helps to
destroy the family and seduces
the family’s oldest son. She
refused the role, telling MGM,
“If you let me play O-lan, I will
be very glad. But you’re asking
me – with Chinese blood – to
do the only unsympathetic
role in the picture featuring an
all-American cast portraying
Chinese characters.”
The role of O-lan went to Luise
Rainer, who won the Best
Actress Oscar for her performance. MGM’s refusal to consider
Wong for the part, meanwhile,
is remembered as one of the
most notorious cases of casting
discrimination in the 1930s. NK
9
CITY
TALES OF THE CITY
BY LAUREN HOGAN
Airpocalypse
Air
POLLUTION
Smog city
Eight times over the national limit was what Shanghai’s AQI hit during the deathly airpocalypse. But in
an attempt to find a silver lining to the toxic grey-green haze, a couple of wags in state media thought
it would be a wheeze to take a satirical look at how readings of over 600 can be a good thing. Global
Times stated the fog could bolster national security by thwarting missile attacks and making it harder
for foreign countries to carry out hostile reconnaissance missions. Meanwhile CCTV went four better,
listing ‘five surprising gains from the smog,’ such as uniting people because it’s ‘everyone’s enemy’ or
that the astronomical particle count promotes equality, since no matter what your background, everyone breathes the same air. How refreshing…
GAME ON
Taking control
EA’s Battlefield 4, a video game
with a ‘Siege of Shanghai’ section set in Puxi which pits US
Marine’s against the PLA, didn’t
go over too well with China
National Defense News’ Gong Yu
Cong, who asserted the game
“discredits China’s national image” and that “this new form
of cultural aggression … demonizes” China. His solution?
Fight fire with fire. “China has
too few games,” he wrote. “[FPS]
fans have called on China to
build more outstanding military
games, to show the world a
positive image of China.”
MILF
IN-FLIGHT
ROX-MAN
Love is in the air Computer says no
Singles took to the skies this
month when Spring Airlines
launched its first-ever ‘matchmaking flight.’ Bound for
Kunming from Shanghai, 10
men and 10 women in their
20s and 30s took part in the
five-hour-long dating event – an
awkwardly long amount of time
to chat it up with a stranger,
especially when you’ve got
nowhere to escape (unless you
count a cramped toilet cubicle).
The idea, at least, was a hit,
attracting a large number of applicants and leading the carrier
to promise similar events in the
future.
10
Mother from
another…
While airlines are soaring lovers to
the skies, cyberspace is breaking couples apart. A woman surnamed Wang
ended her engagement after she
discovered her fiance’s secret brothelvisiting past on the website Kaifeng.
info. The open information site, which
has been both praised and criticized
by Shanghai residents, allowed anyone to dig up “the undercover sex lives of Chinese men” by simply
keying in their full name and ID number. The database is currently
inaccessible, but could reopen in the future.
MOUSELLANEOUS
Disney developments
New Disney deets have been
revealed on the Shanghai theme
park scheduled to open in late
2015. The conventional layout,
which has been used since the
original California location opened
nearly 60 years ago, will change
to feature the 11 acre ‘Gardens
of Imagination’ in the park’s center. Within this area is a ‘Garden of
Twelve Friends.’ Based on the Chinese zodiac, each sign will be represented by mosaic murals of a different character. Mickey’s a mouse,
Donald’s a duck, Pluto’s a dog… what the hell was Goofy?
In a competition launched solely
for bragging rights, Weibo has
pitted mom against mom to find
out who is the hottest of them
all. Unsurprisingly, the search
to find China’s sexiest mamacita
has triggered an online craze,
but many a photo has also come
under suspicion for contestants
looking a bit too… premature.
Seems some lovely 20-somethings are so desperate for their
claim to fame, they’re borrowing their nieces and nephews
for a quick pic to post. Patience
ladies, your turn will come.
feature
middle kingdom MANDELA
late South African leader’s close links with China
BY James Griffiths
I
n a speech to Peking
University (PKU) in 1999,
anti-apartheid leader Nelson
Mandela, who died last month
aged 95, praised the “unwavering political, diplomatic and
material support of the Chinese
people and government for
South Africa’s struggle for liberation.”
China’s president Xi Jinping echoed this support when, speaking
after the death of South Africa’s
first democratically elected
president, he told reporters that
“the Chinese people will forever
remember the outstanding contributions he made to the cause
of human progress.”
Mandela was as much a fan of
China it was of him. In his autobiography, Long Walk to Freedom,
he wrote of reading Red Star
Over China, Edgar Snow’s seminal 1937 account of Mao Zedong
and the early struggles of the
Communist Party, as well as Sun
Tzu’s diplomatic favorite The Art
of War.
“I made my way through the
available literature on armed
warfare and in particular guerrilla warfare,” Mandela wrote. “I
wanted to know what circumstances were appropriate for a
guerrilla war; how one created,
trained and maintained a guerrilla force; how it should be
armed; where it gets its supplies
— all basic and fundamental
questions.”
By the time of the Sharpeville
massacre in 1960, when
Apartheid regime police opened
On the Great Wall, 1992
and delivered the speech at PKU.
“As well as being members of the
international community, China
and South Africa also relate to
one another as countries of
Africa and Asia,” Mandela said,
“as continents whose ancient
civilizations and ties of trade and
commerce were disrupted when
the destinies of our continents
and their peoples were subordinated to the interests of more
powerful colonial forces.”
Mandela went on to emphasize
what he saw as the future of the
relationship: trade.
With "old friend" Jiang Zemin in Beijing in 1999
Mandela began reading Mao Zedong as
he built an insurgency from scratch
fire on protesters, killing 69
– including 8 women and 10
children – Mandela’s resistance
movement went from preaching non-violence to an armed
campaign. Mandela himself
co-founded and became the
first commander-in-chief of the
African National Congress’ (ANC)
militant wing, the Umkhonto
we Sizwe, abbreviated as MK
and translated as “Spear of the
Nation.”
Mandela began reading Mao
Zedong as he built an insurgency
from scratch, learning to make
makeshift bombs from agricultural ingredients and targeting
the apartheid regime’s infrastructure but – crucially – not the
people.
links until the fall of the Berlin
Wall in 1989. And the Taiwan
Government also became an
unlikely ally of Mandela’s, donating over US$15 million to the
ANC’s 1994 election campaign in
a belated attempt to atone for its
support of the Apartheid regime.
Though Mandela didn’t visit
mainland China for the first time
until 1992 – when he received an
honorary degree from PKU and
toured the Great Wall – during
this period he publicly advocated
for a ‘Two China’ solution, starkly
at odds with Beijing’s ‘One China
Policy’ with regard to Hong
Kong, Macau and Taiwan.
Ironically, despite his professed
admiration of Mao’s revolutionary and military tactics, when
Mandela and the ANC sought
funding from the People’s
Republic of China (PRC) in the
1960s, the Chinese government
refused, not on grounds of nonintervention, but by saying the
group was “insufficiently prepared” for guerrilla warfare.
Yet Mandela was first and
foremost a politician and, like
many before him, he found his
attitudes about China changed
significantly when trade and
the economy became a factor.
In November 1996, amidst hard
lobbying from members of his
cabinet and the South African
Communist Party, Mandela announced that Pretoria would
sever ties with the Taiwan
Government and officially recognize the PRC.
Indeed, Mandela’s relationship
with the PRC was not always harmonious. Having been first rebuked by China, the ANC turned
for funding to the Soviet Union,
with whom it maintained close
In 1999, as part of his presidential farewell tour, Mandela visited
China for the first time as leader
of South Africa. He met with
then-president Jiang Zemin and
premier Zhu Rongji in Beijing,
“China’s potential contribution,
as one of the world’s largest
economies and a leading figure
in world affairs, cannot be exaggerated,” he declared. “Within
the modest limits of its own
capacities, South Africa is committed to working with China
towards these goals.”
Mandela reportedly had a good
relationship with his Chinese
counterparts, and the health
of Jiang Zemin, who Mandela
first met during his 1992 visit,
became something of a running
joke between the two.
“How is my old friend President
Jiang Zemin – is he well?”
Mandela asked former premier
Li Peng when he greeted Li on a
state visit to South Africa in 1996.
When Jiang himself visited the
country in 2000, a newly-retired
82-year-old Mandela remarked in
mock shock: “You look so good!
I’m switching to your health
plan.”
Though it may have started off
on a shaky footing, Mandela
helped craft a strong Sino-South
African relationship, one which
has been built upon considerably by his successors – in
2010, China overtook the US to
become South Africa’s single
largest trading partner. And the
PRC continues to pour cash into
infrastructure projects across
the continent in exchange for
vital minerals and fuel. What the
future holds is as uncertain as
the price of oil, but there is little
doubt that Mandela considered
himself a true friend of China.
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the price of inner peace
How wealthy elites buy enlightenment
By Karoline Kan
I
t takes only a few hours for
Master Shi Yinhua to convince
the members of Beijing’s Lay
Buddhist Association of her unique
abilities. A self-professed ‘Living
Buddha,’ Shi traveled to Beijing
from her home in Tibet, where
she claims to have “practiced
Buddhism for years.”
Such credentials are not lost on
the small but dedicated audience
gathered. “I don’t want to talk
much about myself,” she explains
in a quiet voice. “But that doesn’t
mean I am not a wise nun.” Many
of those present appear to agree.
By the time Shi gets up to leave, at
least six people have taken down
her phone number in the hope of
arranging a personal one-on-one
meeting.
“I have been very busy since arriving,” she says of her first seven
days in the capital. “I have to meet
a very sincere follower this afternoon, in fact. He is very rich, but he
has yet to uncover his real purpose
in life. If I can help in some way, I
am happy to do so.” As a “master,”
Shi considers assisting others in
their search for enlightenment
to be one of her primary duties.
Crucially, this can include just
about anyone – including the very
wealthy, who can pass through
to Nirvana quicker than it takes a
camel to enter the eye of a needle.
In recent years, affluent patrons
have become an important means
of helping finance the work of individual monks and nuns such as Shi,
as well as aiding in the upkeep of
their temples.
Martin Palmer, secretary general of
the UK-based Alliance of Religions
and Conservation (ARC), says that,
without the financial support of
wealthy devotees, many monks
would be forced to seek alternative
sources of revenue.
by wealthy businessmen to assist
them in finding certified Buddhist
masters – especially those from
Tibet. “The [masters] are earning
easy money,” says Lü. “Rich people
will pay just about anything for the
privilege. It’s quite funny really.”
“After 1949, temples throughout
China lost large amounts of land,
and with it their ability to maintain
a certain level of self sufficiency,”
he explains. “Yet temples still need
to feed the monks, clothe the
monks and deal with thousands of
visitors every day. The money has
to come from somewhere.”
One such businesswomen is Ms.
Jin. A successful Beijing-based entrepreneur in her mid-50s, Jin pays
upwards of RMB30,000 to a master
each month. “It’s not too much
[money], and I certainly don’t consider it to be a financial burden,”
explains Jin. “Many people I know
pay much more. Besides, I think
masters should receive money.
They take our sins from us, and
endure our suffering.”
Not everyone, however, views this
apparently reciprocal relationship
in such a pragmatic light. Lü Jun, a
researcher at the China Tibetology
Research Centre, is routinely asked
Jin uses the term “yuanfen” (缘分)
or fate, to describe her relationship
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with her own particular master. “I
own a successful trading business.
But I keep thinking, what would
my life be like now, if I hadn’t quit
my previous job at a state-owned
company in the 1980s, or if I hadn’t
moved to Beijing and met my husband? I think the spirits were helping me – guiding me. And now I
don’t want to lose what I have, so I
need my master’s help to maintain
my success,” she explains.
“I don’t care how [the monks] use
the money. My part is done after
I give them what they need. I just
wait for their blessings. I know
most monks have a lot of rich followers, as well as many high-ranking government officials and celebrities. It’s not as if it’s a secret.”
Jin’s motivation is by no means
unusual. According to Lü, maintaining the services of a personal monk
or a religious advisor, as a means
of spiritually hedging against
unforeseen circumstances, is common among China’s booming class
of entrepreneurs. “It becomes an
essential requirement. If someone
is thirsty, they will buy a beverage.
What we’re talking about here is
really no different,” explains Lü.
“If these businessmen actually felt
confident in their positions – if they
felt their fortunes were secure –
they wouldn’t need to pay a monk.”
Spiritual needs, of course, are often
highly personal. Not everyone is
looking for the same thing. “I think
there are roughly four different
kinds of people seeking guidance
from Buddhist monks,” says Palmer.
“The first, and primary group, are
those who have become rich by
demonstrating a certain cruelty and
ruthlessness. They’re hoping that
by doing ‘something good,’ they
can counterbalance their sin. What
you do in this world will shape
what you are in the future. Seeking
the assistance of a master is a way
of purchasing some good karma.”
The second type, continues Palmer,
are businessmen who have accumulated a significant fortune,
but have become lost as they enter
middle age. “They need something
other than money,” he explains.
The third type are show-offs: “They
collect Buddhist masters in the
same way some people collect
I don’t care how the monks use the
money. My part is done after I give
them what they need. I just wait for
their blessings
stamps. Monks are just another
special or luxury item they want to
possess.” While the fourth are total
frauds: “They have no interest in
Buddhism, they want to get close
to these masters, so they can make
use of their social capital. Most of
these masters count government
officials and high-powered businessmen among their close contacts. Getting close to a master is a
useful way to do business.”
For her part, Shi Yinhua doesn’t
appear to have a great degree of
interest in questioning the types
of followers she attracts. Although
Shi currently receives some financial support from a businessman
– whose generous monthly donations help cover the cost of staying
at a chain hotel in Beijing’s Xicheng
District – Shi maintains that the
money she receives is of little significance. “As a nun, money doesn’t
really matter to me. If someone
gives me a million, fine – and if
someone gives me tens of thousands, that is also acceptable,” she
explains.
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Irrespective of the exact figures
involved, the very fact that such
services come attached with a
high price-tag means that masters
such as Shi remain far out of reach
for most ordinary Chinese. “I am
a little worried that religion is
gradually becoming the preserve
of the rich,” admits Martin. “This
is against fundamental Buddhist
teachings.”
This perception of religious exclusivity is further enhanced by
the elite class of clients, including
high-profile celebrities and Party
officials, maintained by masters
such as Shi.
Publicly, the CCP remains resolutely
atheist; internally, however, religious affiliation among members
is growing. According to a 2007
report by the Chinese Academy
of Governance, 52 percent of
county-level civil servants admitted to a belief in either divination,
face reading, astrology or dream
interpretation – practices officially
deemed as “superstition” by the
Party.
While the exact reasons behind
such beliefs vary, many new
adherents find themselves drawn
by vague promises of instant
success and easy fortune. After
converting to Buddhism, former
Tai’an municipal Party Secretary
Hu Jianxue was told by a feng shui
master in Shandong that he was
destined to become China’s new
deputy premier – the only condition was that Hu “lacked a bridge,”
state media reported in 1995.
Hu interpreted the remarks literally,
ordering subordinates to change
the proposed path of a new
national road to ensure that the
route passed over a river, thus creating the opportunity to construct
a new bridge. Unfortunately, Hu’s
new bridge did not lead to a place
on China’s Standing Committee;
instead he was given a suspended
death sentence for his role in a
separate bribery case.
Cases such as Hu’s are not uncommon. In Gansu, a relatively impoverished province, officials spent
between RMB5-11 million moving
a 369-ton rock nine kilometers to
“block bad luck from entering the
town and prevent good luck escaping” after consulting an alleged
feng shui master, the Global Times
reported in 2010. And in July 2012,
alleged qigong master Wang Lin
found himself at the center of a
public outcry, after photos of him
enjoying a lavish lifestyle alongside
high-profile government officials,
celebrities and businessmen were
leaked online.
Originally hired by now-disgraced
Jiangxi Political Consultative
Conference Vice President Song
Chenguang in the late 2000s as
a “special political consultant,”
Wang gained unrestricted access
to a variety of senior officials. A
persuasive and charming presence,
over the next few years Wang used
his close personal connections to
accumulate millions in cash dona-
tions, as well as five new villas and
a fleet of luxury cars.
incompetent officials hoping to
improve their fortune.
After images linking Song and
Wang were leaked, Wang fled to
Hong Kong, where he reportedly
purchased an HKD30 million apartment. Song, meanwhile, is now
serving a suspended death sentence for corruption.
In 2012, Wang Zuoan, head of the
State Administration of Religious
Affairs, condemned this type of
“reckless superstition” in an article
published by the Central Party
School, saying, “We need to help
people establish a correct world
view, and to scientifically deal with
birth, aging, sickness and death, as
well as fortune and misfortune.”
Those seeking influence in government often pay feng shui consultations to advise superstitious
cadres, which “certainly is a bribe,”
China University law professor He
Bing told Fangyuan magazine.
The influence of feng shui masters
can be especially found along the
winding Yangtze River, where newly erected bridges all share noticeable characteristics – irrespective
of their whereabouts or size. Take,
for example, the Badong Yangtze
River Bridge (388 meters long),
the Wuhan Bashazhou Yangtze
River Bridge (618 meters) and the
Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge (628
meters). The reoccurrence of ‘six’
and ‘eight’ is no coincidence: both
are considered lucky numbers by
But 37-year-old entrepreneur
and devoted Buddhist Peter Wu
believes China will never rid itself
of spirituality. “In a world where
success is uneven, and competition
is so great, people will always look
for answers,” says Wu. “Why is Bill
Gates so successful, while you are
nothing? It’s the same for officials
and celebrities too. Do you really
think one actress looks better than
another? Or one politician deserves a promotion, while another
is overlooked? The difference between success and failure is out of
[people’s] control, so they turn to
masters for spiritual support.”
So is it so wrong to seek spiritual assistance in hope of a career
boost – or should those monks
and religious advisors who accept generous donations be held
more accountable? Zhu Mu, a
Beijing-based specialist in Tibetan
language and culture, thinks not.
“There is no absolute right or
wrong in this world,” Zhu believes.
“I’ve met some monks who are
very rich, living extravagant lives.
But where does the money come
from? Rich people give it to them.
So you can’t blame the monks.”
it’s accomplished I will pay even
more.”
Lü says attitudes to religion are
pragmatic: “Chinese worship gods
and ghosts, not because they
respect them, but because they’re
fearful of the consequences. They
feel that if they annoy the gods,
they will seek vengeance. Belief
is about dedication, but in China
it’s more about seeking and safeguarding profit.”
Not everyone agrees, of course.
“Chinese are pragmatic,” argues
Lü Jun. “Religion should be about
giving but in China, a culture of
guanxi and face makes this type of
process complicated. Buddhism is
about seeking peace in this life and
good in the next. The Chinese go
to temples to ask the gods to help
them realize their wishes. Once
these wishes are realized, they go
back and redeem a vow.
“It’s just like bribing someone who
has power. I give you gifts, and you
help me do something, and once
Master Shi Yinhua is weary of referring to her donations as income,
though there is little doubt of her
work’s profitability. Her most recent
donation – courtesy of a Hebei
businessman – is a choice between
a new car or the cash equivalent.
Whether a “living Buddha” really
needs a car never enters the equation.
“Sure we do. Masters are human
too,” she replies. “Besides, a car
can help me travel quickly. What if
I get a emergency call at midnight
to assist in a funeral ceremony? A
nice car will make it more convenient.”
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interview
The press
here are
very polite…
Former England Manager
Sven Goran Eriksson on
the joys of life in China
BY MATT HORN
A
s a former boss of
Manchester City during
the club’s dark old days
of mid-table mediocrity, Sven
Goran Eriksson is well versed in
the complex role of managing a
club in the shadow of a more illustrious neighbor.
“Next season we have to do better,” he says, looking back on his
first season in China as manager
of Guangzhou’s ‘other team,’
perennial underachievers R&F.
“I was a little bit disappointed
not to make the top four, but the
big target was not to make the
Champions’ League this year. But
next year, we have to do it.”
With cross-city rivals Guangzhou
Evergrande newly crowned kings
of Asia, Eriksson has his work cut
out. Fortunately, everyone loves
an underdog, and as Manchester
United’s tumultuous season is
proving, nothing in football lasts
forever. So, while closing the gap
is likely to be a challenge, it’s
nothing the well-traveled Swede
hasn’t encountered before.
“The biggest job I’ve had in football was with England,” he says
of his time in the role many have
taken to describing as a poisoned
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Every time you change countries you
have to be very open-minded. You
cannot make a Chinese player Swedish
or Italian
chalice. “Being the manager of
England is probably one of the
biggest jobs in the world, every
big tournament you have 60 million people behind you.”
Or against you, as the case may
be.
A feature on the front pages of
the nation’s newspapers as much
as the back, Eriksson’s colorful
personal life – including a highprofile affair with glamorous
TV personality Ulrika Jonsson
– became as much a part of his
time in England as his decidedly
decent results on the pitch, where
Erikkson twice led England to the
World Cup quarter finals.
“The press here are very polite,”
he says of Guangzhou’s comparatively tame tabloid culture. “But
to be honest I cannot read it.
Sometimes people read it to me.
The good thing is they concentrate on the football.”
When Eriksson arrived at the
club, the team was struggling
near the foot of the table. His
impact was immediate, and only
a late stumble stopped them
joining Evergrande in qualifying
for the Asian Champions league.
But he is aware a repeat of last
season’s sixth place finish will be
seen as failure.
“We have to use the holiday to
spend some money and to spend
it wisely. We have many players
on the list,” he explains, while
noting that with a limit on the
number of foreigners per team,
domestic talent is what is most
sought.
“It is much more difficult to sign
good Chinese players because
everyone wants them. But so
far everything is very good. My
players are very professional and
work very, very hard. I coach the
same way as I always have. I try
to organize how to defend, how
to attack, and try to make them
stronger.
“In modern football you have to
be very, very fit. The best players are super fit today. The best
teams are running all the 90 minutes. The biggest runners are the
German teams and they won the
Champions League.
“But every time you change countries you have to be very openminded and have got to look at
how it works in China. You cannot
make a Chinese player Swedish
or Italian.”
Eriksson agrees with his friend
and competitor, Guangzhou
Evergrande coach Marcello Lippi,
that the problem with football in
China is the lack of a proper football culture.
“Many of my players hadn’t
played football when four, five
or six years old, they started late.
That is a big handicap for football
here. “Here in China, it is a pity. In
so many sports China is so good.
In the Olympics they rank second
or third in the world, top class. In
football they are ranked around
96. The main reason is the grassroots. Go in the parks and you
never see anyone playing football, it is ping pong, badminton
or basketball. In London in every
park, they play football, football,
football.
“It is a challenge. Football clubs
need to change it and make a big
effort to get a lot of youngsters
playing organized football. If you
have millions of boys and girls
playing football in Europe, South
America and even Africa, it must
change here.”
And while Evergrande has linked
up with Real Madrid in building
a soccer school, R&F has gone
into partnership with London giants Chelsea (a club Eriksson was
consistently linked with managing) in building a similar school in
Meizhou.
“It is very important and I am
sure that every team in Super
League will start their academies,”
Eriksson stresses. “It is a must for
the future. In Meizhou there is a
It is good for
football here that
Evergrande are the
champions of Asia
school, hotel, dining rooms and
football facilities, all totally new. It
is a big investment. From that investment, nothing will come out
in the next two or three years,
but in five or six, hopefully yes.”
Despite the weaknesses he has
seen improvement in the CSL.
“I had been here before with
Sampdoria and played against
the national team. Two years
ago, I traveled round looking at
football and the league is getting
better and better. It is good for
football here that Evergrande are
the champions of Asia. It is very
good everyone says, ‘Wow, we
are champions of Asia.’ The target
for all the other clubs is to catch
Evergrande and get as good as
they are.”
“It was important we kept them
back as a two-month holiday
would be too long, they would
get too big,” he says. “For three
weeks we did a lot of work, gym
work as well as football.”
Similar to on the pitch, in terms
of support, Eriksson knows there
is an imbalance between his side
and Evergrande, but he likes the
football atmosphere in the city.
“We have crowds of 10-15,000.
That is okay for us because we
were not at the top. Evergrande
has 40-50,000 and that is fantastic. We hope to raise our standard
on the pitch and in the stands
for next season. More and more
people are coming to see football
in China.”
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England, and the Swede is
hopeful he will soon welcome
him to Guangzhou. “Last time
Beckham was here I spoke to
him via a TV studio and he says
he will come to Guangzhou
next time,” says Sven. “I hope
he will come and see training
and maybe a game.”
Away from the football, Eriksson
is happy in Guangzhou. “Life here
is very good,” he says. “I like the
place, a big city, a very international city. The city has absolutely
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comedy
DWIGHT SLADE
CHILDHOOD BUDDY OF BILL HICKS HEADS COMEDY TRIO
BY ANDREW CHIN
You started your comedy journey with middle school friend
Bill Hicks. He was obviously a
legend in the game – but how
did both of your styles begin
and evolve in this early period?
Comedy has a juvenile and infantile quality to it. Snickering at
your band teacher is natural for
early teens. We just decided to
make it our life’s work.
Hicks has become a posthumous
giant in the comedy world. Is it
strange seeing his legacy growing? Especially since he was such
a polarizing comic during his
career?
I think Bill would have been
thrilled to see his star rise. Also
horrified. As a critic of pop culture, I can’t imagine his reaction
to seeing his face on a t-shirt or
coffee mug. I adore and miss my
dear friend. It heals me to see so
many people who love him.
The 1980s had such a massive
comedy boom. What was life
like during that period and were
comedians really making that
much at the time?
The 80s were a gratifying time.
There was lots of stage time,
money and drugs to help develop your comic voice. What
I miss about that period is that
the shows then were about the
content of the comedy, not the
comedian. Currently it seems that
stand-up is more about who the
comedian is, rather than the content of the humor.
You moved to Portland where
you opened for top stand-up comedians like Jerry Seinfeld and
Dave Chappelle. Who was the
funniest comedian you’ve ever
opened for?
Many of the best I’ve worked
with were comics that no one has
ever heard of. Robert Hawkins.
Ron Funches. Maria Bamford.
Louis CK, however, really made
me laugh.
You’ve dabbled in politics with
your comedy show, Do People
Really Think Like That? What
type of balance do you have to
have to craft a really good political joke?
Doing political and social commentary is something I have a
great passion for. But it takes a
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of devotion, blind acceptance,
surrender. It is rare to meet individuals that have actively DONE
those things. Granted, going to
war wouldn’t be my first choice
for displaying those characteristics, but there is a reason the
Bhagavad Gita was a conversation
between a god and a soldier.
"Afghanistan's got nothing on performing to a country music crowd..."
Bill would have been thrilled and
horrified to see his star rise. As a critic
of pop culture, I can’t imagine his
reaction to seeing his face on a t-shirt
great deal of commitment. Once
you ‘cross over’ there is little
coming back. The great thing
about doing political humor is
that it raises the tension of the
audience and when you relieve it
with a joke, the response is loud
and appreciative.
And you have toured
Afghanistan performing to US
troops. What was that experi-
ence like and what do these
tours mean to the troops and to
performers?
Touring Afghanistan was very
humbling. The soldiers would
routinely convey their profuse
thanks and gratitude about
the comedians being there. I
thought, “YOU are thanking
ME???” These are enormously
dedicated and committed individuals. Every spiritual path speaks
You’ve released a double-CD
comedy special, Right & Raunch,
that displays both your clean
humor and dirty side. Is it harder
to make a joke funny while still
being clean?
I released the double DVD set to
satisfy my inclination toward both
types of comedy. I love doing
clean, hilarious, family stuff. Yet
my inner workings are often dark
and cynical. The project exercised
both sides of my personality. And,
yes, being clean is challenging,
but winds up being the most
memorable when you get it right.
In all seriousness, how do you
manage to keep staying looking
so young?
I bathe in stem cells.
So you’ve performed to corporate audiences and troops in
Afghanistan… what has been
your toughest crowd to date?
I opened a concert for a famous
country band. 800 people. 14
teeth. Please kill me.
// The Punchline Comedy Club present Dwight
Slade, Gina Yashere and Dave Fulton (you can
read interviews with the Yashere and Fulton
on www.thatsmags.com) in Pudong and Puxi.
RMB290 with one standard drink. Jan 24, 8pm:
The Hacienda @ Zapata’s, 5 Hengshan Lu, by
Dongping Lu 衡山路5号, 近东平路 (5456
2471); Jan 25, 8pm: Kerry Hotel, 1388 Huamu Lu,
by Fangdian Lu 花木路1388号, 近芳甸路 (6169
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win!
We have a pair of tickets to
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Simply answer the following
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Answers with the subject
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by Jan 19.
we want your submission!
THE 4th ANNUAL THAT’S SHANGHAI EROTIC FICTION COMPETITION
BY NED KELLY
O
ver the last three years
the city’s literary souls
have regaled us with
tales of Scottish lords wooing
maidenly Metro attendants,
divine giantesses satisfying
their lust by straddling the
Pearl Tower and a steamy peek
behind the dressing room door
of Shanghai soul man Carlton J.
Smith.
It is once again time to dip your
quill in the inkwell and set our
loins aquiver with fervid, fleshy,
filthy prose, as we host the 4th
Annual That’s Shanghai Erotic
Fiction Competition at Glamour
Bar on Thursday, February
27 ahead of the Shanghai
International Literary Festival in
March.
Rules: Stories must be set in
Shanghai and 1,000 words or
by Sunday, February 16. But remember, the earlier we receive
them, the more time we’ll have
to get all hot under the collar
about them.
Finalists will read their stories
at Glamour Bar, with winners
awarded sexy prizes from
Playroom China – and have their
work published on thatsmags.
com and playroomchina.com –
while saucy entertainment will
inspire orgiastic scenes among
spectators. There will also be
drink specials and a big raffle
to benefit charitable causes,
because perverts can also be
philanthropists.
less. Entries will be judged on
creativity, literary merit and
arousal factor. Ravish us.
Deadline: Email entries to
win@urbanatomy.com with
the subject line ‘Erotic Fiction’
// Free entry. Feb 27, 7.30pm. Glamour Bar, 5 on
the Bund, 6/F, 20 Guangdong Lu, by Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu 广东路20号, 外滩五号6楼, 近中
山东一路
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Cengiz Orhan, founder of Strictly Designers United
Elliot deBruyn
ture for clubs, bars, restaurants
and residential apartments and
we export some of our works to
other countries.
What is Strictly Designers
United?
A platform for all kinds of artists,
designers, creative and non creative people to come together
and get inspired, or simply unwind for a while. Douchebags,
hipsters and untalented artists
are also welcome. We host
events such as local Englishlanguage drama and theatrical
performances, but also fine dining with a twist or Sunday tea.
We are also a shop: we design,
manufacture and produce furni-
Where do you like to hang out?
Strictly Designers United,
Yongkang Lu and a ‘secret’ highrise rooftop I discovered a while
back. You can find me there on
any sunny day, lounging. Well,
actually you couldn’t. You don’t
know where it is.
Your style in three words.
Uuhhhh, fuck style.
Fashion is…
Groovy, wicked, sexy and sometimes dead.
Worst fashion faux pas for a
man?
Crocs, with or without socks.
What inspires you as a designer?
My son Cem, the weather, flowers, food, people with good energy, sex, animals, the past and
Take us through a typical day
for you.
Every day is different. I tend to
wake up pretty early and head
straight to the Strictly Designers
showroom. I can’t sit at my desk
for very long, so I usually start
working on a new product or
get into organizing the week’s
schedule. I have my own carpentry, paint and stitching studio
at Strictly, so when I’m at work I
feel like a child in a candy store.
In the afternoon, I go from client
meetings to browsing old shops
in search of nice items I can give
a second life to. Dinner is with
friends at mine, or at places like
El Willy or Garlic. Then, before
bedtime, a walk with my imaginary dog Jacky.
// Building a, 55 fuxing dong lu, by Zhongshan
Nan lu 复兴东路55号a楼, 近中山南路
(1801 8523 190)
Male spa treatments
All about face
The eyes have it
Super scours
Sense of
Touch
pulls out
the big
guns
when
it comes to pampering the men
folk. Try their Correcting Detox
Facial (RMB580/60 minutes) for
an excellent remedy that soothes
troublesome skin.
For those lads
whose eyes
are framed by
dark shadows
from days
spent playing
GTA, Anantara
Spa’s Eye
Lifting Treatment (RMB450 plus
15 percent service charge/15 minutes) is like manna from heaven.
Rich in
natural oils,
Subconscious
Day Spa’s
Anti-Aging
Sea Salt Body
Scrub (RMB220/45 minutes) is
ideal for men as it’s packed full of
ingredients that combat irritation
caused by clogged pores and dry
skin.
// ferguson lane, 5/f, 376 Wukang lu, by Tai’an
lu 武康路376号5楼, 近泰安路 (6126 7800)
// The puli hotel, 3/f, 1 Changde lu, by Yan’an
Zhong lu 常德路1号3楼, 近延安中路 (3251
8990)
// 183 fumin lu, by Julu lu 富民路183号, 近巨
鹿路 (6415 0636)
Deep tissue
Feel the burn
Musclemen kneads
Tuina-style
massages
can be
downright
agonizing,
but oh boy does it help rebalance
your inner flow. The treatment at
Yili Shirley Massage (RMB138/60
minutes) is sure to get to the root
of all your tensions.
Fact: while
women can pull
off paleness with
panache, fellas
just look better
with a healthy
glow. Get yours
on the ultratech sunbeds of
Perfect Tan (RMB120/10 minutes).
// 2/f, 291 fumin lu, by Changle lu 富民路291
号2楼, 近长乐路 (6136 9517)
// Bldg 2, lane 19 Ronghua Xi lu, by Shuicheng
Nan lu 荣华西路19弄2号楼, 近水城南路
(6219 2225)
Ideal for
gym rats and
sporty types
who ache
after long
days tearing
up the soccer field or basketball
court, Dragonfly’s post-workout
massage (RMB188/60 minutes)
targets the stiffest areas of your
sore body.
Gripping yarns
the future. My friends and my
girlfriend – they are my biggest
support.
Six of the best
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Made in China
// 2/f, 218 Xinle lu, by donghu lu 新乐路218号
2楼近东湖路 (5403 6133)
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Style Secrets
style radar
Cate Carter-Evans, Californiaborn creative and third-generation weaver, started crocheting
at a young age and hasn’t
looked back since. Last year, the
wool pro finally launched her
home-based knitting and fiber
venture, Infinite Twist, selling
high-end threads and knitting
equipment on and offline.
Entering her kitchen, piles of
metal steamers of the kind used
to serve dumplings brim with
what looks like heaps of noodles
– her yarns, which she personally dyes. Each is a tactile delight
and comes in beautiful, heartwarming colors; from deep reds
and yellows to azure blues and
purples.
Even better, all of the wool is
hand-spun by either a local
spinner or the women of the
Qinghai Spinner’s Cooperative,
providing living wages for
skilled artisans. Carter-Evans
then packages the finished fibers in oh-so-sweet knitting kits
(ranging RMB150-500), which
come with handmade supplies
and tools.
Aware of the lust for knitwear
that takes most of us in winter,
she also runs knitting classes
(RMB150/ two hours), so that
beginners and veterans alike can
hone their craft.
// for more info about infinite Twist and to sign
up for Carter-evans’classes, visit infinitetwist.com
or find her at Jiashan Market.
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Edited by Marianna Cerini AND tongfei zhang
lifestyle@urbanatomy.com
Head to Head
Covet
Xiaomi Mi3 Vs Samsung Galaxy S4:
the smartest of them all
Xiaomi Mi3
Samsung Galaxy S4
Look: Sleek and pretty
darn sexy. 5.0 inch IPS
LCD capacitive touch
screen, rendering 1080
x 1920 pixels resolution. Hot.
Damage: From RMB1,999
Comes in: Silver, blue, yellow, pink and
black.
Battery life: 3,050 mAh. Which we were
told means ‘really, really long’. We like.
Hot shot? Oh yea. With a 13 megapixel
camera featuring a wide range of professional add-ons, this baby takes super
sharp photos. Irving Penn would have
definitely loved it.
Everything else? Android operating
system, solid Wi-Fi connectivity, clever
software. Also, reliable for long chats and
message storage. All positive things for a
smartphone, really. Nice.
Look: Big screen with 1080 pixels,
but dimmer than competitors.
Light as a feather and seriouslooking. A businessman’s phone.
Damage: From RMB3,480
Comes in: Purple, blue, white frost, black,
pink and red.
Battery life: 2,600 mAh. Good, but the
phone tends to overheat a little during
long calls. That ain’t cool for a techie device.
Hot shot? Very much so. Its 13 megapixel
camera has a parade of tricks that cram
action shots into one scene, use both front
and back cameras, and can film a video in
slow-mo. 
Everything else? Let’s see…there’s the
Android system and zippy processing
speeds that are ideal for gaming and an IR
blaster that can control your TV. Do you really need all of that, though?
Fun drive
If you think this is just a
toy, think again. Behind
the shiny wheels and
iconic Volkswagen logo,
the Microbus by Hong
Kong brand Zero Basic hides a USB flash drive. A
perfect replica of the original seventies van, this
tiny gadget is accurate to the smallest detail. Fun
fact: when active, its headlights start glowing.
Now, if that isn’t cool, we don’t know what is.
RMB299/8GB.
// www.nuandao.com
Horsey stuff
The winner: Xiaomi Mi3. This is a super phone that easily matches all other major handsets
on the features front while still managing to remain extremely affordable. Win win.
There’s no better way to gallop towards the New Year
than with this 2014 Year of
the Horse Feng Shui Diary by
Shanghai Tang and Moleskine.
With a horse pattern cover based on traditional
Song dynasty tangram puzzles, the swanky notebook also includes a feng shui guide in Chinese and
English featuring a chart, guide to the nine flying
stars, description of zodiac festivals, and Chinese
horoscopes. Your year ahead, sorted. RMB337.
// find both at Multimedia park, 2-3/f, 999 Changning lu, by Kaixuan lu 长宁路999号2-3楼, 近凯旋路 (6210 8888)
// www.shanghaitang.com
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Modern Classics
Timeless pieces to help you look your sharpest
BY Marianna Cerini
You don’t need a billion different outfits to show off your sartorial flare. All you need, really,
are an essential few pieces guaranteed to survive all fads, items you can always turn to with
confidence and wear over and over again. We’ve rounded up the best closet workhorses worth
investing in – all that’s needed is your personal winter touch.
Zara, RMB399.
Zara, RMB499.
Uttam, RMB667.
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BB Dakota, RMB498.
// www.zooq.com
GAP, RMB449.
NEEMIC, RMB1,390.
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Folk, RMB1,056.
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Topman, RMB499.
Seavees, RMB768.
// shop.projectaegis.com
The smart shirt
The boot
From washed leathers to
colorful suede, this is the
shoe you want to wear this
season. Sure to keep your
footsies warm and stylish,
boots are winter-beating
footwear like no other.
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// threesociety.com
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Arrivals
What’s new on the scene
By Marianna Cerini
This one is for all you fashionista sistas and brothas out
there: the days of waiting
hopelessly for your international orders and paying import taxes on your delivery to
stay abreast of the trends are
no more. UK online retailer
and style-savvies’ favorite
shopping platform Asos has
launched a China-specific
website, www.asos.com/cn.
In proper Asos style, the site
carries a wide range of men’s
and womenswear from its
own label, as well as selected
accessories and a bunch of
brands of the likes of Cheap
Monday, American Apparel,
Mango and Ted Baker. For
now, you can browse among
just over 2,000 products, but
plans are afoot to expand
the offer to 6,000 items by
springtime. Prices cover all
sorts of budgets, and with
all-day delivery (holidays included) and a 28-day return
policy, you can stay assured
your wardrobe will stay stylish all-year round. TFZ
// www.asos.com/cn
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Elliot deBruyn
Set in the shopping arcades
of Tianzifang, Taste is an
eclectic concept store that
has recently popped up on
our radars. Billing itself as
a store/gallery/‘sensorial’
space that offers a different,
slower paced shopping experience, the venture is, in
many ways, a window into
owner Viko Wu’s personal
passions as she’s handpicked
most items in stock or shared
them from her private collections. On display in the sleek
and smartly appointed space
is a selection of some of the
brightest and most interesting international objects,
from handcrafted umbrellas
by bespoke Italian maker
Pasotti to the quirky vintage
ceramics of UK brand Melody
Rose and Linda Farrow’s
luxe sunglasses. Besides the
many covetable items – most
of which start at around
RMB1,000 – graphic prints,
vintage finds and artworks
are also showcased. Half
retail space, half creative
platform, Taste is inspiring,
discerning and a pleasure to
browse through.
ModeinAsia
// Rm 105, No.3, lane 210 Taikang lu, by
Ruijin er lu 泰康路210弄3号105室, 近瑞
金二路 (159 2166 8223)
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Asos
Fiona Von
Space
First launched as an online
retailer last July, ModeinAsia
has continued to strengthen
its position over the past
few months by expanding its
selection of designers from
around Asia and setting up a
physical shop on Nanchang
Lu. Located on the second
floor of another boutique,
it’s easy to miss the tiny
venture, but keep your eyes
peeled as you leave Shaanxi
Nan Lu subway station. If
you like indie designer wares
and clothes, you’ll be in
absolute heaven. Founder
Georgina Soh says she mainly wanted to offer Shanghai
shoppers the chance to try
and familiarize themselves
with the labels available on
her online platform – and
she surely has succeeded
in creating a cozy fitting
room-vibe for her brick-andmortar offspring: we felt like
we were peeking through
a friend’s closet. Brands on
display include Aijek, Lala
Love and Bubble Mood, with
stock set to rotate regularly.
RMB1,000 and up.
// 2/f, 205-3 Nanchang lu, by Shaanxi Nan
lu 南昌路205-3号二楼, 近陕西南路
(159 018 27840)
Another new
venture in artsy
Tianzifang, Fiona
Von Space adds some serious
panache to the area’s fashion
offerings. The brainchild of
designer Fiona Von, it is a
clean and clipped space of
exposed white bricks, concrete flooring and wonderfully retro furniture. Besides
Von’s own products – she
focuses mainly on bags but
has recently branched out
into clothing – it houses a
few select designers from
around Asia, in what is a curatorial display of independent fashion. The plan, Von
explains, is to expand the
range of labels on offer, rotating stock and designers every
three months so as to keep
the concept “as dynamic and
diverse as possible.” For the
first trimester, she has partnered up with ModeinAsia,
bringing the likes of Stolen,
Yumumu and L’Ile aux Ashby
to offline shoppers. Prices
start at around RMB1,000 for
clothes, but if you don’t have
much cash to spend and only
want to buy one thing, we’d
recommend checking out
Von’s own fish-skin clutches:
at RMB500, they are a definite
must-have.
// 2/f, 200 Taikang lu, by Ruijin er lu 泰康路
200号2楼, 近瑞金二路 (137 6154 7090)
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Taste
Adidas x Tom
Dixon
Arete
The priority for Catherine
Fung and Jasmine Ting,
founders of Shanghai brand
Arete Studio, has always been
to share their own view of
cosmopolitan style – a mix of
different and often clashing
values and concepts, inspirations and craftsmanship.
Combining their Chinese
heritage with the Western
aesthetics they grew up with,
they launched Arete as a
way to express such vision
through sartorial revelation.
The result is an edgy, tough
and empowering label – literally: their debut spring/summer 2014 collection takes
Chinese heroine Hua Mulan
as main inspiration, and
displays a series of beautifully handcrafted armor and
harness elements in leather
and PVC, sharp silhouettes
inspired from Chinese dynastic architecture and floating,
weightless fabrics that define
the body as they twist and
turn. Brimming with modern
shapes, this a sharp, thoroughly remarkable line – one
you may want to get your
hands on now. RMB1,4956,460.
// www.arete-studio.com
What do British furniture
designer Tom Dixon and
German multinational
sport retailer Adidas have
in common? As of today,
a capsule collection of
unisex, transformable bags,
boots and clothing that’s so
hot we started flushing at
first glance. Dubbed “The
Capsule,” the collaboration
seamlessly blends the two
brands’ talents to create
a collection that’s both
fashionable and practical,
without being directly sportsinspired – think more Y3 than
Stella McCartney. Keeping
a simple color scheme with
subtle, mindful detailing, it
includes minimalist footwear
(RMB2,160-2,510) and a range
of ultra-cool, convertible
pieces, from a down overcoat
that becomes a sleeping bag
(RMB14,010) to travel bags
complete with detachable,
specialized compartments
(RMB2,670). The guts of the
collection include a range
of canvas garments (from
RMB1,690) with attractive
rough edges and fused
seams.
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LEAD
lead
The way people’s
vision has
been spoiled
by materialistic
needs is a driving
force to my own
work
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CHEN MAN, CAMERA WOMAN
VISIONARY PHOTOGRAPHER ON THE ART OF THE STILL IMAGE
by Marianna Cerini and Tongfei Zhang.
'Funky Great Wall' – Chen Man’s iconic shot of model Lu
Yan on the Great Wall, 2007
©Chen Man, courtesy of Studio 6, Beijing
F
or someone who’s been
hailed as one of the
country’s leading fashion
photographers, Chen Man
doesn’t seem too interested
in categorizing her status.
“Growing up I never thought
of becoming a photographer,”
she says. “Painting was my
main interest – I started learning to paint when I was two
years old and won lots of
awards when I was still a child.
That’s why I went to study
art at the Central Academy of
Drama and then, to make a
living, graphic design at the
Central Academy of Fine Arts
in Beijing. I wanted to be an
artist, but it wasn’t a financially
sustainable career at the time.
Today’s artists can sell for millions, but this was unthinkable
then. It was only after doing
graphic design that I decided
to turn to photography.”
In 2003, while still a student
at CAFA, she was brought in
by Vision’s artistic director to
design the reputable design
magazine’s cover art. At the
time, she didn’t even own a
Name-drop Chen Man at any
fashion-related event in China,
and odds are that industry
insiders will give you an excited,
approving look. The Beijing-born,
internationally famed visionary
is the star of the country’s rising
photo world, a darling among
luxury brands, top fashion
magazines and many domestic and
international celebrities. We caught
up with her to talk art, fashion
and the balance in between.
camera. “I was drawn to photography mostly because, to
me, it offered a direct connection between people,” she says
of her first job. “Capturing an
image is not just recording real
life, but creating a surrealist
expression of art.”
Chen is often credited with
being the first photographer
to juxtapose contemporary
Chinese culture with fashion,
and her high-impact, avantgarde aesthetic has met both
praise and awe, but also hostility. “After working for Vision
and entering the fashion
circle, I developed a kind of
elusive identity,” Chen recalls.
“Other photographers didn’t
see me as their peer as my
shots resembled paintings;
artists didn’t think I belonged
to their world either because I
worked for fashion magazines.
Recognition as a commercial
photographer came soon, but
it wasn’t until I was invited to
hold solo exhibitions in both
Beijing and Shanghai that
people began to use the word
‘artist’ to describe me.”
The 33-year-old has made a career out of making images that
are shrouded in surrealism and
exoticism by way of digital experimentation. Artsy, manipulated, fantastical, almost over
the top, her photography is by
turns beautiful and unsettling,
a mix of futuristic aesthetics
and Chinese settings and references – those acquainted with
it need only a glimpse to recognize it as unmistakably hers.
Her inspiration comes from a
varied spectrum of subjects
and objects, “from life and the
surrounding I grew up in – the
old alleys of Beijing – but also,
and mostly, from traditional
Chinese culture and philosophy.”
“I am particularly fascinated
by the influence Western materialism has had on our lives,
mine to start with,” she continues. “The way people’s vision
has been spoiled by materialistic needs is a driving force
to my own work.” The iconic
photo of model Lu Yan and her
boombox on the Great Wall
shot in 2007 – the first ever
fashion photo shoot to take
place on the world wonder – is
a seamless expression of such
force. The image is stylized to
the point of looking almost
unreal, tinted over, yet it manages to capture the socio-cultural status of China’s post-90s
generation in a both beautiful
and oddly compelling way.
Not that it was to everyone’s
tastes. Chen’s ‘painting photography’ style, as it is often
labeled, has its fair share of
detractors too. Photography
purists often dislike her work
for the heavy editing and ultrapop character it displays – during her formative years in particular, her vision relied heavily
on Photoshop retouching and
3-D rendering-techniques, that
conversely, are the very reason
her work stands out.
Perhaps in response to the
criticisms, over the years Chen
has toned down the computerized post-production process –
all of which she painstakingly
does herself – and has turned
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Capturing an
image is not just
recording real
life, but creating
a surrealist
expression of art
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©Chen Man, courtesy of Studio 6, Beijing
'The Flower of Sex,' one of Chen Man's art covers for Vision magazine
Through
experimenting
with my images
I want to show
people what
real beauty is in
today’s China
Another cover of Vision magazine
'Long Live the Motherland, Shanghai 2,' 2010
her focus instead to more naturalized portraits. Yet, without
a doubt, it’s when she pushes
the boundaries between artificial and natural that her photos are most striking. “There
are two kinds of beauty,” she
explains. “One is natural, the
other is man-made – artworks,
digital products, furniture.
Within my artistic direction, I
try to combine the two.”
Critics notwithstanding, her
upbeat, color-saturated images and niche style have
clearly proved popular among
fashion’s tastemakers and art
professionals. Her work has
turned up on the covers of
publications like ELLE, Vogue
and i-D magazine, but also
graced internationally renowned art institutions, from
London’s Victoria and Albert
Museum for the 2008 group
exhibition China Design Now
to the Today Art Museum in
Beijing and the Shanghai’
Museum of Contemporary Art
(MoCA), which held two major
retrospectives on the creative
in 2011 and 2012 respectively.
At the same time, brands
such as Dior, Adidas, M.A.C,
Mercedes-Benz and Coach
have hired her for their adver-
tising campaigns – she was
recently in Shanghai to showcase her collaboration with
the latter for its fall/winter
2013 footwear collection with
a show at the Grand Gateway
Plaza. And then, of course,
there’s the slew of celebrities
she’s been shooting – Victoria
Beckham, Faye Wong, Fan
Bingbing, Domenico Dolce and
Stefano Gabbana among them,
“though the star I’ve liked
working with the most is Tony
Leung,” she says. “Extremely
humble and down-to-earth, a
truly admirable guy.”
Does this constant crossing
between personal and commercial projects ever get confusing? “Commercial is commercial, art is art,” she is keen
to point out. “They’re two different things. I don’t consider
myself a ‘full’ artist when I am
doing commercial projects,
and, similarly, I am wary of going too mainstream when I am
working on my own concepts.
It’s a matter of balance, really,”
she adds.
“Through experimenting with
my images I want to show
people what real beauty is in
today’s China.”
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Running Asia
Watching the race from the perfect perch, East Java
See the sights IN YOUR SNEAKERS
BY Lauren Hogan
F
rom jogging through Mongolian grasslands
to sprinting past volcanoes in Java, running
can be a thrilling way to explore the world.
Two kilometers up a steep, rocky
path and we’re slowly trotting.
Walking with long strides would
probably be faster than the slow
shuffle we’ve opted for, but we
don’t want to stop ‘running’ – at
least not this early in the game.
Five kilometers in, we’ve still got
another 16-plus left.
villagers) twists and turns, racers
catch commanding glimpses of
volcanoes backed by crisp blue
skies. Although it’s a struggle on
the incline, the course is especially fun on the descent – the
last four kilometers is entirely
downhill. We crank the music up
and fly down at racecar speed.
As we reach the peak of the
trail, relief sinks in, until we see
that – after a small downward
slope – the path swoops right
back up an even larger incline.
At least there’s a water station
down below… unless that’s a
mirage. These high altitudes
can mess with our sea-level
Shanghai minds.
This is my fourth half-marathon
around Asia. What started out
as one race in Singapore over
Easter weekend last year has
turned into a way to see the
world, picking up a posse of
travel running addicts along the
way.
As other racers start sprinting
on the downward slope, we
pick up speed to gun along with
a fluorescently dressed fellow
racer. Matching pace, we toil up
the next hill and reach the top
together, coming to a halt as
the landscape clears to reveal a
volcano. Boom!
We’re running the Bromo
Marathon. Held for the first time
in September 2013, the race begins in the village of Pasuruan,
East Java, winding up and down
the Indonesian mountainside
at elevations varying between
1,950 and 2,400 meters.
As the road (lined with cheering
Back in July, the setting was
the windswept plains of Inner
Mongolia’s grasslands for
the Genghis Khan Grassland
Extreme Marathon, part of
a three-day event that had
us sleeping in yurts and also
cycling past sheep and cows.
Before that, it was trekking up
the teeny, tiny steps of Beijing’s
Great Wall. Most recently, we
turned Tomb Raider, racing
around the temples of Angkor
Archaeological Park.
Sometimes, of course, even I
question my sanity, especially at
the start of the runs: did I actually think running at an altitude
of 2,000 meters or in a temperature of 30 degrees Celsius was
going to be fun?
Full steam ahead: inside a volcanic crater in East Java
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But, for each and every run, as
the kilometers tick by, any prior
doubt I may have had about
another ill-conceived ‘adventure’
dissipates and I’m reminded
why, after one race finishes, I
almost immediately sign up for
the next one – that runner’s
high is a drug, and it’ll suck you
in.
What started out
as one race in
Singapore over
Easter weekend
last year has
turned into a way
to see the world
Running can take you to farflung destinations, expose you
to beautiful sights and bring you
into contact with some amazing
people, traditions and foods.
And then, of course, there’s the
fact that you’re entitled to drink
lots of beer post-race and feel
guiltlessly good about it.
Even researchers at Granada
University in Spain claim a cerveza (they probably mean several)
is an excellent way to replace
lost calories and can be better
for rehydration than water or
Gatorade. And who’s to argue
with scientists?
Along with transforming into a
metabolism-boosting, brewskyguzzling machine, what makes
travel running so enticing is the
opportunity to meet the people
you’re running for. The majority of these races raise money
for a cause, to include helping
local villages. There’s no bigger
energy booster than high-fiving
a tiny four-year-old native as
you’re slogging through a village or field.
Ready to race?
A few things to consider – some
races can sell out. The flat, paved
path that winds through Angkor
Wat – tree-lined to shade from
the morning sun – is one of them.
Typically held the same day as the
Shanghai Marathon, the popular
race is becoming a full marathon
and changing dates to August 17
in 2014 (find out more at www.
angkorempiremarathon.org).
The earlier you plan ahead, the
cheaper you’ll find entry prices
– most races raise fees about a
month before the run. The more
popular destination runs can also
see an increase in airfare as some
countries, like Cambodia, have a
limited number of flights to and
from Shanghai.
When scheduling your trip, check
the specs of the race that you’re
applying to – depending on altitude level, you might need an
extra day before the race to acclimatize your body: all the more
reason to take a few extra days off
and turn your trip into a holiday.
Even if you don’t feel ready to
rock a full or half marathon, many
offer five or 10 kilometer options.
Regardless of the distance, a little
fun run on vacay won’t hurt. You’ll
feel great afterwards and may
even meet some new travel buddies along the way. Stick with this
way to see the sights long enough
and chances are, you’ll run into
many of the same faces again.
On the flip side, when you attend
a race, bear in mind it can take
as much as a year of time and
energy to organize this single-day
event. Everything from accommodation to packet-pickups must
be thought out. And, especially
for first-time races, it’s normal to
experience kinks that need ironing out. Patience is key – remember they’re hosting this event for
you and, in many cases, to raise
money for charity.
Running with friends is more fun! hop to it with these local clubs:
Happy2run
Open to any age or level, connect with runners to team up or
share trails, routes and runs.
// happy2run.com
Puxi Runners
A ladies-only running club that
meets every Monday evening
at Sprout Café. It’s a social jog
along the river and back and all
levels are welcome.
// puxirun.wix.com/index
Runff
Urban Tigers
// www.runff.com
// meetup.com/urbantigers
Untour Shanghai
Hash House runs
Similar to Happy, this Chinese
site is frequently updated with
upcoming runs and running
groups.
The r-untours are designed to
see the city at whatever speed
suits you best with a little taste
of history. Guided jogs start
around RMB350.
// untourshanghai.com
Runs for both fun and fitness,
they organize a few meet-ups
weekly. They also organize track
trainings.
Drunken Dragon Hash House
Harriers
This hash group runs two
Saturdays a month outside of
Shanghai.
Hash House Harriers
The main Shanghai chapter for
“the drinking club with a running problem,” visit the website
for meeting points. RMB100
includes dinner, or RMB50
if you choose
to either eat or
run.
// shanghai-h3.com
// drunkendragonhhh.weebly.com
Feeling great about conquering the Wall
Mooooooo-ve: the Mongolian grasslands
We could go on for ages about the pros and cons of each individual competition – which one has well-placed water stations (Bromo
– bromomarathon.com), extra freebies (check the list of sponsors before you go) and the race parties you should attend (Inner
Mongolia in Yurt City – www.genghiskhanmtbadventure.com) or
steer clear of (parties held the day before the run can be quiet
– throwing your own pasta-party may be a better option). Try getting in touch with local clubs (see below) as many runners who’ve
been around for a while have participated in or might know someone who’s participated in a race you’re contemplating.
To find your next adventure race around Asia,
here are a few useful websites:
marathons.ahotu.com/calendar/asia
hobbyathletes.com/events/asia/run/all.html
asiamarathons.com
runinfinity.com
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ocated inside Beijing’s
Chaoyang Park,
Solana Lifestyle
Shopping Park has a fine
collection of shops, restaurants, cafes and sporting
facilities. On December 6
2013, the mall launched its
6th Lights Festival, a magical event that saw thousands of people gathering
in the complex’s Central
Plaza to witness its open-
ing. Lampson Lam,the
GM of Solana, attended
the opening ceremony and
made a speech alongside
high-caliber guests such
as Jian Fang, Chairman
of Beijing CAG & CJ
Foodville, Co.,Ltd.; Roland
Shen, Director of Real
Estate Great China, GAP;
Guoqin Shen, GM of
Elegant Prosper (Beijing)
and Aileen Zhang,
Operations Manager of
China region for Mamas &
Papas.
Under the theme
"Interstellar Gift", the
Lights Festival offers an
opportunity to share cheer
and kinship during the festive season. The initiative
showcases a combination
of lighting, music and architecture in a sparkling
light show across the complex’s 130,000 square metres, and includes a glitter-
ing dome and many energy
blocks, energy balls and
spacecrafts, as well as an
astounding crystal ladder, a
sky wheel, huge gift boxes
and aurora tunnels for everyone’s entertainment.
Besides the lights show,
Solana has also taken
the chance to introduce
a brand-new commercial format for many of
its ventures, which span
from fashion-oriented
stores like GAP, LILY,
Mind Bridge, Elegant
Prosper, W., Mamas &
Papas, Harbor House and
I DO to culinary outlets including Lavagna
Chinese Restaurant,
Sunshine Kitchen, Hanshi
BBQ, New Spicy Way
and Babela's Kitchen.
Moreover, in occasion of
the Lights Festival, most
shops kicked off special
promotions to mark the
end of the year.
The Lights Festival will last
85 days, running throughout Christmas, New Year's
Day and Spring Festival,
until the very end of
February. Solana is set to
hold a number of events
for its entire duration, providing a one-stop winter
wonderland for the festive
season.
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DIVERSE DUBAI
FROM SEVEN-STAR TENNIS TO SKIING IN THE DESERT
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t’s the middle of the desert.
The temperature outside is
over 40 degrees. And we’re
wrapped in thick jackets, scarves
and gloves about to launch ourselves down a ski slope.
For a place that boasts the world’s
tallest building, the world’s only
seven-star hotel and the world’s
largest shopping mall, generating
22,500 square meters of snow in
searing heat for an indoor ski center
is to be expected.
citywide sales, street fairs with food
stalls and nightly fireworks all help
you spend your money.
The Burj Khalifa and (above) its helipad-turned-tennis court
In Dubai it truly feels like anything
is possible.
All the malls are air conditioned,
which is vital because there is no
getting around it, Dubai is very hot.
In summer it averages 42 degrees
Celsius in the daytime – making
even a short walk in the street almost unbearable – and 28 degrees
at night. Even in winter it is hot
(and rains very rarely), with daytime
highs of 25 degrees and nightime
lows of 10 degrees.
One of the few cities where the skyline rivals New York, a good place to
start a visit is at the 828-meter-tall
Burj Khalifa tower.
Not only is it the largest free standing structure on the globe, it also
has the highest number of stories
(160), the highest outdoor observation deck and the world’s longest
elevator to carry you to it – at a
stomach-turning 10 meters per
second.
From the top, the 360-degree views
take in the bustling city and surrounding desert on one side and
sea stretching out on from the
other direction. Venturing up the
tower by night offers glorious view
of the stars as they battle for attention with the dazzling lights of
downtown Dubai far, far below.
Back on the ground, it’s worth visiting another record-breaking attraction, the Dubai Fountain. At 275 meters long and with jets that shoot
83,000 liters of water more than 150
meters in the air at any one time, it
is the largest dancing fountain on
the planet. Choreographed to music
and with the rays from thousands
of lights refracting off the water,
the shows are a remarkable sight,
running every 30 minutes each
evening.
As impressive as the Burj Khalifa is
Dubai’s flagship creation is the Burj
al-Arab – a 321-meter sail-shaped
structure built on an artificial island
jutting out of the mainland. The
favorite Dubai lodgings of England
footballer Wayne Rooney and his
wife, Colleen, double rooms start
from RMB10,000, while the Royal
Suite will set you back the princely
sum of RMB120,000 a night.
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A popular place for retail therapy at
all times of the year is The Mall of
Dubai – you guessed it, the world’s
largest – which packs in 1,200
shops, as well as an aquarium and
ice rink. Across town, the sumptuous Mall of the Emirates is loved for
its wide avenues, polished marble
floors and skylight, as well as its
chic boutiques, designer shops
and department stores, including a
Harvey Nichols.
At the Burj alArab guests are
provided with a
24-carat plated
iPad for the
duration of their
stay
In what is referred to as “the world’s
only seven-star hotel,” guests are
provided with a 24-carat plated
iPad for the duration of their stay,
and can also dine at the underwater aquarium restaurant and, ask
very nicely, and they might let you
play on the helipad-turned-tennis
court – the world’s highest spot for
a knock-up.
Those planning to peek inside at
the opulence enjoyed by the lucky
guests must book in advance for
afternoon tea or cocktails. Meal
reservations need to be made a few
days beforehand – and room book-
ings months ahead of arrival. Smart
clothes are a must if entering the
playground of the super-rich.
Amid the glittering skyscrapers
and luxury modern hotels, there
are some surviving pockets of old
Dubai giving a glimpse of how
things might have been before it
transformed from a poor pearling
village to a thriving metropolis.
Bastakiya District maintains winding
streets and windcatcher towers – an
ingenious Persian design that kept
buildings cool centuries before air
conditioning was invented – as well
as the Al Fahidi Fort, the oldest surviving building in Dubai.
The Dubai Museum also features
a reconstructed souk – traditional
market – including authentic sights
and sounds to capture street life in
the days before oil was discovered.
A few real life souks also survive
around Dubai, selling everything
from traditional crafts to cheap
tourist t-shirts.
Most shopping, however, is done
in the numerous modern malls.
Shopping is such a popular pastime
here that there is an annual festival
dedicated to it each January, when
Given the heat, many visitors spend
their days on the long white sandy
beaches, but be warned, taking a
dip in the water often does little to
cool you off as water temperatures
can hit 37 degrees in summer.
For sports lovers, Dubai has an
eclectic range, including the Tennis
Open, Dubai Rugby Sevens, World
Offshore Powerboat Championship
and Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing
Race. Horse racing fans will enjoy
the Meydan racecourse and especially the Dubai World Cup held on
the last Saturday in March. Those
after something more exotic should
visit the camel racing, held every
Thursday and Friday during the
winter.
Those brave enough – and who
don’t suffer from car sickness – can
take a trip out of town to the desert
for extreme ‘dune bashing’ in jeeps
or quad bikes.
And if you need to cool down after
a day on the dunes, take a trip to
the Ski Dubai center back in the
Mall of the Emirates.
Sliding down the 400-meter run in
sub-zero temperatures surrounded
by French-style cafes and restaurants modeled on an Alpine resort,
it’s almost possible to forget you are
in Dubai. Almost.
hotels
Ritz-Carlton Beijing
S
pending the week in
Beijing for our birthday
was not exactly what we
had planned – we love the capital but, really, Shanghai’s where
the party is at. So to make ourselves feel a bit better about it,
we checked in at the Ritz-Carlton
in the city’s CBD. Because that’s
just how we roll. Was it good?
You betcha. Did we cry a bit
upon returning to our cold, little
flat in Shanghai? Well yes, yes
we did that too. But our birthday
was amazing with a capital ‘A.’
We opted for one of their 61 super luxurious Club Level rooms
– normal guest rooms just don’t
cut it for us – which are basically the epitome of class in 48
square meters.
As Club guests, we were swiftly
taken to the 16th floor where
the Club lounge is, and were
checked directly into our swanky
home away from home. The
Club status also means 24-hour
access to the lounge, compli-
And if you do, well they’ve got
a complimentary limousine
service within eight kilometers
of the hotel that you can book
with minimal fuss – perfect to
rock up to that business meeting you’re in town for like a total
pro.
mentary clothes press upon
arrival, dedicated concierge
service by a team of exquisitely
friendly folks and high-speed
Wi-Fi Internet access you can
only dream of from your regular
pad. Oh, and five complimentary
food and drink buffets scattered throughout the day, from
a simple, unfussy breakfast and
light lunch, to a cocktail hour
inclusive of delicious treats (we
scoffed down the six varieties
of cheese like there was no tomorrow, while piling our plates
with sushi and smoked salmon).
Cordials plus puddings just after
dinner will set you off to bed as
fattened as a Christmas turkey.
Basically, once you check in, you
don’t really ever need to leave.
Besides all of the above, the
Ritz-Carlton also features some
of the city’s best restaurants and
bars: Barolo serving authentic
Italian cuisine, Yu dishing out
fine dim sum and all-day world
cuisine dining at Aroma. The
Ritz-Carlton Bar, The Lobby
Lounge and The Davidoff
Lounge are there for that well
deserved after-work drink or, in
our case, special celebration. If
we’re ever in Beijing again, we
know where we’re going to go.
MC
// 83a Jianguo lu, China Central place, Chaoyang
district 朝阳区建国路83a (5908 8888, www.
ritzcarlton.com)
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Coming to a theater near you…
Despicable Me 2
The Monkey King
Jan 10
Jan 31
Last year’s second-highest grossing film finally arrives on mainland
screens after rumors that it had
been denied by the censorship
board last summer made international headlines – a claim that was
angrily rejected as false. After all
the hullabaloo, Steve Carell returns
as the voice of Gru – dastardly
supervillain turned devoted father.
He is recruited by the Anti-Villain
League to track down a secret
laboratory that was mysteriously
stolen from the Arctic Circle by
magnet. Bridesmaids star Kristen
Wiig voices Carell’s love interest
and more importantly, the hundreds of adorable minions return.
Stephen Chow’s comedic interpretation of Journey to the West
paid off huge last year, ending
as the year’s highest grossing
film. Segments of that story are
revisited in this big-budget epic.
Donnie Yen (Ip Man, Hero) stars
as Sun Wukong – an inordinately
supreme monkey born from
stone who rebels against heaven
and assists a monk after being
freed from imprisonment to
atone for his wrongs. Yen headlines a star-studded cast that includes Chow Yun-Fat (Crouching
Tiger, Hidden Dragon) as the
Jade Emperor, Cantopop legend
Aaron Kwok and Miss World
2007, Zhang Zilin.
Rachel Gouk
Stegosaurus?
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Since forming in 2009,
Stegosaurus? has been terrorizing
Shanghai clubs with their brand
of Jurassic rock. Proudly described
as idiotic, the four-piece band released two albums of spastic, genre-jumping jams in 2012. Ahead of
their January 17 show at Yuyintang,
Bassist Bren Geringer and guitarist
Josh Galyean gave us a band update (between dinosaur talk…)
Last year seemed low-key. What
did you get up to?
Yeah, low-key as in releases – but
we played more shows than we
ever have. We played Beijing, a
school, a university, opened for
some big bands, made a music
video, played Nelson Mandela’s
funeral and we were the first
dinosaur-themed band to play on
the moon. Big year!
The band’s known for mixing
styles but also not being the tightest. Is that just the deal?
We strive for entertainment. How
many sucky shows have you been
to where they just stand there?
We like our fun to spill out all over
the audience. You can’t do that if
you’re not willing to make a few
mistakes.
Are stegosaurus the coolest dinos?
Oh yeah, stegosaurus is the coolest
dinosaur! I once saw a show where
a Stego whipped a T-Rex with its
tail. That was awesome, but then
the T-Rex ate the Stego. Then he
died. That was pretty awesome too.
That’s how we want to go down.
// Jan 17, 10pm, rmB30. Yuyintang, 851 Kaixuan
lu, by Yan’an Xi lu 凯旋路851号, 近延安西路
(5237 8662, site.douban.com/stegosaurus)
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1. No Man’s Land
2. White Storm
3. The Four 2
4. Gravity
5. Hunger Games 2
6. Epic
7. Welcome to the Punch
8. Thor: The Dark World
9. Control
10. Escape Plan
Source: MTime.com
GOSSIP
Bow down
Du Haitao is known for making funny and exaggerated
moves on TV shows, but his
enthusiasm at the 2013 Young
Choice Awards has drawn the
ire of Chinese netizens. During
the show, the Hunan TV host
knelt and bowed down to K-pop
superstar G-Dragon, earning
nearly 80,000 Weibo complaints
for “disgracing the nation.”
Despite his apologizing, many
are still calling for him to leave
his position.
After five years, how have things
changed for Shanghai bands?
Police pressure seems to have gone
down. That’s good. Maybe they realized there’s no money in it.
What is Jurassic rock?
You know what would be cool? If
there was a Wikipedia page with
the topic Jurassic rock and they had
us as the founding fathers. We’ll
wait for the Wikipedia gods to define it for us.
Last month’s
box office
Worth the wait
Ms. Columbia
Delayed for three years and released during December’s blockbuster season, the Xinjiang-set
Tarantino-esque No Man’s Land
surprised analysts with its strong
opening night. The film grossed
RMB21.3 million (not a record-setting amount, but enough to outearn The Hunger Games: Catching
Fire and Hong Kong action hit The
White Storm) and suitably caps off
a record-setting year for Mainland
movie earnings. (see pg 50)
Since collaborating at the 2012
Chinese New Year Gala, rumors
of a “brokeback” relationship
have dogged Taiwanese pop star
Wang Lihong and piano prodigy
Li Yundi. Wang recently posted
a photo with his beautiful fiancée, who just graduated from
Columbia University. Li then posted a photo of his girlfriend shortly
after mentioning her Columbia
University ties, creating another
round of online speculation. The
ladies doth protest too much?
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In the early 1990s, a group of artists moved to Dafen
village in Guangdong. It now produces five million
replicas of Western masterpieces – from Da Vinci to
Warhol – each year. Winnie Wong shines a light on
this world in Van Gough on Demand: China and the
Readymade, from acting as a painter’s apprentice to organizing exhibitions at the Shanghai World Expo.
The seventh edition of the Shanghai Design Exhibition takes over the
Power Station of Art until March 30. Leading designers from around the
world are featuring over 530 pieces that revolve around an Aesthetics
City theme, advocating creative design for an ideal city. Major exhibitions
include the Li Degeng-curated City of Interface that focuses on forms of
writing, symbols and images in the city, while Shen Chaofang and Daigo
Ushi’s Film City incorporates films from the city’s Republican period to
recount Shanghai’s urbanization. Other exhibitions are more interactive
including the Jin Jiangbo-curated Inter-School Community, which invites
design students and the public to scrutinize urban aesthetics.
// Until mar 30. Power station of art, 200 Huayuangang lu, by miaojiang lu 花园港路200号, 近苗
江路 (3127 8535, en.design-shanghai.com)
Classic
Shanghai Comic
Opera Festival
After a successful launch last year,
the second Shanghai Comic Opera
Festival returns with six new shows.
A huge hit during the 18th century,
these productions have undergone
a localization process overseen by
director Li Wei. There are a number
of highlights this month, including
an adaptation of Puccini’s Gianna
Schicchi that runs Jan 6 and 7 at the
Shanghai Lveum Theatre. However,
Mozart fans won’t want to miss their
production of his final work, The
Magic Flute. The story follows an
Egyptian prince as he tries to free the
Queen of the Night’s daughter from
the kindly king of wisdom and ruler
of the land of the light. High jinks
and sublime arias follow.
// mozart’s Magic Flute runs Jan 10-11, 7.30pm,
rmB80-880. lyceum theater, 57 maoming nan
lu, by Changle lu 茂名南路57号, 近长乐路
(400 610 3721, ponypiao@damai.cn)
In The Education of Migrant Children and China’s Future,
Holly H. Ming explores how the hukou house registration system in cities like Beijing and Shanghai prevents
migrant students from accessing public high schools.
She examines current post-middle school education for
migrant students and how it impacts their future job
choices. The book concludes with several policy proposals for resolving this dilemma.
China’s ancient ink art aesthetic remains alive and
well as documented in Ink Art: Past as Present in
Contemporary China. Metropolitan Museum of Art
curator of Asian Art, Maxwell K. Hearn and Wu Hung,
Art History professor at the University of Chicago, has
solicited eighty pieces from forty artists that hew to this
ancient artistic tradition while examining how the style
has evolved.
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Causing a Scene
“My character is built as a game
changer – an ingenious, tough and
sexy lady loved by Stanley Tucci in
the movie… But I know my role will
be regarded as a bystander regardless. Whatever, I am tired of arguing
about this.”
Golden Horse
award-winning
actress Li
Bingbing takes
offense when
asked about
whether her
upcoming role in
Transformers 4:
Age of Extinction
is simply a bystander role. A
veteran of Mainland action films, lauded for her excellent
acting and English language, Li was the first Chinese star to be cast in
this blockbuster co-produced by American and Chinese companies.
Despite her credentials and her recurring role in the later Resident
Evil films, Li faces skeptical audiences that view these Asian roles in
Western films as business-motivated decisions.
Dancing Queen:
ABBA Hits
It may have been over a quartercentury since they last performed,
but Swedish pop legends ABBA
remain as big as ever. While the
quartet allegedly turned down a
US$1 billion offer to reunite, fans
can relive the groovy days of the
1970s with this hit show. The concept of over-the-top is embraced
in this extravagant production
that combines Broadway-style
production, dazzling choreography, vivacious costumes and hit
after hit. While the show kicks off
and concludes with ABBA classics
like ‘Waterloo’, it also includes
medleys of hits from the Motown
era to glam rock. Mamma Mia!
// Jan 18-19, 7.15pm, rmB80-880. shanghai
oriental art Centre, 425 Dingxiang lu, by
Yingchun lu 丁香路425号, 近迎春路 (400
610 3721, www.shoac.com.cn)
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BY JAMES TISCIONE, ALEX TAGGART,
ANDREW CHIN
Song Donye: Anhe Bridge North (Modern Sky)
With lilting folk tunes sung in a panda bear baritone, this 26-year-old bard’s second album
(named after the Haidian District area) has captured the heart of China’s wenqing, or “artistic
young” – a demographic of sensitive, aspiring artist-types – minus the talent. Song, however, exhibits the type of strong songwriting that looks set to lead Beijing’s budding university folk revival.
What’s more significant is how this record blew up thanks to China’s talent shows. Song was catapulted to stardom overnight after the album’s single, ‘Dong Xiaojie’, was sung by a contestant on
Super Boy. A genuine case of overnight fame? Most likely well-placed product, as everything on
TV talent shows, from contestant slots to choice of song, is up for sale. JT
Tengger Cavalry: Black Steed (China Youth)
Young, hungry and already getting distribution abroad, this quartet has put themselves at the tip of industry tongue-waggers as China’s next big thing. The band, which features students from Minzhu University of
China majoring in dombra shredding and the Mongolian horsehead fiddle, mixes world music with thrash
metal for a world hungry for something local. Though their latest release runs short (34 mins) and often
lacks in continuity, this album promises good things not only from the band, but also for the genre’s potential worldwide. JT
P.K. 14: 1984 (Maybe Mars)
Five years in the making, this long-awaited LP sees Beijing’s foremost shivering post-punks once again call
upon the production sheen of Swedes Henrik Oja and Mats Hammarström, which although at times betrays
the band’s roughly-hewn roots, does provide a certain finesse. The power of this recording will further solidify
frontman Yang Haisong’s place as a Chinese indie patriarch who – between juggling side projects and producing
younger bands – continues to inspire his future indie rock minions. JT
Top Floor Circus: Money Ruins A Relationship (Yet A
Relationship Ruins Money and the Relationship) (Mule
Records)
In a dozen years, this Shanghai quintet has grown from the underwear-adorned jesters of Chinese rock
to being one of its best acts. On their sprawling double album, the sarcastic wit remains, but the focus
is on matters of the heart. Over an indie-pop backdrop, charismatic frontman Lu Chen and new member
Fan Fan duet – and you don’t need to understand Shanghainese to hear the chemistry between the two.
AC
Various: Shanshui 10th Anniversary Compilation
(Shanshui Records)
A massive 40-track release spanning almost as many genres and featuring just about
every electronic producer with any connection to China, there could be no better way to
celebrate a decade of Shanshui Records, arguably the most important record label in the
history of Chinese electronic music. Highlights include Shanshui head honcho Sulumi’s
tweaked-out electro banger ‘Multi-faceted’, Beijing hip-hop originator DJ Wordy’s buzzy
dubstep number ‘Monkey Step’, and ‘A Thinner Shade of Green’, a moody downtempo
tune from Shanghai techno hero B6. AT
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Loved by some, but overlooked by many – here’s a list of our favorite
albums from 2013 (in no particular order or from any one city) that
are great tunes to groove to. Note: this is not a 'Best of' list, but
listen along to our expanded list and comment on what we missed
at online.thatsmags.com/post/notable-albums-2013
J-Fever: Wanderers (Self-released)
Those known to flow know J-Fever. Since 2007, the reigning freestyle champ has managed to garner the
attention of advertisers (Nike), moviemakers (soundtrack for Tai Chi 1) and news crews (the BBC). Though
it’s stil hard to say what makes up the “Beijing sound” beyond dialect, the now 28-year-old Beijinger
has made a name for himself producing jazz-infused hip hop, worshipping The Roots and reflecting a
similar level of sophistication. J-Fever’s quirty narration sounds at home over uncluttered production
that features familiar sax samples (title track) and exotic Chinese instruments – as on ‘The Art of HipHop’. Lyrically Wanderers leans less on disses and wordplay, and impresses with playful storytelling with
rhythms that please even if you don’t understand the words. Peace out. JT
FeiMa: Half City (Self-released)
The album cover depicts an explosion, and across seven tracks this Shanghai trio deliver the musical equivalent. It’s a stew of jagged riffs, frantic drumming, buried samples and plenty of hooks. The
growth is impressive as the band started in 2012 playing Car Sick Cars covers to contributing to China’s
growing post-punk canon. Sadly, the album served as both hello and goodbye as singer/guitarist
Bellows Wang shortly moved to the Netherlands after the EP’s summer release for school. AC
The Swamp: Yond (Soundray)
While post-rock properly gripped the capital earlier this year, no band exhibited more clarity in message than this
Guangzhou-based quartet and their seventh record. Notably, the prominent use of the Chinese zither, or guqin, that
provides enough dim light to navigate the sprawling mundane of post rock’s tension and release song form. Most
importantly, in their journey from early 90’s snivel indie to thoughtful art rock, The Swamp is achieving what many
others fail to do – progress. JT
WordySoulspeak: Let the Rhythm Hit (BBE Records)
Three-time DMC China champion DJ Wordy and Los Angeles producer Soulspeak have crafted a unique sound that has garnered high profile fans like RZA, Diplo, Pete Rock and Adidas.
Based in Beijing, their first album for international label BBE sees the duo come up with a
straight dancefloor pleaser that echo influences ranging from jazzy hip-hop (‘Smokeout’) to
80s electro (‘Let Me Ride’) to bass (‘No Escape’). AC
Second Hand Rose, Stealing the Show (Modern Sky)
Both genre- and gender-bending, this eclectic Sino-rock mash up has pulled a lot of firsts for
Beijing rock, all completely DIY. The record, which still heavily soaked in Er Ren Zhuan and
other folk idiom, is also a departure of sorts; such as the twisted gang-vocal rhapsody ‘Chuang
Men’. More importantly, the album also marks their signing to indie powerhouse Modern Sky
and the platform for their first-ever show at Worker’s Gymnasium, monumental considering
how they started deep in the Beijing underground, wearing dresses. JT
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Ivan Belcic and Bren Geringer (CD cover)
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We Are Shanghai
MUSIC COMP TURNS THREE
BY Andrew Chin
Koh in front of the Shanghai university student set.
Round Eye
Outside the typical
Yuyintang set,
we have a good
number of electronic
producers and a few
forays into hip-hop
Rachel Gouk
Ivan Belcic
Girls Like Mystery
Cherry Cherry
En Route
Air Walker
S
hanghai doesn’t have the
greatest rock reputation.
Northerners used to joke
that the city had two bands – Top
Floor Circus and other bands. But
recently, the We Are Shanghai
(WASH) compilation and CD release parties have become a rocking way to ring in the New Year.
Volume three of the series will
be online at weareshanghai.
bandcamp.com, with physical
CDs available at the January 18
album release party at Yuyintang.
That event will feature nine bands
including experimental punk-andsax quartet Round Eye and hometown metal-tinged Gou Shen.
“We hope to reflect the diversity
of the musical talent this city offers,” explains compilation co-organizer Michael Herd. “We made
an appeal to as many bands who
call Shanghai their home, adopted
or otherwise, to participate.”
The album features over twenty
40
original tracks and artists that
were released last year ranging
from Britpop (Girls Like Mystery)
to metal (Spill Your Guts). Popular
local acts En Route and Air Walker
are also included.
The project began in 2011 as a
collaboration between Ivan Belcic
and JC Heinbeockel of clothing
company Twin Horizon, Dennis
Nichols and Bren Geringer of
Zang Nan Recordings and music
producer Adam Gaensler. All were
in active bands with a desire to
document what was happening in
the city’s music scene.
Duck Fight Goose and Boys
Climbing Ropes headlined the first
volume, and the compilations are
handy retrospectives charting the
city’s music scene progression.
Participants have included leading local talent (Top Floor Circus,
NaoHai) and current laowai faves
that touch on noise-rock (Pairs),
indie (X is Y), cosmic jazz (Alex
Haavik Friction Alliance), bass hip-
hop (Conrank and Mandarin rapper Koz) and – of course – Cantopop drum-and-bass remixes (DJ
Caution and Heatwolves).
“There’s going to be more representation from musicians outside
the typical Yuyintang scene,”
Belcic promises. “We have a good
number of electronic producers
on here, and a few forays into
hip-hop.”
The album’s eclecticism reflects
the evolution of Shanghai’s music
scene. While its transient nature
will always make it turbulent –
pour a 40 for Rainbow Danger
Club, Death to Giants, The Fever
Machine – initiatives like the
Sunday Live monthly series of
free afternoon concerts at 696
Live House in Hongkou have provided a fertile forum. New acts
like high-school student band
Apprentices of Sound share bills
with hometown heroes like FeiMa
and visiting international acts like
Australian indie-pop singer Sophie
Bands are becoming increasingly
savvy, with expat groups starting
Douban and Weibo accounts,
Chinese acts releasing music on
Bandcamp and collaborative albums like the Death to Giants and
Acid Pony Club mash-up Death
to Ponies’ standout Swine Water
EP adding to the city’s mounting
discography.
“There’s a lot more inclusion
of bills between foreigners and
locals,” Herd confirms. “There’s
less of an ‘us and them’ attitude
but there’s definitely a need to
have more shows that can attract
a bigger local crowd by offering
them during the daytime or more
centrally.”
The WASH organizers see the
music scene’s growth first-hand.
Herd plays guitar in Girls Like
Mystery and fronts Xiaoxinyiyi,
who will be recording an album in
February. Belcic’s death-pop duo
Death to Giants were arguably last
year’s MVP – releasing their debut
album Blood Pours Out in March
while performing in numerous
guises like Mongolian Death
Squad (their collaboration with
Mongolian traditional duo Guren).
He now fronts The Machinery
of Other Skeletons, a recently
formed metal group.
“I’d just be happy to see some
new faces every now and then on
stage,” he says. “Member-sharing
between bands is fun, but I’m
hoping we get a significant infusion of new blood in 2014.”
// Jan 18, 8.30pm, rmB30-50. Yuyintang, 851
Kaixuan lu, by Yan’an Xi lu 凯旋路851号,
近延安西路 (5237 8662, weareshanghai.
bandcamp.com)
win!
We have pairs of tickets to the
We Are Shanghai release party
to give away. Simply answer the
following:
Five bands have been on both
previous compilations. Name
two of those bands.
Send an email with the subject
'We Are Shanghai' to win@urbanatomy.com by Januaary 9.
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Forecasting 2014
Shanghai’s MVPs recap 2013 and predict what’s ahead
BY Andrew Chin
Spencer Tarring
Heatwolves
Last year was a
transitional one
for Shanghai’s
self-professed
“No. 1 DJ.” The
M1NT resident
ditched the DJ
Spenny moniker
and toned down
the swagger
while bossing up.
He founded VOUS
Records and has
gotten into production. His new track, ‘Come on now’ is getting mad love on Weibo and
from top DJs like Dmitri Vegas.
On 2013: “It was definitely the year that EDM came of age but you can
really feel DJs being super tired of this style with the constant breakdowns, build-ups and drops. It’s almost like a formula now.”
On 2014: “I feel good groove and more original-style house music coming back.”
Quote: “The biggest difference at my parties is I’m playing VOUS music
as opposed to the same music as everyone else, which really defines my
set now. While I’m planning a big tour in the US, I’m never going to lose
this connection with M1NT. That’s my home.”
As co-president
of the Love
Bang universe,
Heatwolves had
a big year. The
eclectic monthly
dance party
turned three,
went to London
and NYC, hosted
several pool parties, started a
podcast and will
start monthly parties in California. He’s also a fixture within Shanghai’s dingy underground
clubs like DADA, LOgO and Shelter.
On 2013: “The biggest trend was hip-hop and we owe that to Hip-Hop
Hijack running things. It was a welcome change in a city dominated by
house music. One unwelcome trend is too much free shit. People come
to expect that and don’t want to pay RMB50 for an amazing guest from
abroad.”
On 2014: “We’ll see a lot of clubs starting ‘hip-hop’ nights with varying
degrees of success. Arkham was huge in 2013 and we may see something similar but slightly nicer open up, too.”
Quote: “That’s small compared to what we’re planning for 2014.”
Redic
Xiao Zhong
Han Han
The multidisciplinary artist regularly performs
at JZ Club and Unico, wowing crowds with his
brand of “eclectic-soul.” He’s wrapping up his
album, Redic Unveiled… China Chapters, which
features guest spots from other Shanghai
mainstay musicians like Mongolian mandolin
master Tom Peng and Brazilian guitarist Tinhu
Pereira.
On 2013: “A lot of artists shifted from longterm residencies to a rotating schedule, which
keeps it fresh. Also, a lot of the acts that have
been working here the past few years have
finally decided to document what they’ve been
doing, so expect a lot of self-produced projects
from independent acts and artists.”
On 2014: “Expect a lot of CD release parties
leading up to the summer and hopefully more
collaborations between acts to fill venues like
On Stage and The Mixing Room & Muse at the
Mercedes-Benz Arena.”
Quote: “I recommend Theo Croaker’s Afrosonic
Orchestra, Noukilla, Death to Giants and The
Word – they fuse different styles but their core
is hip-hop.”
The Pairs drummer/frontman put out eight
records last year under several guises that
touched on spazz-rock (Hujiahuwei), pop (Tom
Cruise and Katie Holmes), piano ballads (Pairs)
and electronic experiments (also Pairs). On top
of organizing shows for visiting punk acts, his
Slink Rat blog is the dark, sarcastic heart of
Shanghai’s underground rock scene.
On 2013: “I’m not a huge fan of what’s happening here for one arrogant reason or
another but I did notice that the Sunday Live
shows were doing really well. They’re attracting a whole bunch of new kinds of bands and
crowds.”
On 2014: “No idea but there will be two Pairs
albums coming out before July. I’m moving
mid-next year and the best thing for 2014 is
that a bunch of stale, jaded old guards are going home, so Shanghai is pretty open for some
fresh blood to come in and make things interesting again.”
Quote: “It was a productive year but that
doesn’t mean any of the records were good.”
The last couple of years have cemented Duck
Fight Goose as the best rock band in the city.
They’re one of the rare Shanghai acts signed to
Beijing indie label Maybe Mars, and are wrapping up their follow-up to 2012’s Sports. In between recording sessions, they played several
high-profile shows including opening for Slash.
On 2013: “Playing live shaped our sound in
terms of equipment. We’re always trying to
find the balance between those very meaty
analog sounds and concrete-like electronic
sounds. The most memorable show was when
we played with Death to Giants and X is Y at
On Stage. The sound there is superb.”
On 2014: “NaoHai and FeiMa will be the backbone of Shanghai’s new bands next year. I can
feel that.”
Quote: “Out next album is definitely coming out early next year. There will be more
‘functional’ layers and we want it to be more
complicated, sophisticated and eclectic. We’re
focusing more on what feels true to us rather
than formats. It won’t be a typical rock or electronic album. Happy New Year. Buy a mask.”
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Right Now (Na Na Na)
R&B Star akon Celebrates the Present
BY Emily Aylett and Andrew Chin
I
n a little over a
decade, Akon
has pretty much
achieved it all. The
Senegalese crooner
has topped the
charts, befriended
Michael Jackson and
discovered Lady Gaga.
Before the release of
highly-anticipated
fourth album, Stadium,
the superstar singer
returns to China for his
first Mainland shows
since 2011.
When we last chatted in 2011,
you were putting the finishing
touches on Stadium. What’s the
status?
Stadium is a long time coming and
something that I have held until
the timing is right. I’ve been touring, recording and producing new
songs so it’s now at a point where
it’s hard to choose which songs
are going to make the album. I’m
still recording, but just released
the first single ‘So Blue’ and the
video for it is out.
During that conversion you mentioned that you were bored with
what was happening in pop and
R&B. Do you still feel that way?
I think that the pop and R&B
genre has really developed over
the past year and we are seeing
artists like Justin Timberlake and
Pharrell move the mark and bring
those categories back to the top
of the charts.
Pop’s a young person’s game.
How do you evolve as an artist as
you get older?
How do you define young? Pop
and R&B have always been about
the beat and the melody. Lyrics
change as you get older, but I
disagree that it’s a young person’s
game.
You also told us about your interest in acting. Will we be seeing
you in the movies?
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The eyes of a 'Trouble Maker'
Man, I think Miley Cyrus is laughing all
the way to the bank. She’s a good girl
and will come out on top
I actually got my first role in Jeta
Amata’s Rise Up, a fictionalized
account of the true story of an
educated Nigerian girl’s return
to her rural community, who becomes the leader of a local movement fighting against a polluting
oil company. It features Mickey
Rourke, Kim Bassinger, Anne
Heche and Vivica A Fox. I just
finished scoring the soundtrack
for the film’s US theatrical release,
slated for this spring.
Once that role came about, a
friend put me up for American
Heist, a remake of the 1959 Steve
McQueen movie The Great St.
Louis Bank Robbery, which I filmed
last summer. It was an incredible
experience and I’m definitely
looking to doing more in the film
industry.
Your Kon Live label famously
found Lady Gaga. Have you
heard Art Pop? And are there any
new artists that you are working
with?
By now I hope everyone has heard
Gaga’s latest album. She is on
auto-pilot and really in control
of the creative direction of her
music and career. Right now, I’m
working some new artists on the
label, including Jeffree Star and a
talented singer-songwriter Sam
James, that I’m excited about.
You’re so closely tied to Africa
and have started the Konfidence
Foundaton. How often do you
go back?
I go to Africa as much as I can
when I have some time off, and I
always try to do shows throughout the year. I would say I am
there at least four to five times a
year. It definitely feels good to be
in a position to give back and I
feel like whatever I can do to help
organizations in Africa I do.
You have so many hits. How has
stardom affected you?
I have never let fame affect my
life. I’m still that guy that pumps
my own gas, eats at regular restaurants and tries to live as normal of a life as I can. You have to
stay humble, and the bigger you
get the harder you have to work.
What do you think of the Miley
Cyrus controversy?
Man, I think Miley is laughing
all the way to the bank. She is a
talented artist that is coming into
her own. She’s a good girl and will
come out on top.
You’ve had your fair share of
negative press. How do you deal
with it?
Honestly, I don’t pay attention to
the press. There are a lot of stories that come out that are completely false and addressing them
fuels the fire. As long as you know
who you are, you don’t need to
let it affect you.
Do you ever have any regrets?
I never look back and have regrets. I take everything that happens as an opportunity to learn
and grow from it.
// Jan 15, 7.30-9.30pm, rmB280-1,680.
shanghai Grand stage, 1111 Caoxi Bei lu, by
tianyaoqiao lu 漕溪北路1111号, 近天钥桥
路 (400 610 3721, ponypiao@damai.cn)
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Crossing Over
Finnish Pop Singer Saara Aalto Releases Mandarin Debut
BY Andrew Chin
Records aren’t selling and I’m more
interested in performing anyway. China
is a big country with lots of events and
opportunities
languages, and Chinese is my new
favorite,” Helsinki native Aalto
explains. “Chinese is actually one
of the most beautiful languages
to sing. I really think this exotic
Finnish fairy fits well in China,
and it was a very natural decision for me to record an album in
Chinese.”
A
s China’s entertainment
industry matures, artists from abroad are
looking to build careers on the
Mainland. Finnish singer-songwriter Saara Aalto is one such
candidate. Describing her music
as “epic pop love,” she recently
released her Mandarin language
debut, Ai De Zhu Fu.
“I have always loved different
Working with a translator, Aalto
chose nine songs from her previous three albums (two in English,
one in Finnish) for Ai De Zhu Fu —
which is named after one of her
early singles, ‘Blessed with Love.’
“I tried to choose songs with
beautiful melodies and emotional
lyrics, because that’s what Chinese
people like,” she explains. “Some
songs have additional keyboards
to give them a more electronic
and produced feeling that is quite
typical for Chinese pop.”
Pre-releasing a single each day on
Monroe — her coach on The Voice
of Finland — and being invited
to perform with Swedish pianist
Robert Wells at his Shanghai concert two Novembers ago.
Weibo, Aalto was able to generate
online interest, with her Gothicthemed music video for ‘受伤的
心’ — ‘Wounded Heart’ — having
been viewed over 10,000 times
on Youku. She’s most encouraged
by the positive feedback on her
Chinese, which she studies while
traveling and by listening to singers like Coco Lee.
Pop has been in Aalto’s life since
she penned her first songs as a
five-year-old. Now 26, she has
been a fixture on Finnish reality
TV singing competitions over the
past few years. ‘Blessed with Love’
made it to the qualifying rounds
to be Finland’s entrant in the 2011
Eurovision Song Contest and she
finished runner-up in 2012’s The
Voice of Finland.
The result has been life-changing,
with Aalto performing regularly across Finland, working with
Finnish glam rock legend Michael
That initial gig opened Aalto’s
eyes to the opportunities in China.
“Records aren’t selling that well
anywhere and I’m more interested
in performing anyway,” she says.
“Singing live is my strength and
big concerts are my favorites.
China is a big country with lots of
events and performing opportunities.”
Since then, she has performed
with famed tenor José Carreras
and was one of the closing acts at
last year’s Shanghai International
Film Festival. While she has yet
to play shows in China outside of
Shanghai, she is in the midst of
organizing a national tour.
“My plan is to tour, find a good
producer, make a new album
and definitely learn much more
Chinese,” says Aalto. “I’m still waiting to have some time to go shopping because the previous trips
have been so fast. I’d like to visit a
Chinese shopping mall.”
// For more information about saara aalto and
Ai De Zhu Fu, visit www.saaraaalto.com
Crossing Over
Saara isn’t the first foreign artist shooting for Mainland stardom. Here are a few other laowais that
have become ‘Big in China.’
DaShan
Rachel DeWoskin
Hao Ge
Mark Henry Roswell
is arguably China’s
most famous foreign entertainer.
The Canadian rose
to fame at the 1988
CCTV Spring Festival
Gala, wowing audiences with his exceptional Mandarin abilities as Dashan (Big
Mountain). He’s parlayed that fluency into a
two-decade-plus career, becoming the first foreigner accepted in China’s tight-knit crosstalk
comedy community and doing high profile TV
hosting duties.
While she’s best
known as a
writer these days,
DeWoskin’s career all
started with a starring role in the 1990s
nighttime soap opera
Foreign Babes in
Beijing. Playing a seductress, DeWoskin’s
TV notoriety and its
subsequent impact on her life was the subject
of her memoir, named after the show. That
is being adapted into a film and DeWoskin’s
third novel Big Girl Small, was named one of
Newsday’s Top Three Books of 2011.
Nigerian singer
Uwechue Emmanuel’s
musical path has been
strange and glorious.
He ditched an engineering career, which
led to his father disowning him. Previously
a country singer
and astrophysicist,
Uwechue was reborn
as Hao Ge. He was the first foreigner to be the
Avenue of the Stars monthly champion and found
instant national fame due to a duet with Han
Hong at the CCTV New Years Gala. His concerts
are popular draws across the country and he was
even asked to sing at the Beijing Olympics.
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dance
Fire of Anatolia
STOMPING FAST TO WORLDWIDE SUCCESS
BY Zoey Zha
Fire of Anatolia director and choreographer Mustafa Erdoğan aimed to create the Turkish answer to
Riverdance, and he’s succeeded. Since its debut in 2001, the show has toured 85 countries with an
expanded cast of over 250 people. It has been staged in front of the Egyptian pyramids, set world
records and impressed über-stars like Britney and Celine. They opened last year’s CCTV New Year
Gala and are back on the Mainland for their sixth extensive tour through the country.
A
natolian folklore dances like
the halay (a traditional circle
wedding dance) mix with
ballet and other styles in an extravaganza that ambitiously tries to capture thousands of years of the area’s
history and culture.
The show interprets Pandora’s legend, opening during joyful times for
mankind. But a gift of fire seeds from
the gods turns into a nightmare
once opened. The second act charts
the fight from Zeus’ wrath and their
return to brighter days.
“It’s a unique project that unites
3,000 mythical dance figures and
the music of the Anatolian people,
compiled from almost every region,”
Erdoğan explains. “I wanted to
present the meeting of civilizations
with a universal message of peace.”
Although he majored in philosophy
and management, Erdoğan was entranced by the area’s long heritage
of folk dancing. He established a folk
dance company at Turkey’s leading
Bilkent University in 1985 and sowed
the seeds of Fire of Anatolia with his
1999 Sultans of Dance show.
Over 750 dancers applied and 90
were selected to be part of the initial
Fire of Anatolia. After a grueling 18month training process, the show
debuted and went on its first world
tour in 2002. The number of dancers
has ballooned, allowing the show to
be mounted in several places around
the world simultaneously.
Physical fitness is an essential requirement for participating dancers
but Erdoğan looks for much more.
“They should be well-disciplined,
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have good personality and talent
for modern dance, ballet, folkloric
dance, rhythm and everything else,”
he says.
The show’s cast is impressive and includes Turkey’s leading ballet maestro Oktay Kerestici. Mainland fans
have fallen under the sway of cast
member Saniye Sinem Guren, who
is arguably the world’s best belly
dancer. She began as an audience
member and by the show’s end was
determined to land a part.
“It wasn’t easy,” she admits. “There
were lots of times we couldn’t
see our families during training. I
thought about quitting but my love
for dance always stopped me.”
With a place in the Guinness Book of
World Records for fastest dance performance at 241 beats per minute
and abundant costumes – each
dancer changes ten times per performance – the show has impressed
crowds around the world, including
high-profile performances at the
Kremlin, Madison Square Garden,
the Great Pyramids of Giza and in
front of 400,000 people in Ereğli –
another record for largest audience.
“So many things have changed,”
Erdoğan says. “It was a dream for
me and with my dancers and creative crew, we made this dream come
true. We are now one of the world’s
biggest dance groups with over 250
dancers and an academy with four
schools and 750 kids training in
Turkey.”
Already popular in China, the show
returns to five cities across the mainland, including a January 19 per-
It unites 3,000
mythical dance
figures and the
music of the
Anatolian people. I
wanted to present
the meeting of
civilizations with a
universal message
of peace
formance at Shanghai Grand Stage.
It will be their first time back in the
country since opening last year’s
CCTV New Year Gala.
“I accepted the invitation at once,”
Erdoğan says of the spot. “It was a
big advertisement for us and I’m sure
one million people watched us live.”
Multiply that by a few hundred and
Erdoğan will be closer to the actual
viewership. Despite the success, he
continues to plot ahead with a new
show set to debut later this year.
He gave us a bit of a preview, noting,
“Gates of East will come out in 2014
and it will be a great dance story
beginning from the Silk Road and
ending in Istanbul.”
// Jan 19, 7.30pm, rmB180-1,280. shanghai
Grand stage, 1111 Caoxi Bei lu, by lingling lu
漕溪北路1111号, 近零陵路 (400 880 2340)
music
Fly me to the moon
Sarah Brightman revisits China before space odyssey
BY Andrew Chin and Tom Lee
English soprano Sarah Brightman has had a long, strange journey to the greatest heights of music stardom. She started
singing disco homages to Star Wars before melting hearts as Christina in The Phantom of the Opera (including that of show
creator Andrew Lloyd Webber). Since leaving Broadway behind, she’s sold over 30 million records as a pioneer of classical
crossover. Now that she’s conquered the world, Brightman is ready to take on space, the final frontier, as this trained
cosmonaut departs next year as part of a three-person Space Adventures trip to the International Space Station (ISS).
Academy Award winning spaghetti western composer Enrico
Morricone, Iraqi singer Kazem alSaher, KISS’ Starchild Paul Stanley
and operatic icons Andrea Bocelli
and José Carreras.
“
Countless times I imagined
myself singing in space,” she
says. “Right now, we’re not
certain whether I can but that’s
okay. I will obey the arrangement
of the related staff.”
Bet on the English native to serenade the stars. As part of her
trip, Brightman will be promoting
sustainable development in her
role as UNESCO Artist for Peace
while endorsing female education
in the STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics)
fields.
Achieving big dreams is nothing
new for Brightman. Born in the
historic village of Berkhamsted
on August 14, 1960, by the age of
18 she was performing her Star
Wars-inspired British Top 10 disco
hit ‘I Lost My Heart to a Starship
Trooper’ on The Kenny Everett
Video Show adorned in a silver
catsuit and platform shoes.
“I used to want to be a ballet
dancer in my childhood, but later
I became a musical actor and a
singer,” she says. “To some extent,
I have already achieved my childhood dream of being an artist.”
She may have started on the
dance floor, but Brightman found
her break on the West End. In
1981, she won a role in Andrew
Lloyd Webber’s Cats. Her performances won rave reviews and
Webber was enchanted. The two
married in 1984 and Brightman
became his muse – inspiring roles
in The Phantom of the Opera,
Song and Dance and Requiem.
Although the two separated in
1990, Brightman sang the title
track with five phantoms during a
special 25 Years on Broadway Gala
performance last January.
Although missed on stage,
Brightman has moved on. “Maybe
in the future I will return, as long
as there is a suitable opportunity,
but the most important mission
for me in these next two years is
to tour and continue to chase my
dreams,” she says.
Since 1993’s Dive, that focus has
been on an eclectic solo career
that has seen her work with
“It’s very difficult to compare
these two outstanding singers,”
Brightman says when asked to
pick an opera favorite. “Bocelli’s
voice is clear and has a penetrating power that straddles classical
and popular music. Carreras is a
master and his voice’s emotional
capability is second to none. They
are both very charming singers
and two of today’s top talents.”
With her eleven solo albums,
Brightman is often spoken about
in the same breath as those two
other greats. She’s dabbled with
everything from folk to rock to
2003’s Middle-Eastern tinged
Harem, while adding to her collection of more than 180 gold
and platinum records across more
than 40 countries.
It was during the 2004 Harem
world tour that Brightman first
performed in China. She still remembers the night fondly.
“The whole stage was surrounded
with a white curtain like a mysterious Arabian palace. The front
of the stage extended into the
audience and the atmosphere
was very good,” she says. “It will
always be memorable for me, and
I believe that many people in the
audience felt the same way.”
Since then, China has always been
part of her world tours and she
has performed several high-profile
Mainland gigs including duet-
ing with Liu Huan on ‘You and
Me’ at the 2008 Beijing Olympics
opening ceremony, guesting on
Hunan TV’s 2011 Spring Festival
Gala and closing last year’s Beijing
International Film Festival with
‘The Phantom of the Opera’ and
‘Scarborough Fair’.
The Olympics performance at The
Birds Nest remains “one of my
life’s most unforgettable singing
experiences,” but Brightman’s
relationship with the country continues to develop. She contributed
donations for post-Wenchuan
Earthquake disaster relief and
the intellectually curious singer
continues to be fascinated by the
country.
“What impresses me most is
China’s thousands of years of history and civilization,” she says. “I
love Chinese history and I always
visit various sites while I’m here.”
It will be the second time in eight
months that she has performed
in Shanghai. Her space-inspired
Dreamchasers album has already
topped the Billboard Classical
charts and this tour will be her
longest since 2004. The second
set of China tour dates were not
scheduled by accident.
“I like the country’s young side,”
she says. “I attended a lunar New
Year party last February and the
Spring Festival is so interesting.
It’s like a party throughout the
holiday season. Every day is just
so happy!”
// Jan 21, 7.30pm, rmB280-1,680. shanghai
Grand stage, 1111 Caoxi Bei lu, by Ciyun lu 漕
溪北路1111号, 近慈云路 (400 610 3721)
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arts
theater
Hello, Suckers
Broadway classic Chicago takes over China
BY Andrew Chin
Crime rarely pays, but Chicago Tribune reporter Maurine Dallas Watkins’ coverage of the 1924 murder
trials of twice-divorced cabaret singer Belva Gaertner and motel laundry bookkeeper Beulah Sheriff
Annan – “the beauty of the cell block” – inadvertently led to the creation of Chicago, the longest running
American musical in Broadway history. Femme fatales, show-stopping songs, intricate choreography and
1920s glamour merge into a show that has been described as Broadway’s sure thing, and will be taking
over Shanghai Cultural Square for ten dates staring February 4.
L
ittle time is wasted in
Chicago. In the opening
scenes, vaudevillian Velma
Kelly murders both her husband
and sister after catching them
together in bed, while chorus
girl Roxie Hart shoots her lover
and tries to convince her husband it was a robbery. The show
follows their subsequent trials
and battles to survive in prison
while retaining their newfound
infamy as media darlings.
to infuse her latest incarnation
of Velma with a slightly bipolar
edge. For Soetaert, who also
played Roxie on the West End,
she’s happy to let her characterization evolve naturally.
“There’s so much to explore.
She’s incredibly impulsive, manipulative, fun, naughty, sexy,
clever and vulnerable. As an
actress, you can really indulge in
extreme emotions and revel in
her dramatic circumstances.”
The mix of murder and media
was directly inspired by Watkins’
courtroom observations of
Gaertner and Annan. Frequently
garnering headlines atop
Chicago’s seven newspapers,
the two form the basis for the
show’s characters, Velma (based
on Gaertner) and Roxie (Annan).
A fictionalized account was a big
hit at Watkins’ Yale University
writer’s workshop and the play
debuted on Broadway in 1927.
“True art is timeless,” says Sarah
Soetaert, who stars as Roxie.
“The songs are so catchy and
the issues of fame and celebrity are totally pertinent to our
world. Although it was originally written in the twenties, its
themes still resonate true and
are relevant to audiences worldwide.”
While the original show was a
relative success – inspiring two
film adaptations and casting a
then-unknown Clark Gable in
its Los Angeles production – the
show has found its current life
after eight-time Tony Award winner Bob Fosse spearheaded a
musical adaptation that debuted
on Broadway in 1975.
The musical first received mixed
reviews, and was overshadowed
by that year’s A Chorus Line.
Its 1996 revival, however, has
elevated it into a stage classic
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Chicago is like
a piece of art in
motion. The music,
choreography
and script make
it a seamless
production of art
and holds the record for longest running musical revival on
Broadway.
unique experience of playing
both characters during its West
End run.
“In my mind, Chicago is like a
piece of art in motion,” says
Anita Louise Coombe, who plays
Velma. “The music, choreography and script make it a seamless production of art.”
“Both roles are a dream for very
different reasons,” she explains.
“Roxie is the naïve girl who
doesn’t really know what is going on when she’s sent to jail,
but learns the rules very quickly.
Velma is a mover and a shaker.
She totally knows how to get
exactly what she wants from
relentless perseverance and
determination. She’s a woman
through and through.”
Audiences agree. A 1997 revival
on London’s West End ran for
nearly 15 years and the 2002
film adaption starring Catherine
Zeta-Jones (as Velma) and Renee
Zellwegger (as Roxie) won Best
Film at the Academy Awards.
The main characters are meaty
roles and Coombe had the
Recently receiving three
nominations for her role in the
Australian revival of A Chorus
Line, the Adelaide native hopes
While she’s recently filmed
a role in the upcoming
Lars Von Trier two-part film
Nymphomaniac, Soetaert will be
too busy to catch its premiere,
as Chicago visits nine cities
across China during its neartwo-month run.
Although the language barrier
may be a deterrent for some
audience members, Soetaert insists the show will still translate
even if every word doesn’t.
“I first saw it in 1997 in London
when my English wasn’t very
good, but the experience never
left me,” the Belgian actress
says.
For people that do make the
show, Coombe promises a fun
time for the crowd and an exhausting one for the actors.
“Chicago has been incredibly
successful due to its simplicity
and complexity,” she says. “The
set is simple yet an effective
backdrop for the complex song
and dance numbers that the
entire cast has to endure for the
two-and-a-half-hour show.”
// Feb 4-9 and 11-16, 7.15pm, rmB80-800.
shanghai Cultural square, 225 shaanxi nan lu,
by Fuxing zhong lu 陕西南路225号, 近复兴
中路 (400 610 3721)
book
Boy in the Twilight
Stories of the Hidden China
BY Aelred Doyle
I
n ‘No Name of My Own,’ the
first piece in Yu Hua’s focused,
riveting and perhaps merciful
new collection of stories, there is
a character called Mr. Chen who is
kind and helps somebody simply
because he can.
wife than express himself clearly.
The shallow, half-smart women
and their sly suitor in ‘Sweltering
Summer’ are beautifully skewered, figures of fun rather than
disdain. Even in the remarkable
‘Timid as a Mouse’, with its tragic
inevitability and shocking cruelty,
you have to laugh at the sheer
brio of some of the selfishness.
‘The Skipping-and-Stepping Game’
is the one off note though, almost
comically bleak.
Don’t get used to it.
In the unnamed small towns and
cities of this book, we see the same
people and the same situations over
and over. Weakness meets with
mockery; disagreement leads directly to braggadocio and violence;
fear translates into disdain.
And there’s hope. Hope from love
perhaps – the wife in ‘Victory’ has
no way to express what she feels
when she discovers her husband
may have a lover, and no tools to
understand what he tells her, but
all may not be lost. Or from sex,
as in ‘Mid-Air Collisions’ when
Morning Tang brings a ridiculous
group of friends along for support
when a wronged husband is after
his blood, only for him to get distracted by a pretty girl and forget
the whole thing.
In most stories, there is a moment when an empathetic word, a
willingness to calm down and talk
things over with an open mind,
could change lives. A moment when
one act of kindness could filter the
distrust out of the air. With rare
exceptions, these concepts may as
well not exist here. This is a world
without empathy for man or beast.
And yet this is not a cruel book,
though it is at times a dispiriting
one. Yu himself has plenty of empathy – and pity, never hatred – for
his characters. The authorial voice is
there, though the prose is so limpid
that it feels like reportage, and it’s a
voice of sorrow. This way go we all
without honest human connection
or space to grow. This is what it is to
be trapped.
In ‘Friends,’ two men brawl for
hours “like fighting crickets in the
thick of mortal combat,” their struggle absurd but chilling in its detail,
yet the conclusion suggests the
fighters have more claim to honor
than the onlookers. ‘Their Son’ is all
struggle: struggle to board a bus,
Yet the standout story here, ‘Boy
in the Twilight’ has no humor
and little hope. A starving thief is
abused and humiliated by a fruit
seller, in the dust of a busy road.
Loss begets loss – there are only
victims. Sometimes you just have
to wait for the cycle to end.
to make a living, to communicate
with a son whose selfishness can be
traced directly to his upbringing. It’s
exhausting.
This may be a book about the
failure to communicate, but Yu
Hua doesn’t have that problem.
This is another fine book from a
writer China is lucky to have, and
another book that is going to pass
the test of time.
Yet, and this is important, the book
is not depressing, and despite the
darkness it’s a pleasure to read. Yu
Hua doesn’t do worthiness, and
he refuses to be dull. Stories whip
along, with sly wit and a keen
eye for absurdity of speech and
action. ‘Why do I Have to Get
Married’ is a comic romp, the
feckless narrator understanding
too late the snare he has stepped
into and discovering that it may
be easier to take another man’s
// Boy in the Twilight comes out on Jan 21.
For more information, visit randomhouse.com
To Live (1993)
This epic follows Xu Fui, the
foolish son of a rich man who
gambles away the family fortune
before joining the army during
the ongoing Chinese civil war.
He returns home two years later
to eke out a peasant life with his
remaining family members during
the early days of Communism.
Brothers (2008)
Shortlisted for the Man Asia
Literary Prize, this novel follows
two step-brothers that endure a
poor childhood and orphaned
teenage years. One goes on to become the richest man in the city
but they inevitable cross paths –
tragically competing for the same
woman.
China in Ten Words (2011)
Yu combines history, academic
observations and personal experiences to explain the sweeping changes in China from his
harsh youth during the Cultural
Revolution to this glamorous age.
Essays revolve around a single
word and impressively, one of
them is “bamboozle.”
Essential Yu Hua
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arts
film
A Record-Breaking Year
China’s film industry now world's second largest
BY Andrew Chin
E
ntering 2013, there were grave concerns about the domestic film industry. For the first time
in a decade, foreign films out-earned domestic movies, the ‘water army’ scandal of fake
web postings to alter a movie’s rating was an embarrassment and the Chongqing Economic
Times reported that 80 percent of mainland films recorded a deficit. 365 days later and how things
have changed. China’s box office topped RMB20 billion for the first time ever, with domestic films
making up 58 percent of that revenue. The country is now officially the second biggest film market
in the world and Shenzhen’s TCL even purchased the naming rights to famed Mann’s Chinese
Theater on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
With event films like Police Story
2013, Firestorm and The Monkey
King either just hitting movie
screens or coming soon, 2014
looks like it will be even bigger.
It’s a trend that Beijing-based
entertainment industry research
institute EntGroup has been tracking for years.
“China’s box office has grown
rapidly recently and is expected
to reach RMB22 billion, but it’s
not a special phenomenon,” says
EntGroup analyst Liv Yi. “Currently
the quality and quantity of movie
theaters can’t meet the needs of
this audience and as new theaters open in third-tier cities, these
numbers will keep growing for
the next five years.”
Indeed, part of what’s been
fueling the escalating numbers is
the growing number of cinemas.
Almost 1,000 new cinemas were
built last year, with 17,500 screens
available – a remarkable growth
from the 3,527 available in 2007.
There is more to it, however. Over
the past fifteen months, there’s
been a notable phenomenon of
smaller, character-driven films
turning into box office gold. The
best example is Lost in Thailand.
Made for around US$2 million
and released in December 2012,
the comedic caper is China’s
highest grossing film with over
US$200 million in sales. This continued last year with Zhao Wei’s
college-set So Young and the
bio-pic American Dreams in China
rubbing elbows with big-budget
action epics from home (Young
Detective Dee) and abroad (Pacific
Rim) in China’s top 10 highest
grossing films from the year.
A fascinating success has been
the Ning Hao-directed No Man’s
Land. The Xinjiang-set thriller
was held up for nearly four years
by the State Administration of
Press, Publication, Radio, Film
and Television (SARFT) before
winning the box office in its early
December release.
The SARFT has faced scrutiny
all year long, with the Django
Unchained opening day debacle
and the noticeable hold-up of
internationally beloved art house
director Jia Zhangke’s highly acclaimed A Touch of Sin.
However, the SARFT may be slightly misunderstood. Due to the lack
of an age-based ratings system,
China’s current censorship system
Youn
(left to right)
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g Detective De
e, So Young, No
Two-time
Academy
Award-winning
director Ang Lee
told reporters
that China
will overtake
Hollywood within
ten years
typically makes cuts to films to
make them appropriate viewing
for all ages. Nearly 40 minutes
were cut from Cloud Atlas – primarily love scenes.
Cultural cuts do continue to occur.
Despite partially taking place in
Shanghai, the latest James Bond
film Skyfall included a small scene
where a Chinese security guard
is shot by the villain, which was
removed from the Mainland version.
“There has been some talk about
Man
est, American
y to the W
's Land , Journe
changing to an age-based system
but it will take a few years at
least,” Yi says. “SARFT’s control
over movie content shows no
sign of loosening but despite concerns, Feng Xiaogang’s upcoming
movie Personal Tailor was released
without a hold-up last month and
No Man’s Land did make it onto
the big screen.”
In response to No Man’s Land,
the SARFT posted their complete
set of criteria for submitted films
online but continue to be plagued
by rumors like the false summer
report that Despicable Me 2 was
banned (see pg 36).
Film Business
Early last month, British Prime
Minister David Cameron negotiated a coproduction deal that enabled UK and Chinese companies
to work together, joining America
and South Korea in having this
arrangement that theoretically
bypasses the quota system. It was
widely celebrated and co-productions have become the buzzword.
An August agreement cemented
the terms: foreign producers are
entitled to 25
Dreams in Ch
ina
The TCL
Chinese
heater
On top of
giving us an
education
on China’s
film industry,
Entgroup’s
Liv Yi gave us
her list for the
most highly
anticipated
Chinese films
for this year.
Mainland Iron Man 3
Recommended
2014 Films
David Cameron making deals in China
percent of Mainland film gross for
imported films but 40 percent on
coproductions.
While Paramount Pictures reached
a deal with the government-run
Chinese Movie Channel and its
online movie service partner
Jiaflix to produce Transfomers 4,
official co-productions have been
rare. Despite partnering with
Beijing-based DGM Entertainment
and releasing a notorious special
Mainland version, Iron Man 3
ultimately did not qualify as an official coproduction.
“The concept has become quite
vague with more film productions going international in terms
of financing or staffing,” says Yi.
“The major concern for Chinese
producers is how important their
roles will be in a cooperative relationship.”
Regardless, last year was a banner year for business deals. Jiaflix
reached deals with MGM and
Lionsgate to distribute films such
as the Twilight saga and the upcoming Robocop remake on its
online streaming platform m1905.
com. Disney will make films like
The Avengers and Toy Story 3 available on Tencent’s Hollywood VIP
digital service.
China’s online streaming services
have become an increasingly
important battleground as the
country subtly introduces efforts
to combat piracy. Last summer,
Beijing police arrested eleven suspects in an unprecedented takedown of piracy website silu.com,
which offered unlicensed downloads of 18,772 films to its over
400,000 registered members.
In November, Baidu was sued for
RMB300 million for copyright violation in a joint lawsuit by Youku,
Tudou, Tencent, Sohu.com, Dalian
Leo at Dalian Wanda party
Wanda and the Motional Picture
Association of America (MPAA).
Later that month, the government
announced plans to establish a
court devoted to intellectual property rights protection as part of
their 60-point roadmap.
Despite this, Yi predicts the
change will be gradual. “Chinese
people have become accustomed
to viewing or downloading films
for free,” she says. “Video sites
also have a lot of advertising.
However, as people’s purchasing
power grows, this model will
naturally increase.”
Although foreign companies are
hoping to tap into this emerging
market, Chinese companies like
Dalian Wanda are hoping to conquer the world. After purchasing
the American AMC theater chain
in 2012, Dalian Wanda’s founder
Wang Jianlin outdid himself.
A-listers like Leonardo DiCaprio,
Zhang Ziyi, Catherine Zeta-Jones
and Ewan McGregor attended
China’s richest man’s September
party, where he announced the
company’s next project – the
Oriental Movie Metropolis.
Part film and TV studio and part
theme park, the RMB50 billion
project is set to open in Qingdao
by June 2017, and will include
twenty sound stages including the
world’s first underwater studio.
With a target of producing 130
films annually – including 30
foreign films – and a studio that
matches or surpasses the capacity
of any Hollywood studio, Dalian
Wanda epitomizes what twotime Academy Award-winning
director Ang Lee told reporters
at November’s Golden Horse
Awards – that China will overtake
Hollywood within ten years.
Jiang Wen's next film will mix song and dance with action
Gone with the Bullets
Dir: Jiang Wen
This sequel to 2010 hit Let the
Bullets Fly takes place in glamorous 1920s Shanghai and will include intricate song and dance
numbers. Jiang’s friend Robert
De Niro expressed interest in
appearing.
Death Defying Encounter
Dir: Ning Hao
Not much is known about the
No Man’s Land director’s upcoming film except that it stars
Lost in Thailand’s Huang Bo and
Xu Zheng. Ning has promised
that it will be a “healing” film
rather than a “crazy film.”
Tracks in the Snowy Forest
Dir: Tsui Hark
Tsui is a legend, directing the
Young Detective Dee hits and
producing John Woo’s triad
classics like Hard Boiled. This 3D
remake of the 1960s film promises to be a visual delight.
Home Coming
Dir: Zhang Yimou
Zhang reteams with his first
muse Gong Li in this adaptation
of Yan Geling’s acclaimed novel,
The Criminal Lu Yanshi, which
follows a Chinese intellectual
over several decades.
Don’t Go Breaking My Heart 2
Dir: Johnnie To
The Hong Kong crime film
maestro snagged acclaim with
last year’s Drug War. However,
he returns with the sequel
to the romantic comedy hit
which was his Mainland breakthrough.
The Crossings
Dir: John Woo
Best known as an action innovator, John Woo returns with
an epic star-studded drama
that follows three couples
that board the ill-fated Taiping
ship, described as the Chinese
Titanic, bound for Taiwan in
1949.
I Am Somebody
Dir: Derek Yee
The iconic Hong Kong director
secretly shot this completely
self-financed film that examines
the lives of small-time actors
working as extras at one of the
world’s largest film studios.
// For more news, visit english.entgroup.cn
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art
Free Bird
Zhang Zuo speaks for migrant youth
BY Andrew Chin
L
ast October, Wuhan-born
Zeng Fanzhi set a new contemporary Asian art record
with the US$23.3 million sale of
his painting The Last Supper at
Sotheby’s Hong Kong. The news
confirms that there’s gold in
these hills. But new artist Zhang
Zuo is unimpressed by the growing cult of personality surrounding Mainland contemporary
artists.
“There is no such good thing as
a good artist in any form,” Zhang
declares. “There are only good
pieces of art.”
Born in a small town of roughly
1,000 people in Hebei Province,
Zhang’s artistic journey has been
a pure one. His debut solo exhibition, Solace of Youth, opens at
LWH Gallery in m50 on January
10, and he’ll be milling around on
weekends eavesdropping to hear
the audience’s unfiltered thoughts
on his work.
“I feel very fortunate,” he says.
“An artist I knew, Mo Xin, recently
died, and he didn’t get his first
exhibition until his late 60s.”
The mixed-media show features
nearly thirty pieces centering
around the experiences of modern migrant youth in China. It’s
an experience that Zhang knows
too well.
“Unlike my father and forefathers
who had a very intense history
and experienced a great deal,
I was born in good times,” he
says. “I wanted to record this era.
Although there’s a lack of revolutions, there are still challenges.”
“There’s a huge gap between
migrant youth’s aspirations and
what reality is able to provide.
Traditional education and cultural
values have failed to catch up to
give these young people the tools
to survive in this new reality.”
Zhang’s artistic journey began
before kindergarten. Growing up
in a poor and toy-less household,
he spent his childhood routinely
cutting out cartoon characters
painted on instant noodles packages and pasting them on discarded paper.
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'At Dream's Edge'
There’s a huge gap
between migrant
youth’s aspirations
and what reality is
able to provide
Although he studied design
at Mei San University, Zhang’s
heart was in art. At 24, he moved
to Beijing’s creative haven
Songzhuang – a move he says he
didn’t dare tell his parents about
– where he survived on menthol
cigarettes and four buns a day flavored with bottled minced meat
sauce. Days were spent painting
in an unheated concrete slab with
fellow aspiring artists.
To make ends meet, he took a job
at a company that specialized in
mass produced artwork where he
developed the ability to paint four
works a day. Despite seeing his
peers succumb to the stability day
jobs provided, Zhang was passionate about his artistic life of drinking, smoking and creating.
“I was very raw, rough and arrogant then,” he says. “I wasn’t
scared of anything and didn’t
think about selling any of my
paintings.”
Things changed in 2010 when he
joined the army as a way to pay
off his school fees – “My military
income was the equivalent of
three years of my family’s annual
crop” – which left little time for
art. Doodling any chance he got,
Zhang left the army two years
later with much more discipline
and determination.
He moved to Shanghai last March
to be closer to his girlfriend, and
works and lives in a 15 square meter apartment in Pudong where,
he says, “I eat, sleep, drink,
smoke, paint and … (smiles cheekily) on that floor.”
While he misses the ability to mix
with locals and kindred spirits in
Songzhuang, this city has been
kind to him. This exhibition is an
accident as he first approached
LWH Gallery to see if they were
hiring.
“As a gallery, we mainly feature
Southeast Asian art, but I believe
that we should nurture and give
back to society,” says LWH founder
Woon Hoe. “Being in Shanghai’s
art district, we should provide
a platform for young aspiring
Chinese artists.”
Impressed by Zhang’s earlier
dreamscapes, Woon requested
larger pieces for a solo show. Over
the past few months, the theme
emerged with work encompassing ink, spray paint and other
mediums.
“The birds represent migrant
youth and the barren landscape
symbolizes the harsh environment
they struggle in,” Zhang says.
“This will probably be my most
innocent and honest exhibition
as I’m not tainted by commercial
thinking.”
// Jan 10-28 (tue-sun), 10am-6.30pm, free
entry. lWH Gallery, room 102, Building 14, 50
monganshan lu by Changhua lu 莫干山路
50号14号楼1楼, 近昌化路 (187 0171 7975,
www.lwhgallery.com)
art
Reimagining the Gallery
A trip through Shanghai’s underground art spaces
BY Andrew Chin
S
hanghai’s bursting with galleries. m50 is constantly refreshing and some of the world’s
leading artists exhibit at mega-galleries like MOCA Shanghai. But for something more
alternative, head to these three original spaces.
Lauren Hogan
Basement 6 Collective
Basement 6 Collective
// open by appointment, 1643 Huashan lu, by Huaihai zhong
lu 华山路1643号, 近淮海中路 (b6cshanghai.com, katy@
b6cshanghai.com)
Bazaar COMPATIBLE
Little Victories
Bazaar Compatibie
Little Victories
This spacious basement can be found in the
communal area of an apartment complex by
Huaihai and Huashan Lu. It officially opened
last April as the site for the city’s No Lights, No
Lycra free-form dance classes, and is now the
studio for an eight-person collective that includes artist Sophia Lin and experimental filmmaker Anneliese Charek. Participating artists
have included a local photography student but
they’ve also fitted in 150 people for a performance and sound art piece as part of Make +.
No money is exchanged and the group’s cofounder Katy Roseland provides their mission
statement: “The overlying theme is that it’s
experimental. It’s kind of kitschy and a novelty
for some people and the nice thing about the
space is that it transforms to meet whatever
the situation is. Sometimes artists come in and
play off the energy that’s already here in creating pieces.”
Last August, three artists in residency came up with the ingenious idea
of converting a waste collection bicycle into a mobile gallery on wheels.
While only Stefano Ogliari remains in Shanghai, the plan is to hold one
exhibition a month. “Every exhibition is a different story, from the artist to where we go. That’s the beautiful thing with Little Victories,” he
says. While there’s been some mishaps – Ogliari laughs about a dance
performance outside The Peninsula Hotel that involved lycra, water
and the dancer’s “secret part” – the idea has proven to be a hit with cofounder Katie Surridge recently receiving funding to start a second one
in London. Although public shows last a day, the group has been collaborating with rotating art spaces like Strictly Designers United to host
extended week-long pop-ups for the exhibits indoors.
What started as a two-week project has turned into the most original
art gallery in the city, bringing contemporary art into the flower section
of Xinhua Market. The space has hosted a variety of exhibitions, ranging
from performances to sound installations to visual art. Shows typically
rotate after a few weeks and it’s unattended, adding to the eeriness. The
gallery has become so entrenched in the area that local store hawkers
will immediately point the way when they see large groups of laowai
rolling through. Better yet – you can pick up cheap batteries and fake
brand name shoes at the same time.
// Xinhua market, stall 26, 96 anshun lu, by Dingxi lu 安顺路98号, 小商品市场内26号铺, 近定西
路 (www.w1d3cl183.1mm3d1at3.org)
// the streets (www.littlevictories.co)
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CALLING THE SHOTS
Looking throu gh the Shanghai lens
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W
inner of the silver award at the
Shanghai International
Photographic Art
Exhibition, Wei Gensheng isn’t a
professional photographer – he
is a construction crane operator.
Crane man in
the clouds
BY TONGFEI ZHANG
“People see me as a photographer now. But I’m just an amateur photography lover,” says
the 59-year-old. “I was shocked
when I heard that I won the silver award. I never expected it. I
was so moved that I could even
feel goose bumps.”
A photography lover he certainly
is. Inspired by his elder brother’s
interest in photography, Wei
bought his first Pentax camera
in the 1980s for RMB420 – at a
time when his monthly salary
was just RMB36.
In his 38 years in the job, the
Shanghai native has worked on
many landmark buildings.
“I’ve witnessed the development
of our city – from Hong Kong
New World Tower on Huaihai
Zhong Lu to Bailian Shimao
International Plaza on Nanjing
Dong Lu to the Shanghai Tower,”
before, and it is this quality that
makes it special,” he reflects.
he says. “I feel nostalgic about
all the places I’ve worked on.
Every time I pass by these buildings I do get a sense of pride.”
It is his images from his
cabin atop under-construction
Shanghai Tower that won him
the prize.
“Shanghai’s development is
reflected through many a photographer’s lens at an angle of
elevation. However, through
mine it is recorded from skyhigh,” Wei says of his 632-meterhigh vantage point from what
will be the tallest building in
China – and second tallest in the
world – when it is completed
later this year.
“To capture shadows in the
cloud, you have to be much
higher than the cloud. There
weren’t such photos of Shanghai
The long hours also help, he
says. “People work 12 hours a
day in our industry. Usually we
start working at 6am and knock
off at 6pm,” he explains. “And
sometimes I wait for several
hours for instructions. I am high
above the city alone; patience is
important to a photographer.
“I dare to say that even world
class photographers will not
be able to take such photos,
because they only get to spend
a couple of hours or days up
there, but I have spent years at
such height.”
Wei is not so modest as to say
the only trick is being up there
long enough though. “I’m not
the only person taking photos
on top of the tower; there are
a dozen other crane workers.
I have to say, to take beautiful
photos, first of all you need
a pair of eyes to discover the
beauty.
“I think opportunities are taken
by those who are well prepared,” he continues. “I’ve even
developed the sense of whether
it will be a good day for taking
photos when I start work in the
morning. I feel like I’ve become
a weatherman!
“Cloud goes by quickly and
is ever-changing. I needed to
be very sensitive and quick to
capture beautiful moments.
With my experience I know that
pretty clouds usually come early
in the morning, because they’re
usually lower in the sky when
the temperature is cooler.”
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Wei is grateful for what he sees
as a rare opportunity. “Not every
person gets the chance to take
such photos. Breaks like this
only come once in a lifetime,
and when it’s gone, it’s gone,”
he reflects. “I’ve got loads of
unforgettable photos, which are
a great fortune of mine that no
one else could have.”
And despite the award, Wei is
still clocking in for 12 hours a
day in the crane cabin.
“There isn’t any difference in my
life to be honest. There are more
people looking for me now,
mostly from the media, which
occasionally makes me smug.
However, I tell myself that I’m
just a normal person who loves
taking photos, and happens to
have taken some nice ones.”
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Chapter 1: Disappearing City
A man in one of the Old Town houses condemned for demolition, winter 2010
Chapter 4: Blue Collar/White Collar
Inside a Hongkou hairdresser, winter 2011
Chapter 2: Building Modern Shanghai
Workers on Shanghai Tower’s 110th floor, autumn 2013
Nicky
Almasy
The Rebirth of a
“Pick the most inspiring people around
me and put them in the most inspiring
places,” is how former That’s Shanghai
photographer Nicky Almasy describes
the images that make up Shanghai –
City in Motion: The Rebirth of a Modern
Metropolis, the culmination of his
seven years in the city.
“It includes people from all walks of
life: musicians, promoters, actors,
designers, chefs, Shanghai celebrities
and common people,” the 38-year-old
Hungarian says of the 300-page book.
“It is divided into eight chapters and includes basically every person and place
that mattered and has been around us
during the last seven years.”
Here, Almasy picks a favorite image
from each chapter. NK
Chapter 3: Shanghai Locals
One of the contestants of Miss China Universe in the dressing room
on the day of the finals, Kerry Parkside, summer 2012
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// For more on Shanghai – City in Motion:
The Rebirth of a Modern Metropolis
and Nicky Almasy’s other work visit
www.almasy-photography.com
Chapter 5: Shanghai Laowais
New York saxophonist Alec Haavik dressed as his alter ego, ‘The Lizard,’
at 1933, Shanghai’s old slaughterhouse, autumn 2011
Jan Prochazka
Modern Metropolis
Chapter 6: Shanghai Seasons
Fall in the former French Concession, autumn 2010
Chapter 7: Just Shanghai
An evening photo of the Normandie Apartments, one of the landmark
buildings of architect Laszlo Hudec, autumn 2012
Chapter 8: The Musicians of the City
Jazz trumpeter Theo Crocker, summer 2013
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During the pilgrimage of the Kawagarbo, we encountered this Tibetan man who is a professional pilgrim. For quite a large sum of money, other Buddhist Tibetans, who are not able to do it themselves, will
hire him to do the pilgrimage of the Kawagarbo in their name, in the belief they will receive the benefits of the pilgrimage. The peculiar thing about this man was that, even though he was a fervent Tibetan
Buddhist, he is also a big fan of Mao Zedong, and dresses as a Red Guard and keeps with him this cassette player that continuously plays communist revolutionary songs. May, 2012.
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Patrick
Charlie Xia
Wack
Here,
There Are Men
“
I had never used a serious
camera before, knew nothing about digital photography or Photoshop, had
never been to Asia and didn’t
know a word of Chinese.”
So says Frenchman Patrick Wack
on his 2006 move to Shanghai
to become a photographer.
He began shooting street fashion in Shanghai and Beijing, and
then shot a series of worker
portraits during the preparation
of the Expo.
Tibetan farmer who provided us with a shelter for a night. May, 2012.
“I started using additional lighting, and the next year traveled
to four different provinces to
build a series of montage portraits called Kingdoms,” the 34year-old explains, saying he was
“interested in that fine line between documentary and more
stylized imagery.”
These were the steps towards
the more elaborate production and aesthetic in his latest
project, Here, There Are Men.
“The desire to build a meaningful series of environmental
portraits about China has been
Tibetan farmer in the Tibetan area of Yunnan wearing a badge of the Dalai Lama on his necklace.
May, 2012.
Taxi Doje is a 20-year-old
Tibetan farmer. I photographed
him near his seasonal base
camp at an altitude of around
4,000 meters. He spends a few
months every year there with
other Tibetans looking for the
valuable caterpillar fungus,
which is then sold at a high
price as a traditional Chinese
medicine. May, 2012.
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Yang Sheng Xiang is a 70-year-old Hui minority retired mine worker. I met him walking the old Hui
minority part of town in Baotou, Inner-Mongolia. July, 2013.
Tu Ya is a sheperd and Ha Si Tu Ya is unemployed. The two 27-year-olds are Mongolian minority girls.
They were driving around their quad near the gate of the stadium where the traditional Naadam
festival takes place in Bai Lin Miao, Inner-Mongolia. July, 2013.
Three Mongolian minority wrestlers after their fights during the Naadam traditional Mongolian
festival in Bai Lin Miao, Inner-Mongolia. July, 2013.
Worker in a brick factory near Baotou, Inner Mongolia. Refused to be interviewed. July, 2013.
with me for quite some time,
but finding the right style and
concept took me a few years.”
The starting point of the series
was a trip to Yunnan and Tibet
in April 2012, and the pilgrimage of the Kawagarbo.
“It is one of the sacred Tibetan
Buddhist pilgrimages that take
the believers from Yunnan over
the Tibetan border and back
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to Yunnan. It is an excruciating 15-day mountain trek that
takes you over 5,000-meter-high
passes and everything is done
on foot.”
Wack says the trip wasn’t a great
success photographically, but
it was during the pilgrimage
that he discovered the style he
was looking for in his images.
Wanting to show both extremes
of China – the very rural and the
very urban – he next went to
Chongqing, a favorite location.
“There is a cinematic quality
to it; it’s pure science fiction.
It looks dirty and chaotic, a
concrete jungle that combines
farming areas within a futuristic
metropolis, with its dozens of insane bridges and never-ending
elevated highways, its dense
smog and brown river flowing
through. And among all of that,
millions of people going about
their lives like it is a normal human environment.
Whether it be Chongqing or
Inner Mongolia, Wack says he is
looking for places with an unusual edge in terms of landscapes
and people
“I’m trying to create visually striking images,” he says. “I
spend hours walking or driving
Yi Jia Lin is a 34-year-old shakuhachi musician. The shakuhachi flute is now considered a traditional
Japanese instrument, but was originally introduced from China in the 8th century. Yi Jia Lin is one
of the very few Chinese shakuhachi masters. This portrait is actually the only one in the series that I
organized in advance. My assistant in Chongqing is one of Yi ’s students and, after showing me some
of his concert videos, I thought he would make the perfect character to create this symbolic image.
He plays to the death of old China and the birth of a new one – the resilience of the tradition and the
chaos of modernity. April, 2013.
around looking for something
or someone who will trigger
my interest. It can be a face, a
landscape, an odd situation or
that one ray of light that will
make me stop. And then I build
around it.” NK
// Here, There Are Men by Patrick Wack exhibits
at Art+ Shanghai Gallery from January 9 to
February 16, Embankment Building, G/F, 370
Bei Suzhou Lu, by Sichuan Bei Lu, 北苏州路370
号河滨大楼, 近四川北路 (5608 6067). For
more on his work visit www.patrick-wack.com
Qin Dachong, a 69-year-old retired worker,
lives on a meager RMB300 allowance from
the government. He has no wife, but has an
adopted son who works as a migrant far away
in Sichuan. I found him walking on the concrete
riverbanks of the Wujiang River in the small
district of Fuling, Chongqing. We talked for
quite some time. Wherever I go, I like going
down the river to find people to photograph.
They often carry a lot of nostalgia and have
stories to tell. June, 2013.
I walked into this kid on the bank of the Jialing River near downtown Chongqing. He was walking
around with this box over his head and seemed to have some kind of mental issue. His parents were
cooks on one of those floating restaurant boats lying by the bank of the river. After some discussion
the father agreed to let me photograph his son for a few minutes, but refused to answer any of my
questions. April, 2013.
We were walking along the Jialing River, not too far from downtown Chongqing, on the dry earth
leading to the river bed, which is quite low at that time of the year. There was this fascinating huge
crack in the ground through which the sewers were running down to the river. That’s when 22year-old factory worker Zhou Kang drove on his flashy yellow scooter. I asked him if I could take five
minutes of his time to photograph him at this spot. All I can see now when I look at that image is that
orange peel in the foreground. April, 2013.
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ith a background in film,
Vancouver native Andrew
Rochfort made the switch to still
imagery a decade ago. A trip to
Shanghai for New Year’s in 2005 convinced
him to move here. “I just wanted to photograph the city, to capture the changes,”
he explains. Earning a crust from corporate
gigs, he spends his free days doing just that.
“I just walk around as much as possible,
and look for cool compositions and colors.
I avoid taxis and the subway if I can, as
they can really limit your exposure to good
street photo opportunities.
“I’m liking the Zhabei and Hongkou districts these days,” the 36-year-old Canadian
continues. “There are a lot of interesting
things to see and shoot. I also like the area
behind the Bund and north of People’s
Square. So many layers.”
For his Blackened By Light series, Rochfort
focuses on the city at night, when
“Shanghai becomes an overwhelming
display of color and light. The pure dominance of unnatural brightness tends to
leave everything in the foreground completely void of dimension.
“No matter how opulent or detailed,
what’s left is a deep, dark shape. A black
silhouette against an aggressive background. I enjoy shooting Shanghai at
night, and watching the shimmering, manmade landscape consume all that stands
before it.” NK
// For more of Andrew Rochfort’s work
visit www.andrewrochfort.com
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Red Era Museum by Liu Jiakun Architects, Chengdu
F
irst attracted to photography by his artist mother,
nine-year resident of
Shanghai Tim Franco decided to get seriously into it in
2007 after a one-year hiatus in
Laos.
“I started going to small shows
and covering the music scene.
This led to a first DIY book,
Shanghai Soundbites, printed in
2008 just before the Olympics,
about the local scene,” says the
31-year-old of French and Polish
extraction.
Train Factory being changed into art center by Liu Jiakun Architects, Chengdu
“After that, I started covering
larger social and urban issues,
getting my first publication in
the foreign press. I have started
sharing my time between personal documentary projects
and more architecture commercial jobs.”
Through this work Franco met
Frederic Edelmann, a famous
French architecture critic who
was planning a project covering
modern architecture throughout China, and in 2011 a book,
Made By Chinese, was commissioned by the Galerie Enrico
Navarra.
Beijing Linked Hybrid by Steven Holl Architects, Beijing
“We then spent almost oneand-a-half years working on
it, traveling throughout China
photographing projects and
cities, meeting with architects,”
Franco explains.
Guangzhou South Railway Station by TFP Farrells, Guangzhou
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Ningbo Museum by Wang Shu, Ningbo
“It was a really interesting and
tiring year. I shot most of the
book with a traditional large
format film camera so I was carrying about 15 kilos of equipment all the time, but it was an
excellent experience and I’ve
learned a lot about both long
Ecclectic
architecture
around China
Slit house by AZL Atelier Zhanglei, Nanjing
term photography projects and
architecture.”
Franco says the goal of the
book is to present what modern
architecture is in China from a
realistic perspective.
“So many projects are being
built. Sometimes in remote areas. Sometimes they are abandoned or get old very quickly.
Sometimes they are very successful. We really wanted to
show a raw version of it. Most
of the architecture you find
in art book shops is highly
post-processed photos and
renderings given by agencies
themselves.”
Franco says he discovered
incredible projects, from the
Shanghai suburbs to the middle of Yunnan Province, but
was most interested by Ordos
in Inner Mongolia, “an incredibly modern city rising from the
desert,” built with the money
from a great Mongolian coal
rush and meant to be the home
of a million people, which lies
all but empty (despite hosting
the 2012 Miss World Final).
Ordos, Inner Mongolia
Commune by the Great Wall by SOHO China, Beijing
As for the hardest location to
shoot? “Surprisingly the most
obvious ones, such as Sanlitun
in Beijing, where you need a
permit to put a tripod on the
ground. We sometimes had to
trick the guards to be able to
shoot.” NK
// Made By Chinese will be available in
the first half of 2014. For more on Tim
Franco visit www.timfranco.com. Franco
also runs a commercial photo and video
agency with two friends called Propaganda
Studio www.propagandastudio.asia
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Six Chinese
photographers to
look out for
Li Wei
Dubbed the Jackie Chan of the art world, Beijing-based Li Wei has scored magazine covers and countless
fans for his eye-popping work. A former performance artist, Li swears that these images are not digitally
altered but done through mirrors, wires and old-fashioned acrobatics. // Li Wei last exhibited in Shanghai at m97
where a book of his photos is available.
by andrew chin
Zeng Han
This Guangdong native was a photographer and editor at 21st Century Business Herald and a co-founder
of voutu.com, the country’s first art e-gallery. In Soul Stealer, he examines modern “dreamlands” such as
the Landplay opera popular in Guizhou villages to the modern Cosplay phenomenon. // Zheng Han last exhibited in Shanghai at m97 where a book of his photos is available.
Zhang Xiao
Chengdu-based photographer Zhang Xiao used to take snaps for
the Chongqing Morning Post before going independent in 2009.
That year, he began photographing sections of China’s 18,000
kilometer coastline for an award-winning exhibition. Of the photos, Zhang says, “these scenes are true reality, though they seem
beyond our imagination.” // Zhang’s work will be part of the Landscapes
exhibition, Jan 20-Feb 28. Magda Danysz, 188 Linqing Lu, by Yangshupu Lu 临青
路188号, 近杨树浦路 (186 1674 8872, www.magda-gallery.com)
Liu Bolin
Also known as ‘The Invisible Man,’ Liu Bolin’s most popular works are from Hiding in the City. Photographic
works that began as performance art in 2005, the series sees the Beijing-based artist blend himself into
the background with painted-on camouflage. // For more on Liu Bolin him visit www.liubolinart.com/
Maleonn
Chi Peng
When Chi enrolled at the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing,
he studied digital technology, saying, “It is the only major that will
not limit my thought.” He’s lived up to that credo, early exhibits
fusing copies of his naked body with landmark Beijing buildings.
He’s toned down the nudity, but continues to produce provocative
photos. // Chi Peng last exhibited in Shanghai at m97 where a book of his
photos is available.
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Shanghai-born and educated
artist Maleonn is known for his
photography and staged works
that have a surreal, fantastical, cinematographic quality. His work encompasses many references such
as childhood memory, lost hopes
and dreams, and the symbolism of
traditional Chinese arts. // Maleonn’s
works are on display in Unico. For more on
him visit www.maleonn.com
Roy Zhang
A master in the ways of street photography,
Roy Zhang is the sharp eye behind the
blog Royonthestreet and fashion website
The Shanghai Express. The engineering
graduate turned blogger started snapping Shanghai’s fashionable and creative
types two and a half years ago, inspired by
internationally esyablished sites like Scott
Schuman’s The Sartorialist and Tommy Ton’s
Jak & Jil. “What I wish to do with my blog
is draw people’s attention to the Shanghai
style scene,” he says. “Through my photos,
I want to show the world that China has its
own fashion attitude.”
Shanghai
Street Style
// To see more of Roy’s work visit www.
theshanghaiexpress.com or on his Tumblr,
www.royonthestreet.tumblr.com
By Marianna Cerini
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designer in the making Hart Hagerty
started her fashion blog Shanghai
Style File in 2009, “because at the
time I couldn’t find any Shanghai
street style blogs.” “Street style photography is an essential research tool
for the gigs I do for
trend forecasting,” she
says, “as it helps clients
get a better understanding of not only the
fashion trends but the
zeitgeist around it. It’s essential to not just capture,
say, the camouflage jacket
trend, but how different
people – punks, dandies,
skater kids – wear them in
their own special ways.”
// Visit shanghaistylefile.com to
check Hart’s work and fashion
write-ups, and www.harthagerty.
com for a look at her own fashion
brand – a niche line of one-of-akind jackets designed and made
in Shanghai that feature vintage
textiles from around the world.
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eat / drink
the grapevine
Gossip
In a rather sudden turn
of events, Ruth’s Chris
Steakhouse at Bund 18
(beneath M on the Bund)
opened early last month after
giving us a January date. We
had a chance to preview the
menu and, let us tell ya, it’s a
classy locale offering a pretty
classic menu. In addition to
the New York strip, T-bones
and porterhouses for two,
they’ve got chopped salads
and some pretty delicious
crab cakes on the menu.
Check back in February for
more.
This is usually a dead month,
especially with the New Year
and Chinese New Year edging so close to each other.
However, we’ve got a bumper
crop of new spots hitting the
streets. W1 Seafood and Raw
bar, on the third floor of the
old Bulldog, opened its doors
touting bivalves on the half
shell. 1st Season on Dingxi
Lu is also ready for business,
with a fusion of Eastern and
Western eats. It looks like
Wuyuan Lu is getting a new
burger joint and Xiangyang
will see Lasagna House open.
Things are also getting all
shook up over at Three on
the Bund. Executive Chef
Lam Ming Kin has been at
Jean Georges since the beginning nearly 10 years ago.
Two months ago, he quietly
handed the reigns to Paul
Eschbach. The American native, who worked stints at
Jean Georges in New York
City, is known for his clean
flavors and techniques. Can’t
wait to see what he can do.
Last but not least, congratulations go to Peter Lin, Senior
Sous Chef at The Peninsula
Shanghai. In a heated competition between some of the
best our city has to offer, the
Jiangsu native will be representing China in this year’s
Bocuse d’Or competitions
in June 2014, with a chance
to join the final competition
later in France. It’s a way off
yet, but we’re already rooting
for him.
Six of the best… immune boosters
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Probiotics
Vitamin A
RMB45/100g. www.kateandkimi.com
Paradox, 890 Wuding Lu, by Changde Lu 武定
路890号, 近常德路 (6253 0122)
// RMB90. Franck, 376 Wukang Lu, by Hunan Lu
武康路376号, 近湖南路 (6437 6465)
Vitamin D
Whole package
Zinc
1333 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Changshu Lu 淮
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// RMB32/bottle. Yolo, 611 Nanchang Lu, by
Xiangyang Nan Lu 南昌路611号, 近襄阳
南路
by Wulumuqi Lu 愚园路441号,近乌鲁木齐
路 (6233 9651)
This power house garlic compound fights off bacterial infections; researchers discovered
people who ate six cloves a
week were two thirds less likely
to catch a cold. Try black garlic:
it’s sweet and perfect in salads. //
When the sun hides, get doses
of D from your diet to ward off
depression and invading viruses.
Kota’s mackerel – slightly brined
and blowtorched – is delicious
and nutritious. // RMB35. Kotas Kitchen,
Bolster your digestive system
and lagging leukocytes with
yogurt, which hosts friendly
bacteria. The homemade stuff at
Paradox is tart, thick and served
in generous portions. // RMB15.
Cold pressed juices are full of
antioxidants, beta carotene and
more: try a bouquet of carrots,
ginger, parsley and other great
greens. They also do cleanses.
Who said vitamins are a chore?
Eating liver can get you the
daily recommended amount of
enriching vitamin A. It’s terrine
time! We adore Franck’s savory
mix of duck, pork and chicken.
As if we needed the excuse, oysters have high concentrations
of zinc, which acts like a white
blood cell workout. Try the reasonably priced Oyster House for
your fix. // Oyster House, 441 Yuyuan Lu,
Head to head
Rikuro vs Uncle Tetsu
cheesecake copycats
Origin: Japan??
Shanghai branches: 10
Heritage: Dubious. Rikuro Ojisan Inc has 50 years of history,
but they’ve never opened outside Japan. Our version is a
spankin’-new imposter: shanzhaied mascot and all.
Mascot: With his chef’s hat and luxuriant moustache, we’re
vaguely reminded of Chef Boyardee.
Line: None… at least in the Reel Mall basement. Bad press
seems to have whittled adoring masses down to nil.
Pomp and circumstance: The ladies just seemed relieved to
be selling us a cake. No bells. We did get paper plates.
Damage: RMB39
The cake: Nearly identical in appearance to Tetsu’s, but with
a spongier, heavier mouth feel and less richness.
Origin: Taipei
Shanghai branches: 20
Heritage: 20 years ago, a Taiwanese entrepreneur embraced
the Rikuro concept and created a near-identical shop with
few tweaks. Oh, the trials of being first.
Mascot: A cherubic baldy with an oversized noggin and fat
cheeks. Makes us happy.
Line: 35 minutes at 5pm on Friday… but the impatient line
stretched longer once we made off with our prize.
Pomp and circumstance: Cakes, baked 12 at a time, are sold
piping hot. Bells ring in jubilation when each batch emerges.
Damage: RMB39
The cake: Well-rounded, creamy flavor with a texture like
floating bites of cheesecake atmosphere.
Verdict: Uncle Tetsu’s turns out to be a distinctive copy. It’s tasty and indulgent, but never heavy. Rikuro just seems less fresh.
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In Season
Lugan
This sweet, juicy citrus varietal
(lugan, 芦柑) is known as a
‘honey orange’ and boasts more
than 1,000 years of cultivation
history, first recorded in the early
fourth century. Long prized by
connoisseurs for their loose,
easy-to-peel skin and succulent
flesh, they also boost health with
a rich dose of vitamin C and citric acid. The best hail from Fujian
Province and are usually sold in
individual plastic bags. Average
price: RMB4.8.
Ci Gu
In the height of winter, these
globed, aquatic roots are on
everyone’s table. Also called
duck potatoes, cigu (茨菰) are
used to nourish the respiratory
system and strengthen heart
and lung functions. Similar in
taste to taro but with a crisper
bite, they are usually simply stir
fried or braised with pork. Ones
cultivated in Baoying, Jiangsu
Province are the finest. Choose
whole, heavy ones with few
wrinkles. Average price: RMB2.5.
SOUNDBITE
“This new deal to
export pig semen
means Britain’s
best pigs will help
sustain the largest pig
population in the world.”
A UK government spokesperson discusses a spunky new agreement allowing the island nation to export a big load of swine
spermatozoa to China – RMB450 million’s worth to be exact.
The deal, reached during Prime Minister David Cameron’s visit
last month, is meant to improve the farming efficiency and
genetic quality of Middle Kingdom porkers. Mainland China
already has more than half of the world’s porcine population,
some half a billion hogs. We expect those numbers to explode.
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lead
FOOD FADS
PREDICTING Trends for the year ahead
By Monica Liau
Oh, Shanghai. You are an ever-changing mistress of fortune and despair! A beautiful,
confusing crush of restaurants that open and close in a heartbeat – of trends that fade in a
breath, or just go on (and on and on…) It is a deliciously exciting place to dine and here’s what
we think (and wish) this year’s bounty may bring.
Health food
Let’s face it. It has been a season of bad things going into our body.
Of air quality worse than Beijing. Of worrisome food scandals. Of
ordering McDonald’s at 3am and regretting it. To feed off this fear (in
a good way), more and more nutritious spots seem to be popping
up around town. V Cleanse just opened a raw food café. Sproutworks
may have closed momentarily, but it is set to take over the city next
year. Salad extraordinaire Dressed from Hong Kong is in the IAPM.
Nice juice bars (the latest being Juicyle) are popping up all over town.
Time to clean up our act.
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Fringe cuisine
Shanghai is already the most global in the China food movement:
burgers galore, pizza with pizzazz, oysters on the half shell for reasonable clams and a crop of vegetables that, five years ago, would
have never been available or affordable. But we continue to diversify.
This past year has seen the nascent rumblings of more obscure eats
at approachable prices: Ingera and stews from the Saharan climes
thanks to pop-up Eat Ethio. Tangines and couscous from the wild nomads of the Tunisian Berber tribes at the tiny Cafe Berber. Hummus
and kebabs at Brothers Kebab. That Bulgarian café, Vanca’s, on Dagu
Lu. Now if we could just get some laksa and empanadas, our life
would be complete.
Latin flavor
We had come to a little bit of a
Mexican standoff. With the closure of Mi Tierra and the shortlived Manigua, oldies but goodies Maya, Cantina Agave and
Mexico Lindo were the three
major amigos left in the game
for tasty South-of-the-Border
treats. But, in addition to the
tequila-soaked La Luchador on
Yongkang Lu, we’ve started seeing smaller mom and pop establishments slinging tacos. Franck
did it briefly on his rooftop.
There’s a girl on Changle making homemade enchiladas and
we hear The Kerry Centre will
be getting a Mexican restaurant
itself (started by the guys behind
Piros). Ole!
Community
meals
Long have Amelia HeatonRenshaw, Lexie Comstock,
Christine Asuncion and the
Jiashan Market crew labored to
get people to support the local
upstart food makers and cupcake bakers – and for the most
part it’s on the up-and-up. Now,
it’s going a step farther.
There’s the Supper Club begun
by Camden Hauge that’s like,
a secret gathering of enthusiastic eaters (shhhhhhhh) and,
out in Jinqiao, the Greenhills
Clubhouse hosts “Cooks Night
Off” fair days. Each month,
home cooks and professionals alike set up booths with
premade meals (hometown favorites and fancy flavors) so that
other moms and busy residents
can get a tasty home-cooked
meal without having to break
out the pots and pans on Friday
night. That’s pretty cool. We
want more.
The boot stays
How much Italian food can one city handle? Seriously. There’s a pasta purveyor at every corner. A red,
white and green flag flying from every other doorway. Shanghai is awash in a sea of red sauce, an onslaught of authentic pizza dough, an assault of antipasti. And they keep coming. Mammamia (owned by
the group behind high-end Italian joint Capo and awesome pizza spot Matto) will bring homey fare to the
Superbrand Mall. There’s a lasagna eatery opening below The Public on Xiangyang. We love a great bowl
of fusilli as much as the next guy, but come on!
Natural fusion
Without leaning too heavily on that oh-so-90s buzzword, we’re
hoping Chinese chefs will start to break out from under the
thumb of thousands of years of history. Don’t get us wrong,
perfecting those tremulous squares of hongshao rou and doubleboiling soup until it is clearer than the Caribbean Sea requires the
skills of a fine craftsman. And, at the other end of the scale, the
perfect risotto, terrine or pommes Anna is certainly a wonder to
behold.
But why do chefs have to choose to either stick to the book or
use all imported ingredients on their menu? It’s time to experiment – use local produce and traditions as a base and work
upwards. To an extent, guys like Austin Hu, Paul Pairet, Lam Ming
Kin (when he was still at Jean Georges) and Scott Melvin incorporate China-centric flavors into their West-leaning fare and highend Chinese restaurants like Whampoa Club, Y2C2 and Hai-Pai
regularly sneak a bit of French duck and caviar onto their menus.
But wouldn’t it be cool to do something really original – to break
from following the trends of other cities and make up our own?
We have the faith.
Trendy noodles
These lowly, flexible strands have long been a staple of budget diners
and tenacious foodies. But now, the noodle seems to be coming into
its own. Specialized spots have begun focusing on high end strands
of happiness in hip surroundings: from big name brands like the ramen at Ippudo to little upstarts like the new Crazy Noodle Café on
Wuyuan Lu (which we can’t vouch for, but it’s gaining in popularity).
As long as they can put their money where our mouths are, we’re
into it. We’re just waiting for the perfect pho.
Waffles at every meal
Has anyone noticed how you can get these at every Tom, Dick and
Harry cafe these days? What’s up with that? Not that we’re complaining – a Belgian-style waffle hot off the press is one of life’s great joys.
Strangely, we partially have the South Koreans to thank for this sudden
influx, as they’ve been gaga for these goods for a while now, and are
opening all sorts of spots on the Mainland. And now local joints are
following suit, as is Nom Nom Dessert Bar. These puffy finds come
slathered in everything from cheese sauce and burger patties to ice
cream. All we need now is someone to import maple syrup wholesale.
The 1920s
It’s not going away. Oh no.
Not ever. The theme may have
been given the bum rush in
New York City, but it’s still the
cat’s meow in the Pearl of the
Orient. For as long as flappers
are glamorous and party-goers
have a penchant for the age of
vice and sin, all of those bangles
and bobbles, that Art Deco and
old-timey jazz will dominate our
parties, our bars and our restaurants. Smoky speakeasies, specific glassware and Manhattans
rule the roost. Robert DeNiro is
banking on it. He figures it will
still be the bee’s knees when his
megalopolis Bund complex finishes in 2016. Isn’t that swell?
Pickled
things
Wishful thinking? Perhaps. But
we hope and pray all things
fermented and preserved will
come into fashion in a big way.
Sure, you can get your fill of
sour Chinese vegetables at
any wet market or restaurant,
but we want them in our cocktails and… sometimes… we’d
like them dill. Thanks to the
Shanghai Pickleback Co crew,
which turned an obscure and
oh-so-delicious dive bar/hipster
New York City whiskey shot into
a Shanghai cult, we think cukes
will be cool again. Plus, bottled
cornichons from Germany are so
expensive. Where oh where to
get our fix?
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NEW RESTAURANT
Menya Musashi
A bowl contender
Elliot deBruyn
By Monica Liau
We're in a tangle over this bowl of ramen
I
t is rare when a single mall
plays host to two ramen
powerhouses, each with its
own illustrious name and noodle slinging technique. In the
basement of the IAPM, the wildly popular, red-lacquered second branch of Ippudo draws in
crazed masses. However, Menya
Musashi upstairs is quietly building up a fanbase of its own. The
space is small in stature, but
may prove a viable challenger in
the fight for Shanghai’s stomach.
Named, rather grandly, after
legendary samurai Miyamoto
Musashi – renowned for
swordsmanship and the still
studied strategy manual Book
of Five Rings – his namesake
venue sees great success in
Japan (where it was originally
founded in Shinjuku in 1996)
and Singapore.
This first foray onto Mainland
territory is more demure than
its splashier competition downstairs. Little more than a long
open kitchen with bar seating
and five tables tucked into a
corner of the above-ground
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food court, there are no bells or
whistles beneath the fluorescent
lighting. Everything focuses on
the steamy ballet taking place
behind the counter, where lean,
lithe chefs twist and turn in infinite ramen motion.
It seems a simple enough
equation – noodle, broth and
toppings – but a good bowl requires balance and distinguishing detail. Menya is famed in
Japan for a porky soup so thick
it must be stirred constantly to
prevent burning. The resulting
concoction is of near-gelatinous
quality, silky on the tongue and
boasting the rumbling heft of
concentrated meat and smoke.
In a small stroke of genius, the
noodles have a unique shape
that takes advantage of this
hefty potage. Curlier, thicker
and boasting a slightly fluted
center, these tendrils have a
satisfying chew and effectively
maximize the amount of broth
clinging to surface area. Each
time the chopsticks hit the lips,
revel in the elastic noodle and
its brawny, ichorous coating.
We reveled in the
elastic noodle
and its brawny,
ichorous coating
Experience this meld in original
Shirobukotsu form (RMB4248) or the Akabukotsu version
(RMB45-49), which heats things
up with a splash of chili oil.
Kurobukotsu (RMB45-50) – an
addition of scallion and onion
oil – overwhelms the broth’s
subtle sweetness.
As for the roasted pork on top,
diners can choose three versions: marinated, sliced or BBQ
(Singapore and Japan get a
broader range). Sliced is weakest
by far – the dry, papery pieces
overwhelmed by its superior
counterparts. The BBQ rounds
are more up to the task of balancing the bowls, but we were
fondest of marinated pork. The
thick pieces come steeped in
a subtle concoction of soy and
anise, interacting well with the
perfect soft-boiled egg, scallion
and greens.
The bowls are of manageable
size, so it is likely one has room
for a petite side dish. Skip the
forgettable dumplings (RMB18)
– they are just filler – and
chicken wings (RMB22), battered
by an overly enthusiastic hand.
Head instead towards sesame
spinach (RMB15): sweetly nutty,
tart and laced with veins of
nostril-clearing wasabi. Also
luscious is marinated flatfish
(RMB30), the succulent, flaky
flesh topped with crisp skin,
charred with a blowtorch.
But it is really the noodles that
will delight diners in need of
heartening meals to chase chills
from their bones. The atmosphere may be less festive than
Ippudo, but Menya’s offerings
are more than up to the task of
bolstering our soul.
// L5-509, IAPM Mall, Huaihai Zhong Lu, by
Shaanxi Nan Lu淮海中路999号环贸广场L5509, 近陕西南路 (6495 0207)
Shirokuma 
Currying favor
By monica liau
Hailing from Hokkaido, founder
Take Rokusuke first made his
name in 1996 with Mutsumiya,
a ramen joint so popular that an
instant noodle flavor was named
after it. Take then moved on to
curry, and has opened branches
in Japan and Hong Kong.
This marks his second spot in
Shanghai, but his first foray outside the Japan-focused area of
Hongqiao.
The name, perplexingly, translates to polar bear – Take said
he wanted diners to love his
curry as much as they love polar
bears – but Shirokuma is about
sustaining diners who have
been numbed by the cold. Curry
was originally brought to Japan
via the British Army in 1882,
and so is milder and sweeter
than its South Asian counterparts – drawing flavor from a
roux of butter, flour and curry
powder, plus good soup stock.
Shirokuma’s version is silky and
subtle – fast food elevated to
the sublime, scented with garam
masala and a whiff of cinnamon.
The menu is slightly confusing,
as your curry base can come
as conventional or outlandish
as you like – and everything
looks like rather similar goop.
Attractive, this particular food
group is not. The house special is a double-decker hamburger steak with cheese sauce
(RMB55). It sounds like food for
some picky child, but the sloppy
edifice is actually a great guilty
pleasure: a messy construction of two savory patties, mild
cream sauce and curry over rice.
However, our traditional sentiments had us leaning towards
classic vegetable curry (RMB23),
topped with a deep fried pork
chop (RMB18) with a light panko
crust and thin, juicy center.
Round out the meal with a bowl
of cold, slow roasted eggplant
salad (RMB15) in light soy or
refreshing cold tofu with sesame
dressing (RMB15).
There is a story that Take
opened Shirokuma because
one customer, enthralled by the
tantalizing fragrances of the
staff’s curry meal, demanded a
taste and was so impressed, he
Elliot deBruyn
J
ust around the corner
from the cumulous formations steaming from
Menya Musashi’s open kitchen,
Shirokuma doles out umber
bowls of curry, the ultimate
comfort food from the land of
the rising sun.
spread the word that ‘off the
menu’ curry was worth a bite
– and many diners were wont
to agree. In a country where
this masala-scented stew is considered the national dish and,
according to state statistics, is
eaten every four days by the
average person, this is an accomplishment indeed. We’re
just pleased to be a part of the
trend.
// L5-512, IAPM Mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu,
by Shaanxi Nan Lu 淮海中路999号环贸广场
L5-512号, 近陕西南路
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NEW RESTAURANT
Ji Er
A phosphorous feast
By Tongfei Zhang
Diving into the wonders of the fishy
deep with swarms of jellyfish and deep
fried cuttlefish
Although a newcomer to the
not-so-busy Shanghai Plaza, Ji Er
seems to have already become
a darling amongst fastidious
Shanghainese diners, thanks to
the novel furnishings by British
designer Ian Douglas and interesting fusion food. Giving itself
a self depreciating name that
translates to “extremely silly,”
the restaurant hopes to offer
diners a relaxing experience. It’s
the same reason they’ve introduced the lava lamp-like marine
life – the owners feel their languorous movements calm people down and help relieve stress.
It’s quite a pleasure to unwind in
such a light-hearted, fairy land
environment and the imaginative fusion of Cantonese cooking
and Ningbo-style seafood com74
ing from the kitchen just makes
things even better.
Traditional secret recipe cuttlefish (RMB68) sees the seafood
first completely dusted in garlic
powder, before being fried
inside a custard powder crust.
This gives the outside a light,
non-greasy crunch and brilliant
golden color while the inside is
chewy and lightly seasoned. Dip
the pieces into the spicy sauce
that comes along to give a jolt
to your taste buds.
While the heavy, sweet flavors
may make some people mistake
the popular pineapple sweet
and sour pork (RMB65) for a
local specialty, experienced
Chef Yuan, who has dedicated
his career to Cantonese dishes,
explains that it is originally from
Guangdong. Instead of using
the heavy sauces often found
in Shanghai, he makes the dish
at Ji Er using a more authentic
glaze of hawthorn, tomato
and Japanese rice vinegar. This
brings just the right amount of
sweetness and highlights the
meat’s original flavor.
The seemingly simple shrimp
with egg white and crab roe
Elliot deBruyn
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f fine cuisine isn’t a good
enough way to draw you to
a dinner table, consider dining by aquarium light. Boasting
two large glass tanks where
thousands of luminous jellyfish
swim in ethereal splendor, Ji Er,
a creative dining zone owned
by hydroponic restaurant Urban
Harvest, is ready to welcome
stressed customers into the
wide blue yonder.
Owners feel the jellyfishes' languorous
movements calm people down
(RMB58) proves a true treat.
Gently stir-fried egg white mixed
with milk is surprisingly tender
and creamy. When enfolded
around big, peeled shrimps and
bursting pops of crab roe, the
result is so delicate that you’ll
feel like you’ve reached seafood
heaven.
Cooperating with an organic
farm in Qingpu, a rotating list
of in-season vegetables are
delivered daily to ensure freshness. Deep-fried eggplant and
fried conpoy in egg white sauce
(RMB48) might not have reached
our expectation, but we think
our taste for the heavily-spiced
and oily eggplant dishes found
in other eateries is to blame.
Light and plain, with a scattering
of crab meat and conpoy, this is
a simple homage to nutritious
and healthy Cantonese cooking.
Round out the meal with an order of thin-skinned, homemade
steamed dumplings (RMB28/
four) packed with sweet shrimp
and shredded bamboo shoots,
or choose from an array of traditional Cantonese soups, all
boiled for more than six hours.
Thanks to the food and otherworldly glow of roving jellyfish,
we see this becoming another
hotspot making waves on the
dining horizon.
// 403, 4/F Shanghai Plaza, 138 Huaihai Zhong
Lu, by Pu’an Lu 淮海中路138号上海广场4楼
403, 近普安路 (5386 2632)
OYAKITORI
stickING IT TO Us
BY LAUREN HOGAN
The team behind Sushi’O has
fired up the grill and stepped
into a new realm of Japanese
cuisine, two doors down from
their reasonably-priced raw fish
establishment on Yanping. At
Oyakitori, you’ll find an affordable nine pages of skewers featuring classic bites like chicken
wings and sticks with sass like a
blue cheese pancake.
Ranging in price from RMB5-9
for veggies to RMB58 for grilled
black cod, expect bite-size portions. If you plan to share (and
you should) many come two
or three to a stick, but others
– like the lonely grilled scallop
(RMB18) – are served singularly
and hardly warrant division. Plan
on ordering a handful. To leave
full, add a warm bowl of udon
with beef (RMB45) – the same
recipe as their sister establish-
ment – or a salad to the tab.
Straightforward skewers – potatoes, eggplant, mushrooms
– are a bit plain and need a
little extra sauce oomph. The
chicken fillet (RMB12) was a
hit, but spongy chicken meatball (RMB15) was just barely
salvaged by a slathering of
teriyaki sauce. Grilled pork with
ginger sauce (RMB18) is dry and
lacked punch, but cheese on a
stick (RMB15-18), the options
being camembert, blue cheese
pancakes and mozzarella, are all
winners. We didn’t luck out with
everything, but for the price, it
was fun to be able to taste-test
loads.
Maybe it was the cold, but despite being one of only three
tables of customers, service was
sluggish and we had to repeat-
edly ask for table settings and
drinks. Beverage choices in the
restaurant range from a tasteful
selection of wines to traditional
Japanese favorites – Asahi, sake,
etc. Enjoy those for the daily
buy-one-get-one-free happy
hour from 6-8pm, then head
upstairs where you’ll find a
spacious second room with an
outside terrace under the name
OCocktail. Here Yao Lu, formerly
of the Alchemist and The Public,
has created a menu of specialty
cocktails (RMB50-70). Post BBQ
bash, we could easily see ourselves spending a few more
hours up here.
// 167 Yanping Lu, by Wuding Lu 延平路167
号, 近武定路 (6236 2619)
Archie B’s
Wet, hot American mess
BY Jamie Barys
I
n 2003, Archie B’s original
location in Hong Kong was
named Best New York-style
Deli in Asia by TIME. A lot has
changed over the past 10 years,
and it’s hard to tell whether the
sandwich spot benefited from
low expectations or if their
standards headed south (the HK
shop is now closed). Whatever
the case, their new Shanghai location is nowhere near the best
in the city, much less the continent – despite them still touting
that original accolade.
Take the signature Archie’s pastrami melt (RMB88). Chef Adam
Levin (from Shanghai Slims)
used to import the cured meat
from famed Katz’s Delicatessen
at his HK outlet. Now it’s made
in-house. We’re all about local,
but when the meat tastes like a
salt lick, we’re pro-outsourcing.
A meatball sub (RMB68) is
hardly better. At first glance
the massive meatballs look
mouthwatering, but the spheres
The pickle spear is as flaccid as
its flavor profile. Fries (RMB35)
arrive a sickly shade of alabaster
– although the helpful wait staff
apologized and comped them
on our final bill.
Since the menu claimed it
was made by the “King of NY
Cheesecakes,” we tried the “classic” (RMB25) dessert. A jaundiced wedge arrived with berry
jam – it had more lemon than
all the cheesecakes we’ve had in
the five boroughs put together.
are mostly filler and watery
marinara sauce adds nothing.
Muffuletta (RMB88), piled with
meat, cheese and veggies, is
overpowered by a layer of green
olive tapenade; the only way to
enjoy it is in deconstruction.
Redemption comes in form of a
Philly cheesesteak (RMB88). The
thick layer of melted provolone
over thinly-sliced ribeye, grilled
onions and peppers is appro-
priately greasy and delightfully
gooey. And we’re pleased to see
they’re serving Spread the Bagel
with schmear (RMB48) and lox
(RMB55) – it will be hard to
mess that up.
Sides that come with each sandwich are no better than those
served at a church picnic. Bland
is too complimentary an adjective for both the potato salad
and mayo-clogged coleslaw.
To say Archie B’s needs work
is an understatement. More
appropriate might be a time
machine to take it back to an era
when expats satisfied nostalgic
cravings at Carrefour’s limited
import section. If you want to
compete in Shanghai’s cutthroat
industry, you need more than
A&W cream soda to do it.
// 1/F, Superbrand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by
Fucheng Lu 陆家嘴西路正大广场1楼, 近福
城路 (5881 5899)
November 2013 // www.thatsmags.com
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on the grill
Bellavista
Wooing a room with Italian charm
By Monica Liau
“He says the cod is delicious!”
shouts his pint-sized interpreter,
whose cheeks are rosy from the
rapidly growing line of drinks.
“He would like some more
please!”
Photographer legen
Oliviero Toscani
A
t age 72, Vittorio Moretti
moves with the assurance of someone who
has seen success, resting his
thick fingers on his expansive
belly, then spreading them
in indulgent gestures when
he talks. In his home town of
Franciacorta, Italy, Moretti is
kind of a big deal.
The son of a construction manager, the entrepreneur went on
to make millions in a plethora
of industries: prefabrication
housing, a shipyard that constructs luxury yachts, designer
resorts, four wineries and two
Michelin-starred restaurants –
one of which, L’Andana, is the
only restaurant in Italy presided
over by renowned French chef,
Alain Ducasse. Even wedged
into a back seat at Jesse’s
Shanghainese Restaurant at an
over-the-top media luncheon,
Moretti has gravitas.
In town last month to promote
his main wine brand, Bellavista,
Moretti’s trip took him through
Hong Kong, Chengdu and finally
Shanghai. Photographer Oliviero
Toscani was in tow, not only to
document the experience, but
also as Moretti’s moral support.
Friends for more than 10 years,
the septuagenarians met when
Toscani was hired to help with
promotional materials. The two
have been together since.
Most famous for controversial
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Italian entr
epre
Vittorio Morneur
etti
d
United Colors of Benetton
campaigns, the influential shutterbug has worked with powerhouses like Esprit, Chanel, Vogue
and GQ. But in front of the lazy
Susan, laden with stewed bamboo and stinky tofu, he acts like
no more than a happy tourist
in red-rimmed hipster glasses,
snapping away with a pointand-shoot Canon and shouting
advice over the din of a packed
room.
The lunch is meant to showcase
how Italian wines – specifically
Bellavista’s range of bubbles –
complement Shanghainese cuisine, and can make for a grand
meeting of the United Nations in
our mouths. We power through
22 dishes and nine different
Bellavista wines. An opera singer, erhu and keyboard player all
make various melodic interruptions into this four-hour meal of
rapidly escalating merriment.
Toasts are made and marketing
people make their rounds, touting the lovely way a seductive
Gran Cuvee Pas Opere 2006 complements those sweet-fleshed
hairy crabs, or the Cuvee Brut
goes a treat with crispy carp.
Moretti, who does not speak
English and is not comfortable
using chopsticks, is having the
time of his life.
An opera singer, erhu and keyboard
player all make various melodic
interruptions into this four hour meal
It’s no secret that, despite an
import tax of 48 percent, a
crowded market and trade spats
with the European Union, more
and more producers and companies are pouring into the Middle
Kingdom, looking to seduce
with their grapey wares. Winery
owners see the rapidly maturing Chinese market as the Holy
Grail and they come in droves
on whirlwind tours through the
country – small-time vintners
from Napa Valley and mega
producers who supply the likes
of Marks and Spencer all made
their way through our fair city
last year.
However, not all can succeed,
and the competition is fierce.
While French wines are starting
to slightly wane in popularity,
the price points of New World
wines, from the likes of Chile
and Australia, are quickly eating
up the market, while smaller,
boutique brands like Bellavista
need to really make their case
both in the luxury and middlepriced market. Moretti must
prove his wine’s quality and give
it drama and a storyline.
Somewhere between the deep
fried shrimp with pickled vegetables and crystal noodles with
crab paste, Moretti is ready for
his show. Out comes a limited
edition bottle of Teatro Alla
Scala 2013 and a butcher’s knife.
With the grace of a surgeon,
he neatly hits the bottle on two
sides, metal on glass, before
sending the cork flying across
the room with a twist of his arm,
foam seething from the green
glass.
He looks around and Toscani
claps his hands vigorously with
the rest of the dining crowd. As
Moretti takes his seat, Toscani
leans over and yells, “We focus
too much on the Italian chefs in
China right now… this is the way
to succeed, we must market to
the Chinese. That is the way of
the future.”
the find
Home in the Grasslands
Mutton with real chops
By Monica Liau
Eliot deBruyn
T
here are few instances
in which we imagine the
words ‘themed restaurant’
and ‘tasteful’ go hand in hand,
especially when you throw
yurts and dancing into the mix.
Waiting in a rather grungy
back alley south of Xujiahui for
a wheezing elevator to carry
us to Home in the Grasslands
Mongolian Restaurant on the
fourth floor, we had visions of
gilded ceilings and driving pseudo-ethnic techno beats.
Then the metal doors shuddered
open onto a scene of warm light
flickering across a richly-colored
mural of flat-faced Mongolian
elites around a dining table. An
attractive native of Ordos greeted
us in butter yellow garb, leading us through a warm, planked
interior to a table decorated
with heavy cerulean plates and
wooden bowls and spoons.
Aside from a few concessions to
Shanghai palates (a smattering
of sweet dishes) and kitschy expectations (scruffy stuffed-animal
lambs), this restaurant group
takes pride in touting the authenticity of their ingredients. At this
second Shanghai location (the
other is farther afield) you’ll find
nary a speck of rice – but lots of
wheat, potato and buckwheat.
Surrender to the stodge. An iron
plate of sizzling potato starch
noodles* (察哈尔铁板土豆粉,
RMB28/38) is simple, chewy filler
liberally spiced with black pepper. Close-grained baked milk
You’ll find nary a speck of rice – but
lots of wheat, potato and buckwheat.
Surrender to the stodge.
buns (烤乳馍, RMB8) – lighter
than those in Xinjiang but with
more substance than eastern
renditions – are the perfect accompaniment to a side of sweet,
tart homemade yogurt, or one
of the many meat dishes that will
populate your table.
If you must, a cold salad of
golden needle mushrooms and
desert scallions (沙葱金针菇,
RMB22) helps lighten the load.
Skip the very traditional bowl
of buckwheat with yak butter
(RMB28). It’s tasteless and grainy
– one of those fuel-laden nomadic foods that don’t translate
at the dining table.
Mutton, which the restaurant
sources from the grasslands of
Xilin Gol, takes up much of the
menu: from funky headcheese
to grilled trotters and everything
in between. Gamey, generous
skewers (极品羊肉, RMB4/skewer)
come cooked over a smoky fire,
lightly dusted in fiery spice and
punctuated by crisp bits of fat.
Mutton stuffed flatbread is fried
into greasy, oniony little packets (
蒙古馅饼, RMB10).
Our favorite is a stew of lamb
spine (麻辣羊蝎子, RMB78), slow-
cooked to brooding with numbing huajiao pepper and chilies. It
takes work and patience to free
each nugget of tender, fragrant
meat, but the labor proves worthwhile. Aside from the ubiquitous
sheep, beef knuckle and soybean
stew (牛窝骨煨黄豆, RMB88) is
another winter warmer – unctuous tendon swimming in a concentrated tomato and meat broth.
Then, of course, there is the
dairy, drawn from a variety of
animals’ milk. We passed on a
dried cheese platter (RMB78) to
opt for a dessert of sweetened
yogurt and cheese curds baked
with tapioca in a ramekin (额吉,
RMB8). Sticky and rich, it is like
eating a creme brulee pudding
created by some particularly
hearty, wild chef.
We felt obligated to order butter
tea (额吉奶茶, RMB38) in pretty
pewter pots, but the sweet drink
always smells a bit like animal
to us and is not our cuppa – but
may be yours.
The highlight of the dining room
undoubtedly lies outside on the
balcony, where eight pretty blue
and white yurts, well-heated
and filled with yellow light,
serve as private rooms. Grab a
group of eight and reserve one
for a lively evening of meat and
merriment.
// 4/F, 214 Tianyaoqiao Lu, by Nandan Dong Lu
天钥桥路214号哈尼美食广场4楼, 近南丹
东路 (6417 7277) *Picture menu with sporadic
English
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New cafe
Stayreal Cafe
Creative consumerism
I
t’s not the first celebrity cafe
to come into town, but it is
certainly one of the most
popular. Co-founded by famed
Taiwanese creative coffee master
Tung-Yuan Lin and prominent
Taiwanese pop band Mayday,
their first store on the Mainland
stays packed morning, noon and
night – with lines out the door
even in midweek.
Pass through the adjacent
Stayreal clothing store, a trendy
brand by the same owner, to
find this buzzy cafe and order
at the pink mini bus counter.
You’ll find a good variety of
lattes dominating the menu
along with typical additions
like Americanos (RMB28) or hot
chocolate (RMB40). Innovative
lychee liqueur latte (RMB48) involves a shot of alcohol while a
soymilk ice cream latte smoothie (RMB40) is more appropriate
for a sweet daytime treat. Don’t
miss the signature banana latte
(RMB42). Decorated with pretty
designs etched into the rich
layer of foam, the banana syrup
melds surprisingly well with the
bitter, milky base.
Cakes are RMB28-42 while waffles (RMB48-55) seem to have
become the cafe darlings. Either
strawberry or banana ones
come in toasted, hearty portions
topped with a big scoop of icecream. This is definitely not a
quiet place to come for coffee
and reflection, but it is a fun and
lighthearted corner for friends
to meet after shopping upstairs.
TFZ
// LG2-246, IAPM mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu,
by Shaanxi Nan Lu 淮海中路999号环贸广
场地下二楼LG2-246号, 近陕西南路 (5466
3011)
Monoceros
Exuding singular charm
M
onoceros (which
means unicorn in
Greek) is darling and –
like its namesake creature – easy
to miss; it’s a quiet spot along
Xingguo Lu hidden behind ornate wooden doors that proves
the perfect place to keep warm
during wintertime months.
Situated in a lane house with
a small front courtyard, the
spacious room features high
ceilings, five comfortable tables
and floor-to-ceiling windows
that let in natural light (but
insulate against cold breezes).
The Shanghainese owner makes
this spot more homely with
accents like old magazines, an
oversized teddy bear and clever
art. She also likes to hand out
surprises. Last month, diners got
to pick handmade ornaments
off of a Christmas tree; inside,
were notes marking a surprise
discount off of your bill.
As for drinks, the friendly staff
whips up a short list of wellmade Illy coffees. Espressos
start at RMB26 and prices climb
to RMB42 for the ‘Crispy Latte,’
a house special that features
a bruleed crown. They also offer glass pots of tea (RMB38).
Snacks include a rotating list of
homemade desserts, like crispy
tiramisu (RMB32) – the owners
really like blowtorching things –
and standard sandwiches. Claim
a table and take advantage of
the strong WiFi – this is the kind
of place that could become your
office away from home. ML
// No. 1, 318 Xingguo Lu, by Tai’an Lu 兴国路
318号1室, 近泰安路
Cafe Lugo
A world of freshness
J
oining the likes of brand giants Starbucks and HaagenDazs at the Super Brand
Mall, Cafe Lugo has certainly
made a splash in this citadel
to consumerism. Opening its
third branch in the city and
slowly edging its way towards
Shanghai’s center (the other two
are in Zhabei and the depths of
New Pudong), this Italian café
makes its name with fresh roasted coffee, hearty food portions
and a lovely environment.
Just venturing in might make
you feel a little festive. The
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whole space is decorated like
a caffeine wonderland, with
colorful lighting, bean buckets
and vintage grinders. Even the
chandeliers, made of glittering
silver spoons, are fun. Coffee
beans are roasted in-house using Brazilian Arabica beans, and
you get a standard range of coffee (RMB19-34), from Americano
to Macchiato. They also have
coffee-free sips, such as green
tea lattes (RMB31/small-RMB37/
large) and royal milk tea
(RMB23/small-RMB29/large).
Pretty waffles are another hot
commodity. One comes topped
with melted cheese and fresh
vegetables (RMB29) while the
massive family waffle (RMB99)
boasts a cheerful topping of
fruit, ice-cream, chocolate sauce
and whipped cream on top of
12 pieces. We suggest sharing.
Fresh sandwiches (RMB21-59),
on rye toast or baguette, are
also great for hungry lunchers
in the area looking for a fuel-up.
TFZ
// GF28-29, Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu,
by Fucheng Lu 陆家嘴西路168号正大广场1
楼GF28-29, 近富城路 (6891 1927)
toaster box
BRITISH BAKE-UP
Cambridge burnt cream
By James Stockdale
Have a cracking good time with this luscious, easy-to-do dessert
F
ew things give me more
satisfaction than cracking the top of Cambridge
burnt cream. In an almost clinical routine, I like to gently tap
the caramelized topping with
the underside of my spoon (to
make a satisfying ‘knock knock’)
before taking a plunge through
the glass-like top with an almighty snap to discover smooth
custard hiding below.
fridge and caramelize the tops
before serving.
Despite living a dual life under
the moniker crème brûlée,
Cambridge burnt cream is as
British as it gets*. It was first
served at Trinity College (in
Cambridge), with a branding
iron used to burn a college crest
into the sugared surface.
Serves 4
After an hour, return cream to
the hob and heat again until
simmering. As it cooks, place
egg yolks in a heatproof bowl
with sugar and stir until combined and lighter in color.
• 400 ml cream
• 4 egg yolks
• 1 vanilla pod
• 1 cinnamon stick
• Zest of one large orange
• 60 g white sugar
• Additional white sugar to finish
Pour a little hot cream into the
egg mix whilst continually stirring – don’t add too much, or
you’ll have scrambled eggs!
Continue until all cream is
added, then strain through a
sieve to remove orange zest, cinnamon and vanilla pod skin.
Preheat oven to 150 degrees
Celsius and have ready four 4x9
cm diameter ramekins and a
baking tin.
Pour custard into the ramekins
and place in baking tin. Gently
pour cold water into the tin
until it reaches two thirds the
ramekins’ height. Carefully place
in oven.
While I’m not suggesting trawling Taobao for branding irons,
a blow torch makes a world
of difference… that was my
excuse for buying one anyway!
This recipe adds a little winter
warmth through orange zest
and cinnamon. Make a day in
advance, just keep them in the
*noted with a slight childish
satisfaction
Cinnamon & orange
Cambridge burnt
cream
Slice vanilla pod down the middle, scraping out seeds. Add
seeds, empty pods, cinnamon,
orange zest and cream to a
saucepan. Place on a hob and
heat gently while stirring. Once
it begins to simmer, remove
from heat and set aside to cool
and let flavors infuse.
Cook for around 35 minutes,
or until custard sets (there
should be a slight wobble when
nudged). Once out of the oven,
remove hot ramekins from the
tray and cool to room temperature. Place in an airtight box in
the fridge to chill.
To make the topping, evenly
sprinkle one teaspoon of sugar
over the top of each ramekin
and use a blow torch to caramelize. If you weren’t lucky enough
to receive a blow torch from
Santa, place ramekins in top rack
of your toaster oven and set
to broil (you will need to place
them in the fridge for 30 minutes afterwards to cool down).
Serve once the topping has
cooled either as an after-dinner
dessert or as a sweet snack on
the sofa while watching the latest series of Downton Abbey!
// The British Kitchen is a Shanghai-based
company selling tasty and honestly-made
British goods for an affordable price. Questions
or recipe requests? Visit thebritishkitchen.co.
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NEW bar
1515 West Bar
Sips with major swagger
A
cross from the Jing’an
Shangri-La’s fine dining
steakhouse, the swank
1515 West bar is a beauty
to behold. There’s intimate
plush seating, sunken leather
banquettes by floor-to-ceiling
windows and a stunning bar,
behind which mix-master Dario
Gentile crafts his wares.
A bar consultant behind big
names around town, Gentile
lends his touch to an in-depth
drink list, with a focus on whiskies and bourbons. You’ll spend
a pretty penny (plus an extra 15
percent), but you’ll get meticulous care. In addition to classics,
peruse signatures built around
1515 West bourbon (a label
made for the Shangri-La). You’ll
find this sweet, smoky concoction mixed with surprising ingredients, from apricot brandy
in the Bardstown Sour (RMB88)
to high falutin’ peach liquor and
prosecco in the Bourbon and
Bubbles (RMB108). Departing
from grain, Jing’an Delight
(RMB88) is an tropical muddle of
white rum, Golden Falernum (a
rum-based liqueur), pineapple
juice and pomegranate syrup.
For something retro, order an
Adonis (RMB108). This tipple,
served on Broadway in 1884, is
a bitter mix of fino sherry, sweet
vermouth, Americano Cocchi
and orange bitters. A short list
of eats, like onion rings (RMB38)
and, of course, a wagyu steak
sandwich (RMB108), is also available. It’s all meant to make one
feel like the elite from another
era, and would be a good place
to bring guests to impress. ML
// 4/F, Jing’an Shangri-La, 1218 Yan’an Zhong
Lu, by Tongren Lu 延安中路1218号静安香
格里拉4楼, 近铜仁路（2203 8889）
10 Corso Como Lounge
Designer drinks
D
epartment stores aren’t
the logical choice when
you’re searching for an
atmospheric bar with well-made
tipples, but 10 Corso Como
proves an exception. Tucked up
on the fifth floor, this design
powerhouse has put together
a spot that wows with both its
soaring ceilings and full-length
windows and its intimate, almost reverent atmosphere.
The drink list showcases creative takes on common cocktails
(RMB78-98). A sake sunrise
(RMB88), with fresh orange juice
and a touch of grenadine, is
dangerously easy to glug. The
Manhattan (RMB88) is less coy
about its alcohol content – a
potent mix of Makers Mark, vermouth and, in place of the typical cherries, a touch of cherry
liqeur and port. It’s unique, but
delivers that delicious bite we
love. As for seasonal sips, hot
toddies (RMB88) are an elaborate concoction of orange peel
studded with cloves, lemon, a
cinnamon stick singed with a
blow torch and honey – plus a
double dose of the good stuff.
Order one pronto and lounge in
the infinitely comfortable purple
bar chairs. They belong in a
show room, but mold perfectly
to the curves of one’s back,
both supporting and easing our
after-work bones. In the building across the way, there’s a gym
full of frantically cycling maniacs
sweating out those Shanghai
toxins – we watch them with a
sense of satisfaction from the
comfort of our swizzle seats. ML
// 5/F, 10 Corso Como, 1717 Nanjing Xi Lu, by
Huashan Lu 南京西路1717号会德丰广场北
苑, 近华山路 (6286 1018)
LOUNGE 29
The perfect way to kick back
Q
uietly opened for a couple of months, this cozy
bar is a good place for
after-work drinks or a preamble
to the real nightlife proceedings.
Set on the hushed edge of the
Fahuazhen and Dingxi Lu scene,
the owners have given their
baby a little bit of a confused
identity, but their hearts (and
prices) are in the right place.
The short list of drinks – which
involve standards like a gin and
tonic (RMB35) and very pink
Cosmopolitans (RMB42) – pack a
80
wallop of booze. Our Cuba Libre
(RMB42) must have been poured
at a 50/50 rum-to-coke ratio
(we’re not complaining, mind
you). Mojitos (RMB42) are a particular point of pride, the bartender spending minutes laboriously pounding mint before presenting your concoction, piled
with crushed ice and served in
appropriate silver glassware. It
may not be perfectly balanced,
but it still goes down a treat.
look like cardboard), pasta,
afternoon tea and what appears
to be a straight-up take of Paul
Pairet’s lemon lemon dessert. As
for the abstract aqua paintings
on the wall and indigo lighting,
we can only really guess at that
design choice. But the portions
are big, the seats comfortable
and the management incredibly
friendly, making this the kind of
neighborhood spot we welcome
with open arms. ML
The food list is less straightforward, as they have pizzas (that
// 29 Pingwu Lu, by Panyu Lu 平武路29号,近
番禺路 (6114 0801)
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Cozy happy hours
Cuddle up with cheap drinks
By Monica Liau
It’s weather like this that makes us want to snuggle up somewhere warm with a nip to get our
blood moving. Here are some of our favorite places to chase the cold from our bones.
Magpie
Cocktail Bar
Cotton’s
Anting
El Coctel
Citizen Café
The Chalet
La Petanque
An oldie but goodie,
Cotton’s has comfy
sofas, crackling
wood fires, buyone-get-one-free
deals and a welcoming atmosphere.
Dark and luxe, sink
into a soft chair
and warm up with
a craft cocktail (full
price) and Fine
de Claire oysters
(selling for a song
at RMB10/piece).
Reserve ahead.
About as snug as
you can get, this
friendly staple
has an awesome
(and long-lasting)
deal for well-made
RMB35 cocktails.
// Daily, 5-9pm. 189 Yongkang
Lu, by Taiyuan Lu 永康路189
号, 近太原路 (6472 5985)
// Mon-Fri, 4-8pm. 132 Anting
Lu, by Jianguo Xi Lu 安亭路
132号, 近建国西路
//Daily, 5.30-8pm. 2/F, 47
Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu 永
福路47号, 近复兴西路
// Daily, 5pm-12.30am. 222
Jinxian Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu
进贤路222号,近陕西南路
// Daily, 3-9pm. 385 Yongjia
Lu, by Taiyuan Lu 永嘉路385
号,太原路（3401 0958）
// Daily, 4-8pm. 139 Tai’an
Lu, by Huashan Lu 泰安路
139号, 近华山路 (6281
4891)
It doesn’t get much
cushier than the
first floor of Citizen,
where two cocktails
are on special for
RMB45 each. It's a
rotating list but you
can bet you'll get
something good.
Curl up on a red
recliner in the back,
get yourself a drink
and pretend you’ve
just come in from
the Alps. RMB25
for house pours,
RMB30 for cocktails
and premium pours.
This Café des
Stagiaires offshoot
offers RMB10/pastis,
RMB15-30/beer and
RMB20/wine in a
bright room full of
overstuffed, mismatched furniture.
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community
local sport
The champions leagues
Nominees for the 2013 Sports Awards
BY THE HOGANATOR
We love our
Team of the year
sports, from
Hermit Crabs, Rugby Shanghai
traditional games
Azure Dragons,
like football to
This team
Underwater Hockey
consists
those newer to
of a great
the pitch (or pool
The two-year-old team has probably gained more media attraction
coach/playand coverage than any other swimming troupe in Shanghai. Starting
– underwater
er, Klaus
with two experienced players, the team now has 30 swimmers. With
Rogge,
hockey, we’re
an active network of international players, what was once weekly
and a solid
swimming sessions has turned into practice three days a week,
lookin’ at you).
group of
friendly matches with teams in Chengdu and Dalian and even their
players
But no matter
first international match in Manila.
that have
what your field
been with
the SRFC for quite a long time,
of play, our
Shanghai Dragons,
and in Shanghai, and that is
local sports
saying something! They’ve alTouch Rugby
ways fielded a great turnout of
community gives
This year, the Shanghai Dragons were
players for the Sino 10’s games.
the champions of FIT Asian Cup at
us something to
And while always competitive,
Kuala Lumpur (June 2013), champions
they’re also very sportsmen-like
look forward to
of Cities-3 Touch Series (Guangzhou,
no matter how the game turns
Shenzhen and Dongguan), champions of the Dongguan and Guangzhou
at the end of a
out. 
Leg/round, champions of SITT Master Division (Nov 2013), champions at the
long week. They
2013 Nanjing ITT (May 2013), and made it to the semi-final of the 2013 Hong
Lions, Football
Kong ITT (May 2013), as well as the final of the 2013 SITT mixed-division (Nov
keep us civilized
2013).
– sometimes –
on Friday nights
The Shanghai #1 Sons
and get the
Softball Team, Softball
blood pumping
Climbing up from two second place wins in
on Saturdays…
2012, the Sons came back this year stronger
than before to dominate the entire Spring
which inevitably
Multi award winners, this year
and Fall softball seasons. They won the A
turn into Sundays. the Lions had the most successLeague season both times and fought their
ful season in their team’s history.
way to win the coveted Cakey Cup Championship to get their names placed
They’re our
Along with winning the SIFL cup,
on the Cup two more times.  
community, our
SIFL opening tourney, Xiamen
International tourney, Lions Cup and
friends and our
Shanghai Sirens ‘A’
Summer 7s, it was the first
family. So without Lions
time a team in amateur football in
Team, Gaelic football
Shanghai won both the SIFL and SPL
further ado,
Having already won the All China
league. They also won the internawe present the
Games in Beijing, this year the team
tional 7-a-side Phuket tournament
brought home the Asian Gaelic Games
and were the winners of the first
nominees for the
Ladies ‘A’ Cup from KL. For the first
Shanghai Veterans League.
Fourth Annual
time in club history, Shanghai made it
to the final, thrilling the 750-strong crowd, as they defeated the four-year deCamel and That's
fending champs. The Shanghai GAA was also awarded six Ladies All Stars and
Shanghai Sports
Team World (HNIS),
the Ladies MVP of the tournament – the result of extraordinary teamwork,
courage and determination.
Personality of
Ice Hockey
the Year Awards
The massive underdogs, Team World were expected to be at a major disad– vote for them,
vantage in terms of talent and experience – things turned especially bleak
right now, at
when the starting goalie couldn’t make it in time. But, led by Captain Brian
Wallace and Coach Kevin Martini, the team came out with a fire in their belly.
awards.thatsmags.
Going into the third period ahead 3-0, they held on for the victory with the
com/vote/sport.
strength of new starting goalie Shinsuke Mitsuhashi.
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Coach of the year
Best Newcomer
Aurelie Desjardins, Underwater Hockey
Alice Chong,
Underwater Hockey
Jussara Bierman,
Gaelic football
Serious, clear-minded, friendly
and one who gets things done,
after five years with a team
in New Jersey, Alice came to
Shanghai and founded the
Azure Dragons – the only underwater team in town and third in
China. Two years later, she is still
at the practices, advising swimmers on how to improve and at
the end of each training session
asking: “What was good, what
was bad and what was interesting?”
Arriving 18 months ago, Jussara has
had a huge impact on the ladies
team. Through her tactical awareness and detailed knowledge of her
players, she has transformed the
relatively inexperienced group into
an exceptionally talented and passionate team. A brilliant player herself, Jussara has coached Shanghai
Sirens ‘A’ Team to win not only the
All-China Games but also the Asian
Gaelic Games in KL – a feat they’ve
never before come close to achieving.
Chris Xiong,
Boxing
Paul Fewtrell,
Touch Rugby
Loved unanimously by all the
students at Golden Gloves
Boxing Gym, Chris has coached
more than 500 men and women
throughout the last few years.
There is no other coach as
caring or personable when it
comes to managing the development of his students. 
A member of the Shanghai Touch
Association coach team, Paul has
been a training leader for the
Dragons and Baby Dragons teams.
Along with holding the title of training program designer, Paul has also
coached the Shanghai Touch League
team, The Devils. He is a strong
leader both on and off the field.
Jimmy Kinsmen,
Rugby
Keith Mitchell, Ice
Hockey
Jim has taken over as coach
for the Jenny Crabs and turned
them into a united team of
women, bigger turnouts from
the Jenny’s player base than
the squad’s ever seen before.
Coaching them in 7s rugby, he
even had the team competing
against some of China’s national
teams. He has brought a new
feel and look to the team. 
At the start of the 2012-2013
season Keith took over the captaincy/coaching role for the Chiefs,
promptly changed the name to the
Goaldiggers and instilled a new
identity of West Coast Canada good
times. Driven by a core of strong
players, Keith maximized their
potential and molded them into a
championship team as famous for
their post game bottle nights and
team barbecues as for their play on
the ice.
When Lily is not in the pool practicing new
drills, it’s not because she is hibernating at
home, it’s perhaps because she is climbing a
mountain, hiking, playing rugby or exploring
another sport in town. This French girl joined
the underwater hockey team in June, actively
participating in their second anniversary and
has been training ever since. Constantly improving weekly, at the end of every session
it’s guaranteed she’ll ask how she can improve her performance next time.
Harris Grant, Rugby
This Scotsman brings a whole new look
to Shanghai rugby; his rugby skill set
is an unbelievable asset to the team.
Harris moves the ball around the field
with an impressive ability, never appearing to be working that hard even
though he really is.
Heidi Johnson, Gaelic football
This Chicago native is a newcomer to
Shanghai GAA. A natural athlete, she
has consistently improved over the last
season. Playing in the winning Shanghai
Sirens ‘A’ team at the All China Games
and the Asian Gaelic Games, she was
instrumental in the defense line that
held champions Singapore scoreless.
A physical and instinctive player, Heidi
made outstanding and game-changing
saves and tackles, receiving an All-Star award, which only nine out of over
300 players receive. 
Mark Simon, Ice Hockey
Recently moved from Beijing, during the draft
Mark stepped up to become captain of a new
team created that morning. Coming in as an
unknown, he chose other unknowns and underperformers. Through hard work and positive attitude he’s turned them into a tight-knit group of
overachievers. Within the club, he has refereed,
organized games between club and local Chinese
players, helped organize the HNIS showcase game
and first international Shanghai tournament and
worked with kids’ hockey. He’s currently Director
of Hockey at the new Feiyang rink.
Shanghai Bike Polo
New to the Shanghai scene, the Bike
Polo team recently ventured to Taiwan
for an Asia-wide tournament involving
athletes from Hong Kong, China, Japan
and the US. The sport, which sees teams
of three battle each other in untapped
urban spaces – like ghost Expo sites
and basketball courts – for 10-minute
intensive sessions, is open to all. The
league is going well, giving more and
more enthusiasts the chance to practice regularly and participate in this new
proud community.
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community
Personality of the Year
Hockey Night in
Shanghai, Ice Hockey
Conrad Singh, Tennis
Last year, the president and
director of CETA Elite Training
Academy for 10 years directed
CETA to a number of achievements – currently there are 30+
high performance players training with ATP, WTA or ITF world
rankings, including the Number
1 ranked player for her age Xu
Xilin, who Conrad coached at
Wimbledon. He is a lecturer
for the ITF and the Australian,
Japanese and Mexican Tennis
Federations, among others,
has the highest tennis coaching degree and has successfully
coached many pros.
An event as a personality? Yes! The
night took on a personality of its
own. 1,500 fans cheered on Team
Canada and Team World, both fielding some of the Shanghai Hockey
Club’s best players. The atmosphere was electric as the teams battled
down to the wire, Canada returning from being down 3-0. Despite
pulling their goalie for the final minute, they couldn’t pot the game
tying goal, leaving the crowd buzzing from the exciting action and
craving more. 
John C Coughlan,
Water Polo
During his first five years in China,
John helped to create and organize the largest water polo club in
Asia. Nowadays the team, with a current mailing list of 200+, has
access to top facilities for practices at least four times a week. Along
with regional competitions, he also organizes the club’s participation
in international championships. Never before did expats here have
such a structure to play water polo and these lovers of the sport are
grateful to John for that.
Laurent Villemeur,
Touch Rugby 
Freddie Soh, Pool
Stephanie Pub Captain, Freddie
is the Captains Cup Champion of
the Shanghai 8 Ball Pool League.
Along with the trophy he is also
the overall Men’s Individual
Champ and secured the top individual record (9w-1L) for team
Shanghai at the InternationalAsian Expat Pool Challenge held
in Jakarta this September.
The Shanghai Touch association
development and event director
(SITT 2013: 48 teams/121 Games),
Laurent is the captain and coach
of the Lions Shanghai Touch League team and leader of the Shanghai
Dragons team (men and mixed). He’s organized competitions with
the China Touch Association, is part of the National Touch development programs under 18s, 14s and 12s and has introduced and run
touch programs in four Shanghai-based and international schools,
plus two local public schools. Lastly, he has independently founded
and established the new rugby and touch community – TRax Touch
Rugby.
Ling Teo, Gaelic football
A true personality on and off the field, New
Zealand native Ling has been an active member of the Shanghai Gaelic Football Club for
over a decade. Known for her permanent
smile, Ling’s unrelenting enthusiasm, positivity and willingness to help are inspiring. The
mother of two rarely misses training sessions,
playing in every tournament as a valuable
member of the team’s defense line. Ling’s passion for sport has made her a well-respected
member of the Shanghai sporting community.
Gino Dilibero,
Boxing
A big favorite in Shanghai,
whenever he boxes you can
always guarantee a coach-load
of people will follow him! He
has had six amateur bouts in
Shanghai and is undefeated in
all. On November 16, he boxed
professionally in Hangzhou on
the under card of a WBC World
Youth championship. If anyone
deserves such an award, it’s
Gino! 
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Paul Allen Gray, Pool
The president of Shanghai 8 Ball Pool League
since 2006, which has, since its founding,
amassed a total of 48 teams and three leagues
for a total of 650-plus members. Along with
organizing the Thursday night staple, he is also
a committee member of the Asia Expat Pool
Challenge, as well as the Team Shanghai manager.
Ryan Kealey, Aussie
Rules
Ryan’s on-and-off field performances have been major
contributions to team morale
in a very successful year for the
Tigers. At the Tigers Ladies day,
the ladies gave him their vote
for a shirt-off display, where he
won the “Ladies Day award”
(most attractive player). He also
won the “best off field performance on tour” with some real
morale-boosting antics during
the Tigers first ever international
tour win in Cambodia this year.
Sylvain Verly,
Underwater Hockey
Swimming
with the Azure
Dragons since
September
2012, Sylvain
won the MVP
award his first
year and is
always surprising the team with his ability to
understand the game and some
very memorable goals. Still a
young player to the sport, his
few months with the team have
given him several opportunities to practice as coach – when
the head coaches can’t make it,
Sylvain takes the lead, organizing drills, checking on players
and arranging matches.
Thibault Lpz, Rugby 
Lil T, as he’s known, has stepped
up this year to take the lead
on the pitch. He is the voice of
the team bringing constructive
criticism in the huddle and is
the all-seeing eye during game
time. A class act both on and
off the pitch, Lil T is a true teammate with his warm smile and
loud bark. 
Best International
Performance
Lifetime Achievement
Award
Azure Dragons Asian
UWH Championship,
Underwater Hockey
Brian Ohlrich,
Ice Hockey
A member of the Shanghai Hockey
Club Executive for four years now,
Brian’s given his time to help with
the growth and development of a
sport he didn’t even play until he arrived to Shanghai. Under his watch,
the club has grown from six to 10
teams, nearly doubling the number
of players. He’s been involved in
everything from treasurer to uniform designer to rink negotiator to
intern recruiter. At the same time
he’s almost learned how to skate
(including backwards).
For the first time, a ‘Chinese’ team
will be competing in Manila for
the 5th Annual Asian Underwater
Hockey Championship. Although
only two of the Azure Dragons are
originally from China, it’s the first
time the team will participate in
an international competition. The
youngest team at the Asians, they’re
confident their hard work and disciplined training will pay off.
Mark Christian
Ralph, Rugby
Cristian ‘Lulo’
Rudloff, Rugby
Club president and player, Ralphy
receives a nomination for setting up
the largest club event of the year –
Kowloon 10’s and HK 10’s.  The two
tournaments were scheduled back
to back and even though he helped
to organize he still managed to play
in them! The amount of time and
energy to prepare the club for this is
mind blowing, but Ralphy took the
pitch with all this work fresh on his
mind and still remained a valuable
asset to the team.
A ref, player, mentor and sportsmen, Lulo is one of the great assets to a club that anyone could
ever ask for. His commitment to
SRFC is greatly underrated; from
setting up tournament referees
to being a referee, formatting all
the playing times and passing
along his rugby knowledge to
anyone and everyone, Lulo does
it all. He is a true team player
and manager.
Matthew “Gator” Dickherber, Softball
Davey Hayes, Gaelic football
Gator’s personality and leadership on
the field brings teams together, but for
this nomination, his awards this year
speak for themselves: All Tournament
Team – PAC Wide Softball Tournament
Korea. (In this all-military tournament
Shanghai is the only civilian team out
of 40. Gator became the first civilian
to win All Tournament): 11 Home
Runs; 40 RBI’s; AVG .738 All Tournament Team – Southeast Asian (SEA) SlowPitch Softball Tournament Jakarta: 10 Home Runs; 32 RBI’s; AVG: .758. All
Tournament Team – Saigon International Softball Classic: 9 Home Runs; 27
RBI’s; AVG: .709. And made All Tourney in Bangkok too!
Dubliner and veteran Davey
Hayes has devoted much time
to the Shanghai Gaelic Football
Club. When not playing for the
men’s team, Davey can be found
on the training field coaching
new players. A decorated player,
his achievements include MVP
awards at the All China Games
(2007, 2008). In 2010 he became the first from the Shanghai club to
be awarded an All Star at the Asian Gaelic Games. He also serves as
North Asia Officer on the Executive Committee of the Asian County
Board, developing and promoting Gaelic games.
Rosie Land, Gaelic football
Jaime Andres Garcia, Underwater Hockey
From Auckland, where she started
playing three years ago, Rosie has
proven to be an exceptionally talented player. When the Shanghai
Sirens defeated their rivals,
Singapore, in the final of the Asian
Gaelic Games, this determined and
courageous player literally threw
herself in front of the goal in order
to hold the long-reigning champions scoreless. Throughout the tournament Rosie was the force behind an outstanding line of defense;
her raw talent and desire to win were clear to anyone watching.
Jaime started playing underwater hockey in
Bogota, taking a short break when he moved
to Italy. Arriving in Shanghai, he missed playing
so much that he co-started the Shanghai Azures
Dragons club. From designing a unique logo, taking care of sponsorships and raising money to buy
equipment, Jaime has done it all for the group.
Starting from two players to almost 30, his dedication and commitment is motivation for the rest of
the team. The Azures Dragons are very proud and
honored to have Jaime as a coach.
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community
tiger father
viva la resolution!
tiger father vows to change his stripes
BY Trevor Marshallsea
I
’ve never been one for
the annual round of selfimprovement pledges known
as New Year’s resolutions. I’ve
usually just stuck to one: If it
ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
sport and demanding my wife
acknowledge the toughness of
my ear hair.
Not get mad on any of the three
or four occasions my wife will
undoubtedly walk across the
front of the TV at a crucial moment during any given sport
match. I will say something nice.
But this year in the parallel universe that is Expatland, a freaky
celestial event is happening.
We get two New Year’s Days in
one month! As per usual, the
Western one is January 1, while
this year the Chinese iteration
falls on January 31.
If my memory of school serves
me, this could very well be
what’s called a Blue Moon. And
since that fits my schedule for
making New Year’s resolutions
exactly, I’ve turned over a new
leaf to vow not just one but a
whole bunch of them. These I
can use, as a father figure, to
make our family fulfill the slick
new motto I’ve decided for us:
Go like a well-oiled machine in
2014.
Feel free to cut them out and
put them on your fridge to
make yourselves better people
too. In fact, I’d recommend it.
Engage patiently and pleasantly
in all conversations, no matter
how inane. Even why the captain of the losing team didn’t
prepare a loser’s speech and
why teams always look “like
that” when they’re celebrating
on a podium.
I will not treat the kids to any more
three-hour lectures ‘On the importance
of David Bowie’ (unless faced with a
sudden outbreak of Justin Bieber)
This year I resolve to:
rule.
Stomp a full 10 paces away
from a problematic child before
screaming an obscenity, instead
of the usual two.
Listen and smile whenever one
of my children wants to play me
something on the recorder. And
say it sounds terrific. Every time.
And not fake my own death.
(This I vow even though our
house has entered into the state
of having not one but TWO
recorders, otherwise known as
‘Armageddon.’)
Tell the kids their new secret
language is “very creative and
clever” and not “a pain in the
ass for everyone around them.”
Believe my children when they
say that they are sick and cannot
go to school. I will not demand
to see evidence of a ruptured
organ or severed limb.
Not tell them “worse things
happen at sea” before launching into a gut-wrenching tale
of scurvy-ravaged sailors having
their heads blown off.
Stick as close as possible to the
three-second rule when forcing
one of my children to eat food
they have dropped. This replaces
the old three-minutes-and-whatabout-the-starving-kids-in-India
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Not merely stand there and
watch whenever my kids start
a physical fight, just to see who
wins.
No longer give the explanation
“because she’s my favorite”
whenever one child complains
of preferential treatment lavished on her sibling. Nor will I
say “because you’re my favorite,”
just to mess with her head.
Only engage in positive parenting and not try to motivate a
child with a threat. But if I do,
it will be a threat I can actually
carry out, and not “Eat the food
or I’m never giving you food
again,” which may or may not
have happened during one particularly desperate dinnertime.
Not treat the kids to any more
three-hour lectures with titles
like ‘On the importance of David
Bowie’ (unless faced with a sudden outbreak of Justin Bieber).
Engage patiently and pleasantly
in all conversations, no matter
how inane. Even why it makes
sense to go for a nap between
dinner and bath. Or whether it
is right to wear a tutu and chat
with friends at a soccer match.
In regard to their mother, I vow
to:
Keep the romance alive. In a
marriage beset by parenthood
I shall institute spontaneous
bouts of couple time. This will
only sometimes involve drinking
beer in the pub with my mates,
sitting on the couch watching
Not trot out the usual cliches
when asked “How do I look?”
before we go out, such as
“Alright, I suppose”, “Better than
nothing” or “No opinion.” I will
say something nice.
Listen when my wife is saying
words. And when given a list of
10 things to do I will not forget
any more than 10 of them.
Strictly limit all greenhouse and
personal gas emissions to occasions when they are really, really
funny or to when at least one of
us is asleep.
Accept that the following conditions may not be life threatening: 1. Meeting new people. 2.
Trying new things. 3. Going to
new places.
So there it is – a fairly comprehensive list, I’m sure you’d
agree.
Come to think of it, that’s a lot
of change for one man in one
year. I mean, my wife married
me for a reason, right? Maybe
I’d better procrastinate on it a bit
longer. We don’t want to throw
the baby out with the bathwater.
After all, “well-oiled machine”
also rhymes with 2015. And
2019.
// trevor marshallsea was a foreign correspondent in beijing in the 1990s and returned a decade later. this time around, he stays at home
to grow the kids. read more of his domestic
adventures at www.thetigerfather.com
health
Heartburn
Stop Acid Reflux This
Winter
BY Dr. Jian Ang
What is acid reflux? 
Acid reflux is a common occurrence that affects almost everyone. Fifteen percent of people
suffer from heartburn and/or
reflux at least once a week. It occurs when acid that is created in
the stomach to break down food
backs up into the esophagus.
If this happens too frequently,
it can cause problems with the
esophagus or even lead to lung
infections.
Similarly, people with gastroesophageal reflux disease
(GERD) experience bothersome
symptoms as a result of reflux.
Symptoms include heartburn,
regurgitation, vomiting and difficulty or pain when swallowing.
The reflux of stomach acid can
also adversely affect the vocal
cords, causing hoarseness, or
even be inhaled into the lungs,
known as aspiration.
How does acid reflux
happen?
Reflux occurs when the lower
esophageal muscle is weak
or relaxes due to a bloated
stomach, allowing liquids to
wash back into the esophagus.
Inevitably this happens to almost everyone from time to
time. Most of these episodes
occur shortly after meals, especially large ones, are brief, and
do not cause symptoms.
When should you
seek help?
reflux are mild and disappear
quickly; however, several symptoms may indicate a more serious problem, and should be reported to a healthcare provider
immediately, which include difficulty or pain when swallowing
(feeling like food is “stuck” in
your esophagus or back of your
throat), unexplained weight
loss, chest pain, choking and
bleeding (either vomiting blood
or dark-colored stool).
What is the solution?
The management of mild acid
reflux includes a variety of
strategies: weight reduction,
sleeping in a bed elevated by
six inches at the head, avoiding
acid reflux inducing foods (fatty
foods, coffee, chocolate and
alcohol), avoiding large and/or
late meals and avoiding wearing tight clothing around your
midsection.
What about children
with acid reflux?
Children with certain health issues may have a higher risk of
reflux. These include children
with Down’s syndrome, cerebral palsy, or other problems
with the brain or spinal cord.
Children who are overweight
are also more likely to suffer
from reflux. If you think your
child may have acid reflux, seek
advice from his or her pediatrician or nurse.
// Dr. Jian ang is a gastroenterologist at
shanghai united Family Hospital & Clinics.
Normally the symptoms of acid
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events
Pick of six art exhibitions
Lu Xinjian: Past Imagination
Jan 11-Feb 20. Art Labor, Room 411, Bldg 4, 570 Yongjia Lu, by Yueyang Lu 永嘉
路570号4号楼411室, 近岳阳路 (3460 5331, info@artlaborgallery.com)
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Points
Until Jan 30. River South Art Centre, 1247 Nan Suzhou Lu, by Xinzha Lu 南苏州路
1247号, 近新闸路 (6359 8989, www.riversouthsh.com)
Yangjiang Group: F*ck Off the Rules
Until Feb 22. Minsheng Art Museum, Bldg F, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu, by Kaixuan Lu 淮海
西路570号F座, 近凯旋路 (6282 8729, www.minshengart.com)
Bharti Kher: Misdemeanors
Jan 11-Mar 30 (Wed-Sun). Rockbund Art Museum, 20 Huqiu Lu, by Beijing Dong
Lu 虎丘路20号, 近北京东路 (3310 9985, www.rockbundartmuseum.org)
Michael
Wolf: Small
God, Big City
Until Feb 23. M97,
2F, 97 Moganshan
Lu, by Changhua
Lu 莫干山路97
号2楼, 近昌化路
(6266 1597, www.
m97gallery.com)
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In the World
Until Jan 22. Homeless Gallery, 201
Daxue Lu, by Jingjia Lu 大学路201
号, 近锦嘉路边 (6275 8035, art@
artnetworking.com)
events
To list your events email events@urbanatomy.com
ARTS
Jan 1
RMB30-40, 8.30-11.30pm. Yuyintang,
851 Kaixuan Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu 凯旋
路851号, 近延安西路 (5237 8662, site.
douban.com/mr.lady123/)
ARTS
Concert: Richard Clayderman
Called “the most successful pianist in
the world” by the Guinness Book of
World Records, Clayderman has sold
nearly 70 million albums and has
267 gold and 70 platinum discs to his
name.
RMB180-1,280, 7.30pm. Shanghai
Grand Stage, 1111 Caoxi Bei Lu, by
Tianyaoqiao Lu 漕溪北路1111号, 近
天钥桥路 (400 610 3721, ponypiao@
damai.cn)
Party: Love Bang Open Bar
Start off 2014 sloppy. The Love Bang
duo of DJ Caution and Heatwolves will
be dropping party jams from hip-hop
to reggaeton at this RMB100 all-youcan-drink party.
RMB100, 10pm-late. Mural, Basement,
10 Hengshan Lu, by Yongjia Lu 衡山路
10号, 近永嘉路 (6433 5023)
Party: Yo! Banfa!
DJ Maumau rings in the New Year
with a night of moombahtrap and
tropical drops.
Free entry, 10pm. DADA, 115 Xingfu
Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu 幸福路115号, 近法
华镇路 (150 0018 2212)
NIGHTLIFE
Party: 9FAN Cosplay Party
It’s the second day of this costume
play gathering, featuring a lineup of
Winky, Allen, l2star and Li Nan.
RMB186, 12-5.30pm. MAO Livehouse,
3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by
Jianguo Zhong Lu 重庆南路308号, 近建
国中路 (5237 8662, www.douban.com/
event/20388106)
JAN 1-3
LIFE/STYLE
Sport: Ice skating
Head to the 200-square-meter ice rink
at the Peninsula this month – the only
outdoor ice rink in Puxi – and soak in
the cheerful feel of this winter wonderland. One hour of skating, rentals
and free car parking (RMB100) with all
proceeds donated to the charities supported by the Peninsula Shanghai.
Sun-Thurs, 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat, 10am10pm. The Peninsula, 32 Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu 中山东
一路32号, 近北京东路 (2327 6696)
JAN 1-13
ARTS
Art: Lumen – A Solo Exhibition of
Pan Xi
Wenzhou-born and Shanghai-based
artist Pan Xi graduated from the
Moscow Surikov State Academy of
Fine Art oil painting department,
and believes in the uniqueness of
“here and now” in every piece of art.
Here she debuts her solo show which
“forms a narcissistic connection between the artist and her work.”
Free entry, 10am-6.30pm. Bldg 2, 50
Moganshan Lu, by Changhua Lu 莫干
山路50号, 近昌化路 (6299 6610, www.
martcenter.cn)
JAN 1-20
LIFE/STYLE
Shopping: Cheap Monday
Get your wallets ready for unbelievable discounts at Cheap Monday’s
pop-up store. This month, you’ll find
a selection of the past season’s collections – think cool denim, jackets
and sweatshirts – at bargain prices.
JAN 4
jan 2
ARTS
James Blunt
Concert: New Year Concert by NDR
Radiophilharmonie
This esteemed German radio orchestra
was founded in 1950 and gives more
than 70 performances a year at its
Hanover concert hall. They’re traveling
away from their home to present an
evening of music that spans from baroque to contemporary.
RMB80-880, 7.30pm. Shanghai
Oriental Art Centre, 425 Dingxiang Lu,
by Yingchun Lu 丁香路425号, 近迎春路
Since his 2005 mega-hit ‘You’re Beautiful’ launched him into international stardom, British folkie James Blunt has sold nearly 17 million albums worldwide.
His recently released fourth album, Moon Landing, is another big seller thanks
to its back-to-basics approach.
RMB280-880, 8pm. Mercedes-Benz Arena, 1200 Shiji Dadao, by Yaohua Lu 世博
大道1200号, 近耀华路 (400 620 6006)
A range of hipper-than-thou headphones will be on sale too.
Wed-Fri, 12-6.30pm. 2/F, Bldg 5, 365
Xinhua Lu, by Dingxi Lu 新华路365号5
号楼2楼, 近定西路 (5278 6361)
JAN 2
FOOD/DRINK
Drinks: Beer Democracy
Kommune’s Wine Democracy monthly
events have been such a hit, they’ve
decided to do a different version highlighting some choice brews. Sample
selections from independent breweries and vote on which become the
happy hour beer of the month.
RMB50, 7-10pm. Kommune, No 7, Lane
210 Taikang Lu, by Sinan Lu 泰康路
210弄7号, 近思南路 (6466 2416, www.
kommune.me)
Jan 2-3
ARTS
Dance: Carmen Flamenca
Flamenco singer Antonio Andrade has
collaborated with many of the greats
like Javier Barón and André Heller.
As the artistic director, his elaborate
show is sure to be a feast for the eyes
and ears.
RMB80-880, 7.15pm. Shanghai
(6854 1234, www.shoac.com.cn)
JAN 2-17
ARTS
Art: Mosaic art workshop
French mosaic artist VirginiMosaic will
be performing free demonstrations
of custom-designed mosaic art at
InShop. Workshops are also available
(RMB100) with special three-hour
classes available (RMB370) on Jan 9
and 16 from 10am-1pm.
RMB100-370, 10am-10pm. B2/F,
InShop, 1601 Nanjing Xi Lu, by
Changde Lu 南京西路1601号芮欧百货
B2楼, 近常德路 (mosaicshanghai@yahoo.com, www.mosaicshanghai.com)
JAN 3
ARTS
Concert: The Orchestre National de
Lyon with Leonard Slatkin
Slatkin has earned 64 Grammy nominations and seven wins while playing
on the world’s most prestigious stages
like Carnegie Hall. This special tribute
concert will celebrate 50 years of
French-Chinese relations.
RMB180-1,280, 7.30-9.30pm. Shanghai
Concert Hall, 523 Yan’an Dong Lu,
by Xizang Nan Lu 延安东路523号, 近
西藏南路 (400 610 3721, ponypiao@
damai.cn)
Concert: FM3
This Beijing-based duo are considered
pioneers of electronic music in China
and are known for combining Chinese
classical instruments with modern digital techniques.
RMB140, 9pm. On Stage, A2-101, Red
Town, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu, by Hongqiao
Lu 淮海西路570号红坊艺术文化社区A2101, 近虹桥路 (6212 6991)
NIGHTLIFE
Gig: Her Name in Blood
Tokyo metal-hardcore act returns to
rock China with their thunderous riffs.
RMB90-120, 8.30pm. MAO Livehouse,
3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by
Jianguo Zhong Lu 重庆南路308号, 近建
国中路 (5237 8662)
Party: Popasuda
Skinny Brown brings another round
of Latin tropical bangers and special
guest Tsunano plays a live Chinese
reggae set.
Free entry, 10pm-late. DADA, 115
Xingfu Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu 幸福路115
号, 近法华镇路 (150 0018 2212)
JAN 4&18
NIGHTLIFE
ARTS
Gigs: Mister Lady
Beijing pop rockers are celebrating the
release of their new EP with a ten-city
national tour.
Concert: Tempora Brasil
This famed bossa nova group comprises leading Brazilian musicians and
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perform a sultry stew of samba, axe,
forro, pop and more rhythm.
Free entry, 10pm. JZ Latino, 22-23/F,
Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden, 159
Henan Nan Lu, by Fuyou Lu 河南南路
159号22-23楼, 近福佑路 (2321 8888)
159号22-23楼, 近福佑路 (2321 8888)
JAN 7-26
ARTS
JAN 5
Musical: The Phantom of the Opera
This mammoth musical is winding
down a spectacular month-long run
in Shanghai, with upper-range tickets
still available.
RMB80-1,280, 7.15pm (Tues-Sun) and
2pm (weekend matinees). Shanghai
Culture Square, 225 Shaanxi Nan Lu,
by Fuxing Zhong Lu 陕西南路225号, 近
复兴中路 (5461 9961)
Arts
Dance: Swan Lake
Though produced by many (there are
three adaptations this month alone),
Swan Lake is still a classic. This show
will be presented by the Kiev Theater,
which has an award-winning heritage
stretching back to 1935.
RMB120-880, 7.15pm. Daning Theatre,
1222 Pingxingguan Lu, by Lingshi Lu
平型关路1222号, 近灵石路 (3636 8807,
www.daningtheatre.com.cn)
JAN 7-31
EAT/DRINK
NIGHTLIFE
Jan 4
Gigs: Cloudytunnel
This Vancouver-based hip-hop crew is
comprised of Mainland natives that
met at university. Their 2011 mixtape
Cloudy Hi won rave reviews and this
show is part of their national tour.
RMB60, 9-11.30pm. Yuyintang, 851
Kaixuan Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu 凯旋路851
号, 近延安西路 (5237 8662)
Heems
NYC underground rap ambassador Heems will rock the Arkham crowd this
month with fellow MC Queens MC Despot, a protégé of revered soundbombing producer, Def Jux founder and Killer Mike partner, El-P. Since releasing two
critically acclaimed mixtapes in 2012, former Das Racist member Heems has
been keeping things low-key. However, the dadaesque spitter announced his
solo debut album is coming soon and charmed the Shanghai crowd during his
last visit to the city. Here are a few words from Heem ahead of his upcoming
show.
JAN 5-29
You’re working on your debut album. How’s the progress?
It’s the greatest single collection of recordings I have ever made, by far, in my
life.
COMMUNITY
Class: CELTA Course
ESL teachers know that the CELTA certification for teaching English equals
more money and opportunity. Step up
your game with this intensive course.
RMB12,500, 9am-6pm. Shanghai
International Studies University
Hongkou, 550 Dalian Xi Lu, by Dong
Jiangwan Lu 大连西路550号, 近东江湾
路 (www.celtachina.com)
Who are you working with on the album?
Diplo, A-Trak, Rostam from Vampire Weekend, Mike Finito and Blood Orange’s
Dev Hynes.
Nehru Jackets and Wild Water Kingdom came out in 2012. How do you feel
about them now?
I’m proud of both for different reasons. It’s funny making music. They’re little
snapshots of where I was in my life then.
There are a lot of young rappers breaking through. Any favorites?
I hate everyone who raps that is not me except French Montana, because he
looks like me, bruh.
JAN 5-6
ARTS
How’s your relationship with the other members of Das Racist?
Not so awesome. I g-chatted with Ashok the other day though. I’m trying to
focus on making myself a better person, so it’s not really at the top of my list.
Dance: Swan Lake
The Odessa National Academic Opera
and Ballet Theater will perform the
classic Swan Lake based on the 1895
Mariinsky version.
RMB80-680, 7.15pm. Shanghai Grand
Theater, 300 Renmin Da Dao, by
Huangpi Bei Lu 人民大道300号, 近黄陂
北路 (400 106 8686, www.shgtheatre.
com)
Are you working on projects outside of music?
I was in an independent feature film in New York called Creative Control. Look
out for that. I like acting.
What can people expect at the show?
You can expect Despot to be better at rapping than me.
Free Max B?
ALL DAY ERRRRRRY DAY
JAN 6
RMB60, 10pm-late. Arkham, 1 Wulumuqi Lu, by Hengshan Lu 乌鲁木齐路1号, 近
衡山路 (6211 6317)
COMMUNITY
Networking: BEAN Networking Event
Join the do-gooders at BEAN for their
monthly networking event, where you
can meet some cool people, make
new friends and learn more about the
organization over a selection of wine,
beers and cocktails (available for a
special happy hour deal).
Free entry if you RSVP, 7.30-10pm.
Brownstone, Surpass Court, Bldg 4,
570 Yongjia Lu, by Yueyang Lu 永嘉
路570号4号楼, 近岳阳路 (shanghai.
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JAN 7
ARTS
Concert: JazzChor Freiburg
For more than twenty years, this choir
has been one of the most acclaimed in
the world. Founding Director Bertrand
Gröger takes it to a new level as the
choir has released their first purely a
cappella CD that touches on swing,
Latin, ethno, funk, pop and crossover,
and they’re performing it all live.
RMB100, 7pm. Star Theater, Thames
Town, Songjiang District 松江新城泰晤
士小镇626号星空剧场
Concert: A Tribute to Jim Hall
Jazz guitar great Jim Hall passed away
last month and Lawrence Ku leads this
tribute concert.
Free entry, 10pm. JZ Club, 46 Fuxing
Lu, by Yongfu Lu 复兴路46号, 近永福路
(6431 0269, www.jzclub.cn)
JAN 7&14
ARTS
Concert: Teresa Lee duo
Teresa Lee pairs with Oleg Roschin for
this romantic jazzy set.
Deal: Chinese New Year Gift Box
The Hyatt on the Bund is offering
exquisite gift boxes of rice cakes to
properly ring in the Chinese New Year.
A selection of twelve with six different flavors ranging from coconut to
traditional red bean for good luck is
presented in a handsome red leather
box.
RMB228, all day. Hyatt on the Bund –
Tea Room, Lobby Level, 199 Huangpu
Lu, by Wuchang Lu 黄浦路199号, 近武
昌路 (6393 1234 ex. 6317, www.shanghai.bund.hyatt.com)
JAN 8
NIGHTLIFE
Party: Tribute to Def Jam Recordings
Everyone’s favorite Wednesday night
hip-hop weekly pays tribute to the
iconic Def Jam label. Expect a funky
night with classic songs from Run
DMC, Slick Rick, Beastie Boys, Public
Enemy, Jeezy and Jay-Z.
Free entry, 10pm. The Shelter, 5
Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu 永福路5
号, 近复兴西路 (thesheltershanghai@
gmail.com)
JAN 9
ARTS
Concerts: A Tribute to Bud Powell
Pianist Oleg Roschin leads an all-star
band in this tribute to bebop pioneer
Bud Powell.
Free entry, 10.30pm. JZ Club, 46 Fuxing
Lu, by Yongfu Lu 复兴路46号, 近永福路
(6431 0269, www.jzclub.cn)
Film: Future Short Films Festival
Enjoy this one-night screening of
international short films from around
the world.
Free entry, 8.30-10pm. DADA, 115
Xingfu Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu 幸福路115
号, 近法华镇路 (150 0018 2212, anneliese@b6cshanghai.com)
FOOD/DRINK
Dinner: ‘Best of the Best’ Wine Dinner
Kathryn Walt Hall, proprietor of Hall
Wines and Walt Wines, hosts this
exclusive dinner, pairing some of
California’s top wines with a fourcourse dinner consisting of Morton’s
signature dishes like oysters, centercut filet mignon and lamb chops.
RMB880 plus 10 percent, 7-9pm.
Morton’s Steak & Seafood Grille, 4/F,
IAPM Mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by
community
Shaanxi Nan Lu 淮海中路999号4楼, 近
陕西南路 (6067 7888)
JAN 12 & 26
COMMUNITY
NIGHTLIFE
Charity: Care for Orphans with Cleft
Palates
Local do-gooders BEAN are organizing
a volunteer day to take care of and play
with the orphaned infants at Shanghai
Healing Home. The organization’s
mission is to assist Chinese Children’s
Welfare Institute to provide pre- and
post-surgical care to abandoned babies
with surgically correctible deformities.
RSVP beanshanghai@gmail.com with
“Care for Orphans January 12 (or)
January 26” in the subject line for time
and venue information.
Gigs: Late Night Alumni
This U.S. house group is known for mixing dance music with strings and Becky
Jean Williams’ soft-vocals. Their single
‘Empty Streets’ topped the Spanish
charts and landed in the British Top Ten.
They released their fourth album, The
Beat Becomes a Sound, last January.
RMB150-200, 8-10.30pm. MAO
Livehouse, 3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu,
by Jianguo Zhong Lu 重庆南路308号,
近建国中路 (400 610 3721, ponypiao@
damai.cn)
JAN 14
JAN 10
ARTS
Film: Bring Your Own Beamer
Film and video artists are invited to
bring their work and projector for a
one-night exhibition at Basement 6.
Free entry, 8.30-10.30pm. Basement 6
Collective, 1643 Huashan Lu, by Huaihai
Zhong Lu 华山路1643号, 近淮海中路
(b6cshanghai.com, anneliese@b6cshanghai.com)
NIGHTLIFE
Party: 4x4x4x4
Alex Schwae headlines this party series
that promotes 4/4-style dance music.
RMB30, 10pm. Arkham, 1 Wulumuqi Lu,
by Hengshan Lu 乌鲁木齐路1号, 近衡山
路 (6211 6317)
Jan 12
No Pants Subway Ride
Started by Improv Everywhere in New York City, the No Pants Subway Ride is
a gathering of people on the subway who nonchalantly have forgotten their
trousers in the cold. Last year, more than 60 cities participated, including
Shanghai. Make Mom proud and join this global pants-less party.
Free entry, 2-6pm. Secret meeting place location will be revealed closer to the
date on pubcrawlshanghai.com.
cause good accessories are as important
as any outfit. Come dressed in your best
vintage duds for a chance to win a free
gift selected by Creative Collective. Free
drinks and light snacks will be provided.
1-6pm. 1/F, No 6, Lane 108 Changshu Lu,
by Changle Lu 常熟路108弄6号一楼, 近长
乐路 (www.creative-collective.cc)
NIGHTLIFE
JAN 10-11
ARTS
Dance: Eternal Red Star
Created by the USSR Strategic Missile
Forces in 1977 to entertain troops, the
Incomparable Red Star Red Army Chorus
and Dance Ensemble are one of the
world’s most popular military dance
ensembles.
RMB80-580, 7.15pm. Shanghai Oriental
Art Centre, 425 Dingxiang Lu, by
Yingchun Lu 丁香路425号, 近迎春路 (400
610 3721, ponypiao@damai.cn)
JAN 11
ARTS
Concert: Lee Jong Gi “JG Night” Asia
Tour
This K-pop actor/singer/model triplethreat completed his compulsory military service and is embarking on a tour
to meet fans and warble some tunes.
RMB380-1,280, 7.30pm. Shanghai Grand
Stage, 1111 Caoxi Bei Lu, by Tianyaoqiao
Lu 漕溪北路1111号, 近天钥桥路 (400 610
3721, ponypiao@damai.cn)
Gigs: Rock Star
It’s a night of homegrown bands including Daydreamer, Dafresh, R.I.P. and
Forget and Forgive with support from
Who Love Beer.
RMB40-60, 8.30-11.30pm. Yuyintang, 851
Kaixuan Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu 凯旋路851号,
近延安西路 (5237 8662)
Party: The Minimalist
Will A. spins Berlin, Detroit and UK minimal techno and micro-house all night.
Free entry, 10pm. DADA, 115 Xingfu Lu,
by Fahuazhen Lu幸福路115号, 近法华镇
路 (150 0018 2212)
Party: South Rakkas Crew
Conrank brings in the South Rakkas
Crew, who are cited as the originators of
electro-dancehall and have big fans in
M.I.A. and Diplo.
路 (6211 6317)
Party: yo banfa
Get ready for a night of house and disco
as this party crew welcomes DJ Mercury,
the pride of Switzerland, to their monthly Bees Knees party.
RMB50, 10pm-late. Lola, Surpass Court,
Bldg 4, 570 Yongjia Lu, by Yueyang Lu
永嘉路570号4号楼, 永嘉路570号4号楼
(6074 0015)
LIFE/STYLE
Shopping: Creative Collective pop-up
shop
New year, new closet – so make sure to
hit Creative Collective for a one-day popup of shopping galore to find affordable
selected vintage clothes and handbags.
You’ll also be able to browse a range of
funky jewelry by indie designers – be-
NIGHTLIFE
JAN 11-12
LIFE/STYLE
Fair: Dreams Flea Market
Following the success of last month’s
Christmas fair, Dreams Flea Market
returns to invade Xintiandi for a stylish
New Year’s shopping session. Pop in
and sell your own goods at this fun, free
market, where a huge range of secondhand treasures and quirky vintage finds
will be on sale.
Free entry. 1-7pm. Dreams & Fleas, B1
Xintiandi Style, 245 Madang Lu, by
Zizhong Lu 马当路245号新天地时尚B1
层, 近自忠路
JAN 11&25
ARTS
Concert: La Reunion
This multicultural band mixes Cuban
salsa, Brazilian rhythms, Dominican
meringue and other funky sounds into a
unique Latin blend.
Henan Nan Lu, by Fuyou Lu 河南南路159
号22-23楼, 近福佑路 (2321 8888)
JAN 12
ARTS
Concerts: Love My Music 2014 New
Year’s Annual Party
This annual show invites all jazz fans,
amateur jazz bands and sponsors for a
celebratory good time.
Free entry, 2-5pm. JZ Club, 46 Fuxing Lu,
by Yongfu Lu 复兴路46号, 近永福路 (6431
0269, www.jzclub.cn)
Party: Les-In-Shanghai Dinner &
Drinks
Their dance parties have become so
popular that these grrrls have added a
monthly dinner and drinks gathering at
Cotton’s Anting Lu branch. Buy one-getone-free happy hour until 8pm with special drink deals the rest of the night.
Free entry, 7-11pm. Cotton’s, 132 Anting
Lu, by Jianguo Xi Lu 安亭路132号, 近建国
西路 (shanghailgbt@yahoogroups.com)
JAN 16
ARTS
Theater: Cool Breeze Pavilion
This classic story follows the life of an
abandoned child raised by a poor elderly couple. The boy later meets his birth
mother and is whisked away to a new
life leaving his foster parents behind.
Tragedy ensues.
RMB30-280, 7.15pm. Yifu Theatre, 701
Fuzhou Lu, by People’s Square 福州路
701号, 近人民广场 (400 610 3721, ponypiao@damai.cn)
NIGHTLIFE
Party: Anime pub crawl
Channel your inner Hello Kitty or
Dragon Ball Z fan with this cartoon
character party edition of Pub Crawl.
The night includes an hour of open
bar, free shots all night, exclusive drink
discounts and club entry to four bars.
It’s a massive moving party you won’t
soon forget.
RMB180-200, 9.30pm. Helen’s, 148
Maoming Bei Lu, by Weihai Lu 茂名路
148号, 近威海路 (www.pubcrawlshanghai.com)
JAN 17
ARTS
COMMUNITY
Charity: Knit squares for AIDSimpacted orphans
Join BEAN’s knitting circles in putting
together 20-centimeter squares that will
be pieced together to make blankets to
keep children in South African orphanages warm. Volunteers meet at a location in the former French Concession
and a knitting teacher will be on hand
to provide assistance.
“Knit Square January 12” in the subject
line for time and venue information.
Concert: The Project 300
This intimate series features an exclusive
live performance from Hunan singer Tia
Ray, who is one of China’s few neo-soul
singers.
RMB300, 8-10.30pm. MAO Livehouse,
3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by Jianguo
Zhong Lu 重庆南路308号, 近建国中
路 (5237 8662, www.douban.com/
event/20505600)
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Jan 15
Unknown Mortal Orchestra
What started off as an anonymous track uploaded onto Bandcamp has turned
into one of New Zealand’s most acclaimed indie groups. Since forming in 2010,
the trio has earned raves from taste-makers like Pitchfork and NME for their
beat-heavy, lo-fi take on psychedelic rock. Grizzly Bear picked them to open for
them last year and the group has since graduated to headlining act. Catch last
year’s New Zealand Music Award winners for the Best Alternative Album before
they outgrow the intimate club circuit.
We have a pair of tickets to give away to the Unknown Mortal Orchestra
show. Simply answer the following.
What 90s hit is New Zealand’s top-selling pop song of all-time?
Answers with the subject ‘UMO’ to win@urbanatomy.com by January 9.
RMB100, 8.30pm-late. Yuyintang, 851 Kaixuan Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu 凯旋路851号,
近延安西路 (5237 8662, www.spli-t.com)
FOOD/DRINK
Dinner: Whisky Dinner
Enjoy a high-end night on the town as
Unico offers premium whisky paired
with a sumptuous dinner.
RMB888, 6.30pm. Unico 2/F, 3
Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong
Lu 中山东一路3号2楼, 近广东路(5308
5399)
Drink: LE Tasting wine night
LE Tasting (behind the wine website
www.z9h.cn) is celebrating its one year
anniversary by hosting a wine tasting
night at Chair Club, a stylish blues music club in town. 20 fine French wines
selected by 2007 The Best Sommelier
of the World Andreas Larsson will be
presented at the party and wine tips and
passion for wine will be shared with all.
RMB150/person, 8pm-late.. 1778
Dongming Lu, by Banquan Lu 东明路
1778号, 近板泉路 (www.z9h.cn)
JAN 18
COMMUNITY
Workshop: Learn CPR and First Aid
BEAN is partnering with the Shanghai
East International Medical Center
(SEIMC) to offer CPR & First Aid classes
to BEAN Members for a reduced RMB250
price from 2-5pm. Course is offered in
English.
“CPR January 18” in the subject line for
time and venue information.
EAT/DRINK
Contest: Brown rice cook-off
Participants are invited to prepare their
best brown rice dishes at this Sprout
Lifestyle-hosted healthy cook-off.
RMB150, 11am-12.30pm. Sprout Lifestyle
92
– Unit 412, Surpass Court, 570 Yongjia
Lu, by Yueyang Lu 永嘉庭 570号永嘉路 4
号楼1楼2室, 近岳阳路 (139 1820 9613,
www.sproutlifestyle.com)
NIGHTLIFE
Gigs: Super VC
Since 1993, this Brit-rock styled band
has been one of China’s most successful
indie acts. This show will double as a
release party for their new album, For
Your Ears Only.
RMB100-120, 9pm. MAO Livehouse,
3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by Jianguo
Zhong Lu 重庆南路308号, 近建国中路
(5237 8662)
Party: Boom Disco
Marc Assin plays a night that explores
the grown-up side of electro, disco and
tech-house.
by Fahuazhen Lu 幸福路115号, 近法华镇
路 (150 0018 2212)
Party: FOOTPRINT presents Joop
Junior
This Dutch DJ has impressed icons like
Richie Hawtin and John Digiweed despite just being a few years out of high
school. While his recorded tracks are
hot, he shines the brightest during his
energetic live sets.
RMB100, 10pm. Arkham, 1 Wulumuqi
Lu, by Hengshan Lu 乌鲁木齐路1号, 近衡
山路 (6211 6317)
Party: Rock Stars
Bar Rouge celebrates the icons and
lifestyle of rock’n’roll as their guitarist
blends rocking riffs with the resident DJ
beats for a skuzzy good time.
RMB100, 10pm. Bar Rouge, 7/F, 18
Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong
Lu 中山东一路18号7楼, 近南京东路 (6339
1199, www.bar-rouge-shanghai.com)
JAN 18-19
JAN 22
LIFE/STYLE
LIFE/STYLE
Market: Nautilus Vintage Fair
Tired of perusing shopping malls? Come
and pick a few one-of-a-kind goods at
this vintage fair, where you’ll find an
array of cool and unique wares on sale,
from handicrafts to designer pieces and
ethnic minority products.
RMB20-35, 11am-8pm (Jan 18), 2-8pm
(Jan 19). Ke Center for Contemporary
Arts, 613B Kaixuan Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu
当代艺术中心, 凯旋路613号B座1楼, 近
延安西路 (180 1735 0303, citydusty@
gmail.com)
Film: Dirt!
This film looks at man’s relationship
with dirt and how it has been essential
to our survival, providing humans with
food, shelter, fuel, medicine, ceramics,
flowers, cosmetics and color. Viva dirt!
Film is in English with no subtitles.
Free entry, 7-8.30pm. Sprout Lifestyle –
Unit 412, Surpass Court, 570 Yongjia Lu,
by Yueyang Lu 永嘉庭 570号永嘉路 4号楼
1楼2室, 近岳阳路 (139 1820 9613, www.
sproutlifestyle.com)
JAN 19
COMMUNITY
Charity: Play with orphaned babies
Help out at the Lupin Healing Home in
Minhang with pre- and post-surgical
care abandoned babies and assist with
their development.
“Lupin January 19” in the subject.
Charity: Donate blood, save a life
There’s a serious blood shortage in
Shanghai and BEAN has linked up with
the Shanghai Red Cross Blood Donation
Center for a quick and easy donation
process from 10am to 12pm. Note – people who tatted up within the last year or
drank too much the night before will be
automatically disqualified.
RSVP beanblooddonation@gmail.com.
JAN 21
JAN 23
NIGHTLIFE
Party: Lose Your Face
House, breaks and other up-tempo
tracks to inspire you to get out on a
Thursday.
路 (150 0018 2212)
JAN 24
ARTS
Theater: Wild Boar Forest
The Shanghai Peking Troupe performs
this story that takes place at the end of
the Northern Song Dynasty about the
son of an imperial retainer that tries to
steal the wife of a military trainer.
RMB30-80, 7.15pm. Yifu Theatre, 701
Fuzhou Lu, by Xizang Zhong Lu 福州路
701号, 近西藏中路 (400 610 3721, ponypiao@damai.cn)
ARTS
NIGHTLIFE
Concerts: Etienne Gipsy Quartet
Enjoy a soothing night of Djangoinspired gypsy jazz.
Henan Nan Lu, by Fuyou Lu 河南南路159
号22-23楼, 近福佑路 (2321 8888)
Party: Au Bonheur des Dames
Bar Rouge transforms into a glamorous boudoir with no men allowed until
10.30pm. From 8pm until the gentlemen’s grand entrance, ladies can enjoy
an international buffet with complimentary martinis and bubbly.
RMB100 (dudes only), 10.30pm-late. Bar
Rouge, 7/F, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu,
by Nanjing Dong Lu 中山东一路18号7楼,
近南京东路 (6339 1199, www.bar-rougeshanghai.com)
LIFE/STYLE
Workshop: Tea blends talk & tasting
Dr. Colleen Symmes of Shanghai Natural
Health leads an introductory class on
the healing benefits of teas while showing different natural blends to maximize
health.
RMB150, 10.30am-12pm. Sprout Lifestyle
– Unit 412, Surpass Court, 570 Yongjia
Lu, by Yueyang Lu 永嘉庭 570号永嘉路
4号楼1楼2室, 近岳阳路(139 1820 9613,
www.sproutlifestyle.com)
JAN 21-22
ARTS
Dance: A Sigh of Love
Shanghai Theater Academy’s Cao
Lusheng teams up with the Ballet de
l’Opera National du Rhin’s director
Bertrand d’At for a multicultural show
that combines the unique flavor of
Shanghai culture with French exotic romanticism. The story follows two young
couples in the city during the 1930s and
1940s.
Huangpi Bei Lu 人民大道300号, 近黄陂北
路 (400 106 8686, www.shgtheatre.com)
Party: Electric East
Conrank leads his Rankadank crew
including Q-trip, Mislooop and Dirty
Mouth for a night of bass.
路 (150 0018 2212)
Party: Daedalus
This Ninja Tune producer is known for
his left-field take on electro and is a
vital part of LA’s super-hip underground
glitch-hop scene.
路 (6211 6317)
Party: King Kong & the Jungle
After last month’s excellent Studio 54themed party, MAMASan encourages
partiers to unleash their inner freed
King Kong. Dress up as your favorite
King Kong characters, jungle animals,
plants or native tribes. Skinny Brown,
Heatwolves and Andy S will be spinning
wild primal beats until sunrise. Entry
comes with a free shot.
RMB20, 10pm-late. LOgO, 298 Xingfu
华镇路
JAN 24-25
ARTS
Dance: Irish Dance Live – Celtic
Legends
Get swept up by the high-tempo
rhythms of Irish dance at this show
that stars four-time Ulster Irish Dancing
Champion Jason Donnelly and a cast
that has cut their teeth on some of the
world’s most popular Irish dance shows,
including Riverdance.
RMB80-880, 7.15-9pm. Shanghai
Dance: Contemporary ballet Jane Eyre
Shanghai Ballet performs this interpretation of the Charlotte Bronte Victorian
classic. Contemporary Chinese playwright Nick Rongjun Yu has written an
adaptation that expands the Lady Bertha
character.
Huangpi Bei Lu 人民大道300号, 近黄陂北
路 (400 106 8686, www.shgtheatre.com)
Theater: The Andersen Code
Since debuting in Shanghai last year,
this children’s show has been a hit.
The story follows Xiao Duo who unwittingly enters into a fairy world where
she unintentionally changes the lives of
Snow White, Pinocchio and the other
residents. The show has been praised
for its use of cutting-edge glasses-free
3D technology. Chinese only.
RMB180-500, 7.30pm (2.30pm on Jan
25). ET Space, 433 Yan’an Dong Lu, by
Xizang Zhong Lu 延安东路433号, 近西藏
中路 (400 610 3721, ponypiao@damai.
cn)
JAN 25
COMMUNITY
Charity: Take care of orphaned babies
Baby’s Home is a grassroots organization founded by a group of members
that saw a need to help orphans get access to surgery. Help them out and have
fun with a group of their toddlers.
“Better with you – January 25” in the
subject.
Networking: Deutscher Stammtisch
German Night
Bavarians stand up! This networking
and socializing event invites German,
Austrian and Swiss residents to rub
elbows and enjoy special drink deals before 9pm. Citizens of other countries can
come too. RSVP at their website.
Free entry, 7.30-10.30pm. Brötzeit, 1/F,
288 Shaanxi Bei Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu 陕
西北路288号爱莎金煦酒店1楼, 近南京
西路 (6032 8907, www.schanghai.com/
stammtisch)
NIGHTLIFE
Party: Love Bang!
DJ Caution and Heatwolves are back
with everyone’s favorite eclectic dance
party. Silly and stupid behavior highly
encouraged.
路 (150 0018 2212)
Party: White
Fight off the winter blahs as Arkham
introduces their newest all-white blacklight party night.
路 (6211 6317)
JAN 29
NIGHTLIFE
Party: Les-In-Shanghai Monthly Ladies
Night
DJ Jacques soundtracks this monthly
LGBT party that also comes with buyone-get-one-free drinks deals for the
girls all night.
Free entry, 9pm-late. 390 Bar, 390 Panyu
Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu 番禺路390号, 近法
华镇路 (shanghailgbt@yahoogroups.
com)
JAN 30
rooms. Unleash your inner party animal
or head to the terrace for chill time.
Free entry before midnight (RMB100
after midnight for guys), 10pm-late. The
Apartment, 47 Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Xi
Lu 永福路47号, 近复兴西路 (6347 9478,
www.theapartment-shanghai.com)
Party: Wonky Kong
Siesta brings bassline UK funky house,
garage and grime.
Free entry, 10pm. DADA, 115 Xingfu
华镇路 (150 0018 2212)
JAN 31-FEB 6
NIGHTLIFE
JAN 25-26
LIFE/STYLE
Workshop: The Healing Power of
Yoga
Charat Singh is a respected yoga philosopher who will lead several yoga
sessions extolling the healing virtues of
asana and pranayana for different parts
of the body.
RMB450, 10am-12pm, 2-4pm. Pure Yoga,
L6-615 IAPM Mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong
Lu, by Xiangyang Lu 淮海中路999号6楼,
近襄阳路 (5466 1266, www.pure-yoga.
com.cn)
JAN 26
COMMUNITY
Animals: Pet Adoption Day
Who doesn’t need more love and affection in their life? Since 2011, Best
Friends China has placed more than 100
rescued pets into permanent homes.
Here’s your chance to add a bit of
cuteness to your life while helping out
animals. All adoptable cats and dogs are
vaccinated, spayed or neutered and dewormed to ensure their health.
Free entry, 11am-3pm. Porquoi Pet Café,
3585 Yindu Lu, by Humin Lu 银都路3585
号, 近沪闵路 (147 8258 8576, www.bestfriendschina.org)
LIFE/STYLE
Party: Chinese New Year’s Eve party
Celebrate these last days of the Year of
the Snake before the horse takes over.
Attendees are encouraged to dress
with a touch of red. Expect champagne
and amazing skyline views overlooking
the first (of what will be many) holiday
fireworks shows. It’s free entrance until
midnight for people that RSVP at cny@
mvpshanghai.com.
RMB100, 10pm-late. Bar Rouge, 7/F, 18
Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong
Lu 中山东一路18号7楼, 近南京东路 (6339
1199, www.bar-rouge-shanghai.com)
Party: Pajama pub crawl
Rock out with your PJs out as part of
Pub Crawl Shanghai’s annual pajama
pub crawl. Expect milk and cookies in
addition to the usual hour of open bar,
free shots, drink discounts and private
party bus to four bars.
RMB150-200, 9.30pm. Helen’s, 148
Maoming Bei Lu, by Weihai Lu 茂名路
148号, 近威海路 (www.pubcrawlshanghai.com)
Travel: Dragon Adventures, northeastern China
Once again, Dragon Adventures will
spend the New Year break discovering
the wonders of northeastern China.
Stops include perusing the Harbin
International Ice and Snow Sculpture
Festival, wandering the Dongsheng
Forest and snow village, snowshoeing
Changbaishan, ice skating on the frozen
Songhua River and taking selfies at the
gorgeous Shenyang Imperial Palace.
Heated coach transfers, accommodation,
English-speaking guides, breakfasts, dinners, bonfires and entrance fees to all
parks. RMB3,680.
RSVP at dragonadventureschina.com or
call 400 637 2466 for more information.
FEB 1
ARTS
JAN 31
NIGHTLIFE
Party: TGIF
Perfecto Playboys hosts this new monthly event with four DJs spinning in two
Concert: Beijing Wind Orchestra
Founded in 2009 by Li Fangfang, this
orchestra has won praise for its diversity
– equally adept at large-scale classical
symphonies and chamber music alike.
RMB80-880, 7.30pm. Shanghai Oriental
Art Center – Concert Hall, 425 Dingxiang
Lu, by Yingchun Lu 丁香路425号, 近迎春
路 (6854 1234, www.shoac.com.cn)
community
LIFE/STYLE
Yoga: Bikram Yoga and healthy
breakfast
Join Sprout Lifestyle for a 90-minute
Bikram yoga and body detox session.
A sugar-free, dairy-free and wheat-free
breakfast will also be provided, so that
you can kick off your morning in a tasty
and healthy way. The class is taught in
English.
RMB110, 10am-noon. Bikram Yoga
Studio, 3/F, 81 Jiangning Lu, by Fengxian
Lu 江宁路81号, 近奉贤路 (RSVP: yoopay.
cn/event/SproutJanuaryEvents)
Jan 22
LIFE/STYLE
Workshop: Stressed
Zack Beck Goss leads a workshop outlining various emotional consequences to
stress and discusses ways to manage it.
Participants will leave with new strategies on how to reduce stress common
to city life.
RMB100, 2-3.30pm. Sprout Lifestyle –
Unit 412, Surpass Court, 570 Yongjia Lu,
by Yueyang Lu 永嘉庭 570号永嘉路 4号楼
1楼2室, 近岳阳路 (139 1820 9613, www.
sproutlifestyle.com)
JAN 28-FEB 4
COMMUNITY
Trip: Yoga retreat to Cambodia
The Sprout Wellness Travel program
goes to The Vine Eco Guesthouse &
Organic Farm in rural Cambodia for
yoga led by Alvaro Esteban and wellness
tips provided by Kimberly Ashton. Price
ranges from RMB5,500 (without flight)
to RMB9,800 (with flight).
To reserve space and find out more, contact: events@sproutlifestyle.com
Shanghai Sharks vs Guangdong
Southern Tigers
Despite some skepticism from some people (okay, us), the Shanghai Sharks
have rocketed out of the gates this CBA season. They’ve won 11 of their first 14
games and find themselves among the league’s elite. However, this will be their
big test, as the Yi Jianlian-led Guangdong Southern Tigers visit. The defending league champions once again find themselves on top of the standings and
are heavy favorites to win their ninth title in eleven years. The Sharks play six
games here this month, with homestands from Jan 1-8 and Jan 22-26.
RMB60-680, 7.35pm. Yuanshen Stadium, 655 Yuanshen Lu, by Zhangyang Lu 源
深路655号, 近张杨路 (400 620 6006, www.mypiao.com)
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events
COMMUNITY
food/drink
FEB 1-5
Tour: Ancient Shanghai Tours
Before skyscrapers and fancy buildings
took over its skyline, Shanghai was a
provincial town. This tour takes you
back to that time while introducing
ancient city sites like the stunning
Yu Yuan Gardens and Taoist City God
Temple. An archery option is also
available.
RMB190-260, 2-4pm/5.30pm. (138
1777 0229, www.newmantours.com)
LIFE/STYLE
ANDY CAMPBELL, UTP MEDIA
Travel: Dragon Adventures Japan
Ski Trip
Cause havoc on the Hokkaido slopes
on this ski trip to northern Japan. A ski
teacher is available for novices with
participants free to snowboard if they
want. An English-speaking guide will
show you around with ski hire, breakfast, accommodation and full-day lift
passes. RMB8,900.
RSVP at dragonadventureschina.com
or call 400 637 2466 for more information.
JAN 30
EAT/DRINK
Jan 25
Dinner: Banyan Tree Shanghai on
the Bund
Ring in the Year of the Horse with one
of the four special set menus prepared
by this hotel’s top chef. Selections
feature mouthwatering seafood and
meat specialties plus Lunar New Year
favorites.
RMB488-788, 5pm-12am. Banyan Tree
Shanghai on the Bund, 19 Gongping
Lu 海平路19号, 近公平路 (2509 1188)
Dinner: Fairmont Peace Hotel
Celebrate the most important day
of the Spring Festival with friends
and family at the legendary Dragon
Phoenix. Enjoy a specially created
menu or an a la carte selection by
Master Chef Xu. Minimum spending
of RMB600/person is required. Add
15 percent.
RMB600+15 percent (minimum),
5.30-10pm. Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20
Nanjing Dong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong
Yi Lu 南京东路20号, 近中山东一路
(6321 6888)
Dinner: Italian CNY
Celebrate Chinese New Year’s Eve at
the newly opened Italian restaurant
Segafredo, where food is delicately
prepared by master chef Alberto
Citterio from seven star Galleria Hotel,
Milan along with his experienced
team. Special set menu is priced at
RMB588/person which will get you a
free flow of prosecco, white wine, red
wine and soft drinks.
RMB588, S2-03, S2-07K, Jing’an Kerry
Centre South Retail Building, 1515
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Changde Lu 南京西
路1515号静安嘉里中心, 近常德路 (6380
3280)
JAN 31
Dinner: Waldorf Astoria
Chef Sam Yuan features set dinner
menus at Wei Jing Ge. The two menus,
Wealth (RMB4,888 for a table of 10
persons) and Longevity (RMB8,888 for
a table of 10 persons), offer auspicious
dishes to ring in the New Year.
RMB4,888-8,888 (tables of 10),
6-10pm. Waldorf Astoria, 2 Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu, by Yan’an Dong Lu 中山东
一路2号, 近延安东路 (6322 9988)
Dinner: Mosaic Restaurant
Celebrate the New Year with the
majestic view of Nanjing Road, with
specialties and creations from different regions.
RMB148-298 plus 15 percent,
6-10.30pm. 2/F, 505 Nanjing Dong Lu,
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Burns Night Shanghai
Last year, the recently reformed Shanghai Scots hosted their first Burns Night
Supper in the city in decades. They have teamed up with the British Chamber
of Commerce for a celebratory supper that commemorates the life of Scottish
poet Robert Burns. Expect a good night, including theatrical readings of Burns’
work, a traditional dinner consisting of cock-a-leeky soup, haggis, cranachan,
beer and whisky, speeches, singing and dancing. Tickets must be purchased in
advance.
RMB900-1,100, 7pm. Marriott City Centre, 555 Xizang Zhong Lu, by Beijing
Dong Lu 西藏中路555号, 近北京东路 (www.burnsnightshanghai.com)
by Fujian Lu 南京东路505号2楼, 近福建
路 (6351 5888 ext. 4281)
EVERY WEDNESDAY
Dinner: Jing’an Restaurant
Rejoice the ending of 2013 with a
special New Year’s Eve menu created
by the Executive Chef of the Jing’an
Restaurant. With dishes such as foie
gras parfait, roasted and braised beef
ribs with parsnips and chocolate and
salted caramel strawberries on the
menu, this will prove to be a dinner
not to miss.
RMB588, 6-10.30pm. Jing’an
Restaurant, 2/F, Puli Hotel, 1 Changde
Lu 常德路1号 (www.jinganrestaurant.
com, 2216 6988)
ARTS
EVERY MONDAY
NIGHTLIFE
Gigs: Tribes of Asaph
Catch this weekly showcase featuring
funky guitar by Asaph mixed with blue
grass mandolin by Mongolian master
Tom Peng.
Free entry, 8.30pm. Wooden Box, 9
Qinghai Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu 青海路9
号, 近南京西路 (5213 2965)
Concerts: Los Amigos Latin Trio
This trio is led by Colombian singer
Shirley Maria Carranza, who has been
performing across China’s most prestigious stages since 2002.
159号22-23楼, 近福佑路 (2321 8888)
EVERY THURSDAY
NIGHTLIFE
Party: Holly Sh*t
Deep disco and dancefloor-friendly
electronic has been a staple for this
weekly party. On Jan 5, disco and
house music guru Raz will headline
but each week brings plenty of chances to get your boogie on.
Free entry, 10pm. Lola, Bldg 4, 570
Yongjia Lu, by Yueyang Lu 永嘉路570号
4号楼, 近岳阳路 (6074 0015)
EVERY FRIDAY
EVERY TUESDAY
NIGHTLIFE
Party: Salsa Night
Enjoy free salsa lessons until 9.30pm
and then show off your moves afterwards during the dance party that
goes until midnight.
Free entry, 8.30pm-12am. Bar Fly, 6/F,
35 Shaanxi Nan Lu, by Changle Lu 陕西
南路35号6楼, 近长乐路 (6215 8777)
ARTS
Concerts: Latin Project
Salsa lovers can groove to this dynamic Latin band as they play Latino
hits from the past and today.
159号22-23楼, 近福佑路 (2321 8888)
EVERY SATURDAY
ARTS
Concert: Seetoh Soul Sensation
This all-star group plays bossa nova,
bolero, blues and soul.
159号22-23楼, 近福佑路 (2321 8888)
COMMUNITY
Tour: Shanghai Kung Fu tour
This tour invites people to learn the
legends of China’s martial arts icons
with a tutorial on how to use state of
the art equipment to test your skills.
RMB260 (RMB130 for kids, RMB240 for
students), 1.30-3.30pm. RSVP info@
newmantours.com or 138 1777 0229
for meeting place information.
NIGHTLIFE
Party: Latin Flavors
Each Saturday, Mural will be exploring a different slice of Latin grooves
from salsa to cha-cha to the samba.
Entrance comes with two free drinks.
RMB60, 9pm-2am. Mural, Basement,
10 Hengshan Lu, by Yongjia Lu 衡山路
10号, 近永嘉路 (6433 5023)
EVERY SATURDAY
AND SUNDAY
COMMUNITY
Tour: Shanghai Ghost Tour
Newman Tours are offering a new
reduced price for China’s only ghost
tour. Try your hand at creepy water
calligraphy, stroll through a colonial
cemetery and hear the story behind
the guardian lions of Jing’an Temple.
There is an option to add on a Ghost
Festival Dinner where your fortune
is read.
RMB190 (RMB120 for kids, RMB170 for
students), 7-9pm. RSVP info@newmantours.com or 138 1777 0229 for meeting place information.
Pets: Cat Adoption
Founded in 2007 by a group of individual animal rescuers, Paw Pals Animal
Rescue (PPAR) is devoted to rescuing
and providing compassionate care to
homeless animals. Every weekend,
they will be open for cat and kitten
adoption. They have rescued and
placed more than 300 homeless kittens and they currently have 70 cuddly
felines ready for adoption.
Free entry, 1-5pm. PPAR Shelter, 555
Jinping Lu, by Fengqing Lu 金平路
555弄, 近风平路 (5480 1699, yeli28@
hotmail.com)
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Seven days Nozawa Onsen,
RMB15,900+ (February-March)
Nozawa Onsen is a classic Japanese
ski village with historical traditional
inns and lodges lying at the foot of
a pristine mountain. As a ski resort,
it offers everything from gentle and
wide open slopes for beginners and
families to steep and deep runs for the
experts. And as a town, it has retained
much of its history and Japanese heritage. Package includes international
flights between Shanghai and Tokyo,
one night in Tokyo and five nights in
Nozawa Onsen with daily breakfast,
lift pass, ski gear rental and private
transfers. // Xpats Travel, 1807A, 699
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Wujiang Lu 南京西
路699弄东方有线大厦1807A, 近吴江路
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Ten days Australia East Coast,
RMB12,900+
Explore Sydney, Dream Island, the
Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven
beach. Package includes return flights
without tax, five nights accommodation in a four-star hotel in Sydney
and four nights in a five-star hotel in
Hamilton Island and daily breakfast.
// Xpats Travel, 1807A, 699 Nanjing Xi
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Six days Hoi’ An, RMB7,900+
(February-March)
Head to beautiful Hoi’An and indulge
in some serious relaxing time. Price
includes return airfare without air
tax, daily breakfast, accommodation
at the Victoria Hoi’an Beach Resort
and Spa and return airport transfers.
// Xpats Travel, 1807A, 699 Nanjing Xi
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Six days Palau (Chinese New Year),
RMB12,900+
Referred to by many as the eighth
wonder of the world, Palau is a stunning tropical paradise and is rated one
of the world’s best underwater destinations by scuba aficionados. With its
unspoiled reefs, caves and amazing
array of marine life, it is a haven for
nature-lovers as well. Just imagine
the whitest beaches, gardens of coral,
clear waters, lakes filled with “stingless” jellyfish and waterfalls never ravaged by man. Package includes round
trip flights without taxes and luxury
accommodation at the Airai Water
Paradise Hotel, Landmark Marina ,
Palasia Hotel or Sea Passion. // Xpats
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Seven days Boracay (Chinese New
Year), RMB 8,900+
Boracay remains one of the world’s
best beaches. Fly to this tropical paradise and enjoy relaxing yourself in a
four-star hotel during the vacation.
Price includes airfare from Shanghai
without having to stay overnight in
Manila, accommodation and airport
Seven days Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur
and Kota Kinabalu – RMB10,600+ (departing February 1-2)
Soak in some culture and enjoy some
of the best Southeast Asian cuisine in
Kuala Lumpur, then unwind in Kota
Kinabalu, where beautiful sceneries and lush natural treasures await.
Package includes return airfare excluding tax, accommodation in both Kuala
Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu and return
airport transfers. // Xpats Travel,
1807A, 699 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Wujiang
Lu 南京西路699弄东方有线大厦1807A,
近吴江路 (6439 2985, www.xpatstravel.
com)
Six days Maldives, RMB12,900+ (departing January 27)
Maldives need no introduction.
Embrace the privilege of relishing the
authentic essence of this country at
Thulhagiri Resort with plush comfort,
epicurean dining and luxuriant pampering. Price includes return airfare
excluding tax, accommodation and return airport transfers. // Xpats Travel,
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Five days Boracay, RMB7,900+ (February 2-6)
Today, Boracay is one of the world’s most famed tourist destinations - and
rightly so, with two fantastic main beaches boasting some of the whitest
sand and finest blue skies ever encountered by man. Package includes
return airfare with tax, four-night accommodation, daily breakfast and
transfers.
// Homay Travel, Rm 402, Pearl Center, 1019 Nanquan Bei Lu, by
Shangcheng Lu 南泉北路1019号明珠中心402室, 近商城路 (2215 7565, www.
homay-travel.com)
a variety of cuisines and a huge range
of sport facilities. Price includes airfare, daily meals and return airport
Seven days Thailand – Bangkok and
Chiang Mai, RMB8,900+ (Chinese
New Year)
After a full-on immersion in bustling
Bangkok, explore the splendors of
Chiang Mai, Thailand’s most culturally
significant city. Package includes return airfare with tax, accommodation
at four or five stars hotels and return
airport transfers. // Xpats Travel,
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Five days Singapore and Bintan Island,
RMB8,900+
Get a taste of Singapore’s glittery,
busy life then hop on a 45-minute
ferry to Bintan, where talcum-white
beaches, a crystalline sea and plenty
of sun await. Price includes return
airfare including tax, accommodation,
daily breakfast and return airport
Seven days El Nido, Palawan,
RMB16,900+
Fly from Shanghai to El Nido
via Manila and enjoy one of the
Philippines’ top hotels, Apulit Island
Resort, which offers five-star accommodations, amazing restaurants with
melting pot known for attracting both
budget travelers staying for a month
or two in simple beachside fan bungalows and the mega rich, dropping in
for a weekend at a luxury resort or villa on the beach. Package includes
return airfare with tax, accommodation, daily breakfast and return airport
transfers. // Homay Travel, Rm 402,
Pearl Center, 1019 Nanquan Bei Lu, by
Shangcheng Lu 南泉北路1019号明珠中
心402室, 近商城路 (2215 7565, www.
homay-travel.com)
Seven days Cambodia, RMB11,800+
Combine beach and culture with a
trip to Siem Reap and Sihanoukiville.
Package includes return airfare with
tax, accommodation, daily breakfast
and airport transfers. // Homay Travel,
Rm 402, Pearl Center, 1019 Nanquan
Bei Lu, by Shangcheng Lu 南泉北路
1019号明珠中心402室, 近商城路 (2215
7565, www.homay-travel.com)
Seven Days Phuket, RMB10,900+
(Chinese New Year)
Located approximately 862 kilometers
south of Bangkok is Phuket, Thailand’s
largest island, often dubbed as the
Pearl of the Andaman, or the Pearl
of the South. Chill out in this tropical paradise and treat yourself to a
pampering stay. Price includes return
airfare with tax, accommodation, daily
breakfast and return airport transfers.
// Homay Travel, Rm 402, Pearl Center,
1019 Nanquan Bei Lu, by Shangcheng
Lu 南泉北路1019号明珠中心402室, 近
商城路 (2215 7565, www.homay-travel.
com)
Three days Harbin private tour,
RMB5,500+ (January-February)
Embrace the cold and make a trip to
Harbin to see the world famous Ice
and Snow Festival. Visit the Ice City’s
main landmarks, including Snow
Sculpture Park and the beautiful
St. Sophia Russia Orthodox Square.
Package includes return airfare with
tax, accommodation, English-speaking
guide and private transfers. // Homay
Travel, Rm 402, Pearl Center, 1019
Nanquan Bei Lu, by Shangcheng Lu 南
泉北路1019号明珠中心402室, 近商城路
(2215 7565, www.homay-travel.com)
Five days Koh Samui, RMB11,500+
(Chinese New Year)
Thailand offers the perfect winter
getaway. This Chinese New Year, travel
to beachy Koh Samui, a cosmopolitan
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events
H PPY H URS
Bar Rouge
Mon-Fri 6-10pm, RMB100+/person for
a signature cocktail and tapas presented by Mr & Mrs Bund. They also have
giant cocktails big enough for 10-15.
7/F, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by
Nanjing Dong Lu 中山东一路18号7楼,
近南京东路 (6339 1199)
Big Bamboo
Mon-Fri 2-8pm; Sat-Sun 4-8pm, RMB25
Tiger and Carlsberg draft, standard
drinks, non-imported bottle beers and
discounted premium beers.
1) 132 Nanyang Lu, by Tongren Lu
南阳路132号, 近铜仁路 (6256 2265,
www.bigbamboo.cn) 2) Hongmei
Entertainment Street, No. 20, Lane
3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu 虹
梅路3338号虹梅路休闲街26号, 近延安
西路 (6465 9099, www.bigbamboo.cn)
3) 381 Hongfeng Lu, by Biyun Lu 红枫
路381号, 近碧云路 (5030 1779, www.
bigbamboo.cn)
Bistro Burger
Weekdays 11am-6pm,
RMB75 on any purchase of
a burger and a drink less
than RMB30. Wed 7-9pm, free classic milkshakes with any purchase of
burger. New cocktails available by the
carafe (1 liter) for RMB200.
1/F, 291 Fumin Lu, by Changle Lu 富民
路291号1楼,近长乐路
Late
night
Blue Marlin
Mon-Fri 2-8pm, Sat-Sun 4-8pm, buyone-get-one-free on selected drinks.
1) 689 Lantian Lu, by Yunshan Lu 蓝
天路689号, 近云山路 (5030 9676) 2)
Bld17, Thumb Plaza, 199 Fangdian Lu,
by Dingxiang Lu 芳甸路199号17室, 近
丁香路 (6886 7376)
Bounty Rhumerie
Daily 6-9pm, buy-one-get-one-free on
bottles of beer and planteur.
1) 550 Wuding Lu, by Xikang Lu 武定
路550号, 近西康路 (www.bountybar.
cn) 2) 1/F, 47 Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing
Xi Lu 永福路47号, 近复兴西路 ( www.
bountybar.cn)
Burdigala Wine Bar
Sat 6-9pm, buy-one-get-one-free on
glasses of Bordeaux from the whole
collection.
550 Wuding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 武定
路550号, 近陕西北路 (6217 0377)
Camel Sports Bar
Daily 4-8pm, RMB25 on select drinks.
1) 1 Yueyang Lu, by Dongping Lu 岳
阳路1号, 近东平路 (6437 9446) 2) 116
Weifang Xi Lu, by Pudong Nan Lu
潍坊西路116号, 近浦东南路 (5879
5892)
Ceviche
Tue 6-9pm, RMB100 on freeflow pisco sours.
559 Fuxing Lu, by Sinan Lu 复
兴路559号, 近思南路 (5404
1052)
Cin Cin Wine and Cigar
Lounge
Every Tue-Sat 6-8pm, buyone-get-one-free on all
cocktails on the menu.
Mezzanine floor, Fairmont
Peace Hotel, 20 Nanjing
96
Dong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu 南京
东路20号, 近中山东一路 (6138 6889)
Cotton’s
Mon-Fri 4-8pm, buy-one-get-one-free.
1) 132 Anting Lu, by Jianguo Xi Lu 安
亭路132 号, 近建国西路 (6433 7995) 2)
294 Xinhua Lu, by Panyu Lu 新华路294
号, 近番禺路 (6282 6897)
Enoterra
Mon & Sun 5-8pm, buy-one-get-onefree on all wines by bottle or by glass,
drinks and selected tapas.
1) 53-57 Anfu Lu, by Changshu Lu 安福
路53-57号, 近常熟路 (5404 0050) 2) 58
Taicang Lu, by Ji’nan Lu 太仓路58号, 近
济南路 (5306 3400) 3) 343 Jiaozhou Lu,
by Wuding Lu 胶州路343号, 近武定路
(www.enoteca.com.cn)
Glo Wine Bar
Daily 5pm- 8pm, RMB30 on selected
wines, draught beer and glo signature
mojitos
3/F, 1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu, by Dongping
Lu 乌鲁木齐南路1号3楼, 近东平路 (6466
6565, www.glolondon.com)
Hooters
Mon-Fri 4-7pm, buy-one-get-one-free
on all drinks except Guinness, Kilkenny,
or Long Island Iced Tea.
Super Brand Mall 1/F, 168 Luijiazui Xi
Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 陆家嘴西路
168号, 近陆家嘴环路 (5049 0199); B1,
Shanghai City Center, 100 Zunyi Lu, by
Xianxia Lu 遵义路100号B1层, 近仙霞路
(6237 0080)
Italian Kitchen 26
Fri & Sat 10pm-2am, buy-one-getone-free refill for all glasses of wine
and beer.
23 Anfu Lu, by Changshu Lu 安福路23
号, 近常熟路 (5404 3109)
Kebabs on the Grille
Mon-Fri 5.30-6.30pm, 50 percent off
the whole bill.
People’s Square branch, Unit 103,
Central Plaza, 227 Huangpi Bei Lu, by
Jiangyin Lu 黄陂北路227号中区广场103
室, 近江阴路 (3315 0132, www.kebabsonthegrille.com)
Koala Bar
Daily 3-8pm. Selected drinks buy-oneget-one-free.
280 Huaihai Xi Lu, by Panyu Lu 淮海西
路280号,近番禺路 (5258 8779)
L’atelier
Mon-Sat 6-8pm, 50% off on all “cocktails of the month” and “wines of the
month”.
2/F, 83 Changshu Lu, by Changle Lu 常
熟路83号2楼, 近长乐路(6190 7085)
La Brasserie
Daily 5-9pm, buy-one-get-one-free
on 10 selected cocktails. Get an 8’
complimentary pizza when spending
RMB200 during the “happy hour”.
6/F Ascott Service Apartment, 282
Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Songshan Lu 淮
海中路282号雅诗阁酒店6楼, 近嵩山路
(6091 9893)
La Cocina
Daily 3-7pm, buy-one-get-one-free on
cocktails, beers and house wines.
9 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu 东平
路9号, 近衡山路 (6473 1021)
La Pedrera
Fri & Sat, Tasmania &
Gillardeau oysters buy-oneget-one free. JJ duet jazz and
live jazz from 9pm till late.
33 Sichuan Zhong Lu, by
Yan’an Dong Lu 四川中路33
号, 近延安东路 (6136 0206)
free on Heineken, Tsingtao,
Carlsberg, etc and 20 percent
off on Paulaner, Guinness,
Leffe and other selected
drinks.
930-936 Pudong Dadao, by
Yuanshen Lu 浦东大道930-936
号, 近源深路 (5093 1519)
Roosevelt Rooftop Lounge
and Roosevelt Sky Bar
Daily 2-5pm, RMB148 for
all-you-can-drink frozen
margaritas.
The House of Roosevelt
9 /F, 27 Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing
Dong Lu 中山东一路 (外
滩) 27号罗斯福公馆9楼,
近北京东路 (2322 0800)
Le Cafe des
Stagiaires
Cheap! Daily 4-8pm,
discounted beers
from RMB10/glass and
wines from RMB20/glass.
1085 Wuding Lu, by
Jiaozhou Lu 武定路1085
号, 近胶州路
Isola
Daily 5-7pm, RMB88
on free flow prosecco,
RMB45 for one cocktail
and RMB88 for two, all
accompanied by chef’s
homemade pizza, chicken croquettes and fried
zucchini.
4/F, IFC, 8 Shiji Dadao, by
Lujiazui Huan Lu 世纪大
道8号IFC商场4楼, 近陆家
嘴环路 (5012 1277)
Max Pub
Daily 5-8pm. buy-oneget-one-free on most
draft and bottled beers.
188 Fujian Zhong Lu, by
Fuzhou Lu 福建中路188号,
近福州路 (6375 7707)
Mexico Lindo
Daily 4.30-8pm, buy-one-get-one-free
on beer, wine, cocktails and margaritas
Unit 39 Laowaijie, Lane 3338 Hongmei
Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu 虹梅路3338弄老外
街39号, 近延安西路 (6465 9336)
Morton’s
Mon-Fri 5-7pm, RMB45 on five selected martinis with free steak sandwiches.
4/F, IFC Mall, 8 Shiji Dadao, by
Yincheng Zhong Lu 世纪大道8号国金中
心商场4楼, 近银城中路 (6075 8888)
Paulaner Brauhaus
Daily, 50 percent off beers at Expo
location.
3/F, 555 Shibo Dadao, by Guozhan
Lu 世博大道555号3楼, 近国展路 (2206
0555)
Patachon
Mon-Fri 5-8pm, RMB68 on two
Kronenbourg draught beers, two martinis, or two glasses of wine.
1) No.10, Lane 600 Shaanxi Bei Lu, by
Xinzha Lu (6075 1072) 2) 207 Mengzi
Lu, by Liyuan Lu 3) 426 Dagu Lu, by
Shimen Yi Lu 1)陕西北路600弄10号, 近
新闸路 2) 蒙自路207号, 近丽园路 3) 大
沽路426号, 近石门一路
Pho Co
Daily 3-7pm, Buy one get one free on
selected bottle beers. RMB25 on glasses of house wine or sparkling wine.
920 Changle Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu 长乐
路920弄1号, 近乌鲁木齐路 (5289 6275)
Ricky’s Sports Bar & Grill
Daily 11am-9pm, buy-one-get-one-
Sasha’s
Daily 5-8pm, RMB30
on house selections,
RMB45 for luxury selection.
11 Dongping Lu, by
Hengshan Lu 东平路11
号, 近衡山路 (6474 6628)
Sir Elly’s Terrace
Daily 5-8pm, RMB195/
three-assorted tapas
from the land or
RMB280/three-assorted
tapas from the sea, includes a signature cocktail, a glass of sangria or
house wine.
14/F, The Peninsula Shanghai,
32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing
Dong Lu 上海半岛酒店14层, 中山东一路
32号, 近北京东路 (2327 6756)
The BREW
Daily 4-8pm, buy-one-get-one-free
on all home-crafted beers and house
wines.
1/F, Kerry Hotel Pudong, 1388 Huamu
Lu, by Fangdian Lu 浦东嘉里大酒店1楼,
花木路1388号, 近芳甸路
Tima Harbour
Mon-Fri 5-9.30pm, Carlsberg draft
beer buy-one-get-one-free.
11 Zhenning Lu, by Zhaohua Dong Lu
镇宁路11号, 近昭化东路(6225 8684)
Unico by Mauro Colagreco
Tues, all night, RMB80 for
two sparkling mojitos and
free flow mojitos between
8.30-9.30pm.
Guangdong Lu 中山东一路3号外滩3号2
楼, 近广东路 (5308 5399)
Latin
love
Zapata’s
Daily 5-8pm, 50 percent off on standard drinks (including mojito and
margaritas) and 50 percent off on all
appetizers.
5 Hengshan Lu, by Dongping Lu 衡山
路5号, 近东平路 (6433 4104)
Zpark Bar
Sun- Fri, 5.30-8.30pm, all drinks buyone-get-one-free except bottles.
25/F, Renaissance Shanghai
Zhongshan Park Hotel, 1018
Changning Lu, by Kaixuan Lu 长宁路
1018号25楼, 近凯旋路 (6115 8809)
Ladies’ nightS
Monday
Tima Harbour
5pm onwards. All cocktails buy one get
one free.
11 Zhenning Lu, by Zhaohua Dong Lu,
镇宁路11号, 近昭化东路 (6225 8684)
tuesday
Enoterra
RMB78 on free flow sparkling for
ladies all night.
1) 53-57 Anfu Lu, by Changshu
Lu 安福路53-57号, 近常熟路
(5404 0050) 2) 58 Taicang Lu, by
Ji’nan Lu 太仓路58号, 近济南路
(5306 3400) 3) 343 Jiaozhou Lu,
by Wuding Lu 胶州路343号, 近
武定路 (www.enoteca.com.cn)
L’atelier
9.30pm onwards, RMB20 on
glasses of sparkling wines
and RMB60 on glass champagnes.
2/F, 83 Changshu Lu, by
Changle Lu 常熟路83号2楼,
近长乐路 (6190 7085)
wednesday
Sexy
The Geisha
9pm-12am.
Free sparkling
wine and pink
martinis.
3/F, 390 Shaanxi Nan Lu,
by Fuxing Zhong Lu 陕西南路390号3楼,
近复兴中路 (6403 0244)
Hillbilly Tea
From 5-10pm, gals enjoy an initial free
drink, and RMB30 on all booze concoctions, wine and tea hooch.
171 Jianguo Zhong Lu, by Ruijin Er
Lu建国中路171号, 近瑞金二路 (3356
1315)
Jade on 36
8.30-10.30pm. Complimentary
Tattinger champagne and lounge entertainment galore.
36/F, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng
Lu, by Lujiazui Xi Lu富城路33号36楼, 近
陆家嘴西路(6882 3636)
Kaiba
All night. Buy one get one free on all
fruit lambics and RMB25 Vedett for
ladies.
739 Dingxi Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu 定西路
739号, 近延安西路 (6280 5688, www.
kaiba-beerbar.com)
La Cocina
9.30-11pm. Free flow of selected latino
cocktails, beers and sangria.
9 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu 东平
路9号, 近衡山路 (6473 1021)
La Pedrera
5.30-10.30pm, two free cocktails for
ladies, including Jamaican white
Russians, Jamaican swizzles, espresso
martini cocktails and hurricanes.
33 Sichuan Zhong Lu, by Yan’an Dong
Lu 四川中路33号, 近延安东路 (6136
0206)
Southern Belle
8-11pm. RMB25 house pours for all
the belles in the house.
433 Changle Lu, by Xiangyang Bei Lu
长乐路433号, 近襄阳北路 (5403 3218)
Zapata's
9-12pm. Free Margarita for ladies.
5 Hengshan Lu, by Dongping Lu 衡山
路5号, 近东平路 (6433 4104)
thursday
The Apartment
9-11pm. Free sparkling wine and cosmopolitan for the ladies. Music is RnB/
hip-hop.
3/F, 47 Yongfu Lu, by
Fuxing Xi Lu 永福路47号3
楼, 近复兴西路 (6437 9478)
Big Bamboo
8pm-12am. Free selected
drinks for all ladies.
123 Nanyang Lu, by Tongren
Lu 南阳路123号, 近铜仁路
(6256 2265)
Bistro Burger
Ladies get a free spiked milkshake with any purchase of
burgers.
1/F, 291 Fumin Lu, by Changle
Lu 富民路291号1楼, 近长乐路
(6170 1315, www.bistroburger.
com.cn)
Bar Rouge
6-11.30pm (until 12.30am with
password ‘MVP’) means free
cocktail for the ladies, but free
entry goes all night long.
Nanjing Dong Lu 中山东一路18号7
楼, 近南京东路 (6339 1199)
Glo Wine Bar
8-10pm. One glass of wine and 50% off
tapas for all ladies
3/F, 1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu, by Dongping
Lu 乌鲁木齐南路1号3楼, 近东平路 (6466
6565, www.glolondon.com)
friday
789 Nanjing Lu
9-11pm. Free-flow Martini Brut sparkling
wine and cocktails
65/F, Le Royal Meridien Hotel, 789
Nanjing Dong Lu, by Xizang Lu 南京东
路789号, 上海世茂皇家艾美酒店64-66
层, 近西藏路
The Spot
10pm-late. Complimentary fruit martinis for all ladies.
331 Tongren Lu, by Beijing Lu 铜仁路
331号, 近北京西路 (6247 3579)
saturday
Cin Cin Wine and Cigar Lounge
9-11pm. Free flow of selected cocktails
for ladies.
Mezzanine floor, Fairmont Peace Hotel,
20 Nanjing Dong Lu, by Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu 南京东路20号, 近中山东一路
(6138 6889)
Mexo at the Bund
10pm-12am. Free Margaritas for all
ladies.
Rm114, Wharf 1846, Bldg3, 601
Waima Lu, by Zhuhangmatou Jie 外
马路601号3号楼114室, 近竹行码头街
(3330 0977)
Ricky’s Bar
Pudong Nan Lu 潍坊西路140号,
近浦东南路 (131 222 5201)
Mon-Sun 11am-9pm, buyone-get-one-free on Tiger/
Heineken draft.
930 Pudong Dadao, by
Yuanshen Lu 浦东大道930号, 近
源深路 (5093 1519)
Coconut Bar
Mon-Thurs 2-8pm, Fri-Sun 126pm, buy-one-get-one-free
on Tiger/Heineken draft.
No.12, Lane 199 Fangdian Lu,
by Yanggao Zhong Lu 芳甸路
199弄证大大拇指广场12号, 近杨
高中路 (5033 9879)
HDN
Mon-Sun 11am-8pm, RMB20/
glass on Tiger draft, RMB30/
glass on Heineken draft
special.
629 Lantian Lu, by Yunshan Lu
蓝天路629号, 近云山路 (5030
9980)
JK Bar
Masse
Every Monday, burger set
meal with Tiger beer promotion.
5-6F, 219 Jinxian Lu, by Shaanxi
Nan Lu 进贤路219号5-6楼, 近陕
西南路 (5212 5971)
Red Lion
Mon-Fri 11am-8pm, Sat-Sun
4-8pm, buy-one-get-one-free
on Tiger draft. RMB30/glass
on Heineken draft.
85 Weifang Xi Lu, by Pucheng
Lu 潍坊西路84号, 近浦城路 (139
173 92203)
Banana Bar
Full day promotion, RMB100
for five Tiger crystal pint.
485 Guoding Lu, by Zhengmin
Lu 国定路485弄, 近政民路 (656
55028)
Mon-Sun 4-8pm, buy-oneget-one-free on Tiger/
Heineken draft. RMB150
on free flow Tiger draft on
Saturday only.
1181 Xiuyan Lu, by Henghe
Zhong Lu 秀沿路1181号, 近恒和
中路 (159 217 48845)
Dream Bar
Mon-Sun 4-8pm, buy-oneget-one-free on Tiger/
Heineken draft.
1181 Xiuyan Lu, by Henghe
Zhong Lu 秀沿路1181号, 近恒和
中路 (139 019 35463)
Jolly Dragon
Mon-Sun 4.30-10pm, buyone-get-one-free on Tiger/
Heineken draft.
96 Weifang Xi Lu, by Pucheng
Lu 潍坊西路96号, 近浦城路
(186 160 91684)
LUXE Lounge
Bar
Mon-Fri 4-9pm, Sat-Sun
11am-6pm, buyone-get-one-free on
Tiger/Heineken draft.
140 Weifang Xi Lu, by
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events
CITY SCENEs
Quality Japanese household appliance
brand ZOJIRUSHI held the finale of “taste
of hometown” rice cooker cooking
competition in their flagship experience
store in the Red Town.
Jing’an Kerry Centre held “Heart of the
City” year-end ceremony at Jing’an ShangriLa banquet hall On December 9, drawing
the end of year 2013 in a vibrant and joyful
mood.
Organized by Austen Morris Associates,
Shanghai Chi Fan for Charity celebrated its
third anniversary on November 9. More
than 550 guests attended and generated
more than RMB400,000 in revenue.
Consulars from Cuba, Chile, Egypt, Austria,
Mexico and four other countries jointly
took part in the world-class cigar party
on Dec 3, witnessing the founding of the
Cohiba atmosphere club in elegant and
high end Sinan Mansion.
Embraced by the choir songs from
Singapore International School, Shanghai
Marriott Hotel Luwan hosted an exciting
Christmas tree lighting ceremony On
December 3.
Organized by Shangri-La Hotels and
Resorts, a 2,500-kilometer “Ride for Hope”
charity event was held on December 9 and
raised funds over RMB400,000.
Hotel Indigo
kicked off its third
anniversary with
“Indigo Silver and
Blue” Christmas
tree lighting
ceremony on
December 3.
After successfully launched in Munich,
Hong Kong and Miami, Beyond the
Snowdome finalized its first launching
round at Shanghai MCM Boutique on
December 6.
98
That’s Shanghai
held its 2013
Urban Holiday
Party to address
thanks to all great
sponsors and
supporters like
Camus, Vince,
Ming Song, and
NAPA Wine Bar &
Kitchen.
The “La Vie en Rose” themed Takashimaya
shopping mall won the “2013 Shanghai
Bailian Cup” excellent business image
work award. In the witness of the district
government leaders, Takashimaya
department store held a grand ceremony
on December 11.
The well-known luxury fragrances brand
Atelier Cologne officially launched its first
counter at Lane Crawford in Shanghai
on December 4. Christophe Cervasel, the
creator of Atelier Cologne, flew in from
Paris and shared his inspiration on the
Cologne Absolue invention.
From November 27 to
December 1, Porsche China
joined hands with Porsche
Pudong to display a collection
of awarded art pieces titled
“Porsche Colorful” activities
at the Art021 Shanghai
Contemporary Art Fair to
address their support in
Chinese public welfare
undertakings and art industry
development.
Organized by Canadian and Shanghai
Uni-mice Group, the glamorous Victoria’s
Secret show was held at M2 Club
on December 5, which could be the
announcement of its opening in Shanghai
in the end of December.
The 7th Floor held an opening ceremony
on December 19. Japanese artists
like Koutaro Ooyama were invited to
demonstrate paintings at this event.
The Russian top ranking vodka brand Beluga invited connoisseurs from luxury and wine
appreciation fields to its private wine-tasting party on December 18. Founded in 1900 in
Siberia, Beluga guarantees exceptional purity of taste and quality.
Organized by Bazaar Art and Shanghai
emerging art organization Shang Dong
1778 ART UNION, a Runway Art Carnival
took place on October 26.
The third ORBIS “Through Your Eyes” Charity
Gala Dinner was held on December 15 at
Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai. Over 200
celebrities and philanthropists, including
the famous Hong Kong based actress Weng
Hong, attended this event.
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listings
restaurant
American
Beef & Liberty A burger restaurant offering
hand-made , premium hamburgers made
from grass-fed, Australian Certified Angus
beef that is ground in-house, twice a day.
Suite 111, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing
West Lu, by Xikang Lu Daily 11am to 11pm
hooch cocktails for the Shanghai pooulace.
As long as the kitchen continues to serve
pork and pone (cornbread baked in a
skillet), we're sold! Rm 203, 171 Jianguo
Zhong Lu, by Ruijin Er Lu (3356 1315) www.
hillbillytea.cn.com, winter hours: Wed-Sun
5-10pm, closed Mon & Tues 建国中路 171 号
203 室，近瑞金二路
南京西路 1376 号上海商城 111 单元，近西康路
11pm; Fri-Sat 8-12am (6139 8297) 1) 南京西
路 1376 号上海商城 112 室 , 近西康路 2) 淮海中
路 1028 号嘉华中心 4 楼 , 近东湖路 3) 陆家嘴西
路 168 号正大广场 1 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路 4) 虹桥路
1 号港汇广场 1 楼 , 近华山路 5) 西藏南路 228 号
6 楼 , 近桃源路 6) 世纪大道 100 号环球金融中心
2 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路 7) 延安西路 2088 号虹桥嘉顿
广场一层 , 近伊犁路 8) 红枫路 331 号 , 近碧云路
9) 花木路 1378 号浦东嘉里城 1 楼 , 近芳甸路 10)
太仓路 181 弄新天地北里 18 号楼 02 单元 11) 淮
海中路 300 号 K11 艺术中心 4 楼 402, 近黄陂南
路 12) 南京西路 1551 号静安嘉里中心 N1-12，
N2-11 单元 , 近铜仁路
Pentalounge A so-called “lifestyle lounge”
in Changning District where you can meet
friends for drinks and dishes or share relax
with unlimited free WiFi and your favorite
Chinese and Western “comfort foods”. 1/
F, 1525 Dingxi Lu, by Changning Lu. (6252
1111) Daily 6-12am 定西路 1525 号 1 楼 , 近长
Bubba’s Texas-style Bar-B-Que and Saloon
1) 2262 Hongqiao Lu, by Jianhe lu (6242
2612) Daily 11am-12pm, Dining until 10pm
www.bubbasasia.com/ 2) Rm. 101, 1011
Xueye Lu by tangzijing lu (2206 0338) Daily
11am-12am 1) 长宁区虹桥路 2262 号 , 近剑河路 .
2) 雪野路 1011 号 101 室，近塘子泾路
glo London Rooftop BBQ Spend a pleasant
weekend dining on hickory-oak smokepit
BBQ on an open rooftop. 4/F, 1 WulumuqiNan Lu, by Dongping Lu (6466 6565) ThursSun: 11am-Midnight shanghai@glolondon.
com 乌鲁木齐南路 1 号 4 楼 , 近东平路
Riveria Enjoy weekend BBQ brunches,
English afternoon teas and Mediterranean
dinners served at this green and modern
waterfront villa-style restaurant. Bld 21, 1888
Pu Ming Lu, by Longyang Lu (6100 2097) 浦
明路 1888 号 , 近龙阳路
宁路
Shanghai Slims One of the more reasonably
priced steakhouses around town, Chef
Adam Levin ages his meat beautifully. Also
serves up lobster mac&cheese and other
haute takes on American grub. 10-12, Sinan
Mansion, 523 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Sinan Lu
(6426 0162) Daily 11.30am-10pm info@daibiao.com 复兴中路 523 弄思南公馆 10-12 号 ,
近思南路
Bistro Burger Bistro Burger serves 100
percent Australian beef patties with special
spices and fresh ingredients and milkshakes
made with New Zealand ice cream. The
bistro also functions as a bar where a wide
selection of beers and cocktail concoctions
can be best enjoyed. 1/F, 291 Fumin Lu, by
Changle Lu (6170 1315) Sun-Thu: 10-12am;
Fri-Sat: 10-2am www.bistroburger.com.cn 富
Bakery
Baker & Spice Excellent fresh-baked pastries
and spot-on baguettes. Brought to you from
the makers of Wagas. 1) 1/F, 195 Anfu Lu,
by Wulumuqi Lu (5404 2733) Daily 7am8.30pm. 2) Unit 118, 1/F, Shanghai Centre,
1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu (6289
8875) 1) 安福路 195 号 1 楼，近乌鲁木齐路 2) 南
民路 219 号 1 楼 , 近长乐路
京西路 1376 号上海商城 1 楼 118 单元 , 近西康路
Blue Frog 1) Lower Level, Unit 12, 131
Tianyaoqiao Lu, by Xingeng Lu (3368 6117)
Daily 10am-late www.bluefrog.com.cn 2) 30,
Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Hongxu Lu (5422
5119) Daily 10am-late www.bluefrog.com.
cn/ 3) Green Sports & Leisure Center, R3633 Biyun Lu, by Yunshan Lu (5030 6426)
Daily 10am-late 4) 6/F Daning Life Hub,
1918 Gonghe Xin Lu, by Daning Lu (6631
3920) Daily 10am-late 5) B109, 100 Century
Avenue, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (6877 8668)
Daily 9-2am www.bluefrog.com.cn 1) 天钥
Baker One A member of the Fairchild Group,
founded in 1984, this Canadian company has
over 28 years of prestigious history turns out
tasty baked goods that use all-natural and
fresh ingredients. 1) 559 Nanchang Lu, by
Shaanxi Nan Lu (6211-8217, www.bakerone.
cn) 2) 300 Hankou Lu, by Jiujiang Lu 1) 南昌路
Hillbilly Tea A hipster ode to southern
American food. The team hopes to translate
down-home cooking, mountain tea and
100
Bistro Sambal Located at the new Eco Village Area, this daytime cafe
- proudly being part of the
Cafe Sambal Team, serves modern Malaysian dishes in a open kitchen, highlighting
satay in the bun, nasi Lemak (coconut rice),
a variety of curry set meals and sweet savory comes with fresh blended juices. Daily
5-8pm, all drinks buy-one-get-one-free. Bld6,
485 Fenglin Lu, by Zhongshan Nan Er Lu
(3137 3840) 枫林路 485 号，近中山南二路
559 号 , 近陕西南路 2) 汉口路 300 号 , 近九江路
齐南路 1 号 1 楼 , 近东平路
Gourmet High class sweets and other baked
goodies. Pudong Shangri-La Hotel, Level 1,
Tower 2, 33 Fu Cheng Lu, by Yincheng Dong
Lu (5888 2957) Daily 7.30am-8pm 富城路 33
Dakota French Bistro with a New York
slant, with seasonal changing menu, its
understated yet fresh brunch menu, fresh
Oysters, its quaint and snob free. 38 Donghu
Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu (5403 8906) MonSat:11-2am; Sun 11-10pm www.dakotabistro.
com 东湖路 38 号 , 近淮海中路
近富城路 2) 淮海中路 1498 号 1 号楼一层 , 近乌鲁
木齐南路 3) 仙霞路 99 号尚嘉中心三层 , 近遵义路
4) 北京市朝阳区工人体育场东路，中国红街 1 号楼
201 5) 成都市武侯区科华北路 62 号力宝大厦一层
恒隆广场 111A 室 , 近西康路
glo London Bakery Cafe Freshly-baked
bread, croissants, pastries, cakes and
scones plus fresh juices & roasted coffee.
1/F, 1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu, by Dongping Lu
(6466 6565) Daily 7am-10pm shanghai@
glolondon.com www.glolondon.com 乌鲁木
桥路 131 号地下一层 12 室 , 近辛耕路 2) 虹梅路
3338 弄虹梅步行休闲街 30 号 , 近虹许路 3) 浦东
金桥 , 碧云路 633 号 -3，近云山路 4) 共和新路
1918 号大宁国际商业广场 6 楼 , 近大宁路 5) 世纪
大道 100 号 B109 室 , 近陆家嘴环路
Hooters Great food, great beverages, and
pretty HOOTERS Girls. -This is HOOTERS! 1)
1/F, Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by
Fucheng Lu (5049 0199) 2) 1/F, 1498 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Wulumuqi Nan Lu (6437 9811)
3) 3/F, L’Avenue, 99 Xianxia Lu, by Zunyi Lu
(6212 0296) 4) 201, China View Building
No.1,East Worker's Stadium Lu,Chaoyang
District,Beijing (010 6585 8787) 5) 1F, Lippo
Tower, No.62 North Kehua Lu,Chengdu (028
6281 8877) 1) 陆家嘴西路 168 号正大广场一层 ,
Cafes
Alfie’s by KEE With a selection of simple but
high quality European food, this relaxing
high-end spot is perfect for business lunch,
coffee and afternoon tea. A concept lounge
and dining room under Alfred Dunhill and
runs by the Private Members Club--KEE Club.
Unit 111A, Alfred Dunhill Flag Shop, Plaza
66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu ((6288
3822) Mon-Sat 10am-10pm 南京西路 1266 号
号香格里拉酒店 2 号楼 1 楼 , 近银城东路
Element Fresh Chain of restaurants and
one of the longest running with quality
ingredients and good service. One of the
mainstays in Shanghai. 1) Rm.112, Shanghai
Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu
(6279 8682) Mon-Thurs: 7am-11pm; Fri-Sat:
7-12am Sun 7am-11pm 2) 4/F, 1028 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Donghu Lu (5403 8865) MonThus: 8am-11pm; Fri-Sat: 8-12am; Sun 8am11pm 3) 1/F Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui
Xi Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (5047 2060) MonThurs: 9am-10.30pm; Fri 9am-11pm SatSun: 8am-10.30pm 4) 1/F, Grand Gateway,
1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huashan Lu (6407 5992)
Mon-Thurs: 7am-11pm; Fri-Sat: 7-12am; Sun
7am-11pm 5) 6/F, 228 Xizang Nan Lu, by
Taoyuan Lu (6334 3598) Daily 7am-10.30pm
6) 2/F, Shanghai World Financial Center,
100 Shiji Da Dao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (6877
4001) Daily 10am-10pm 7) 1/F, 2088 Yanan Xi
Lu, by Yili Lu (6083 7436) Mon-Thurs: 9am10.30pm; Fri 9am-11pm; Sat 8am-11pm; Sun
8am-10.30pm 8) Green City, 331 Hongfeng
Lu, by Biyun Lu (3382 1700) Mon-Fri: 9am10.30pm; Sat: 8am-11pm; Sun 8am-10.30pm
9) 1/F 1378 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu (2022
2537) Mon-Thurs: 9am-10.30pm; Fri 9am11pm; Sat 8am-11pm; Sun 8am-10.30pm 10)
unit 2, building 18, north block xintiandi,
181 taicang Lu Sun-Thurs 8am-12pm; Fri-Sat
8am-2am (6326 0950) 11) Shop 402, 4/F, K11
Art Mall, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Huangpi
Nan Lu Daily 10am-10pm (6315 2070) 12)
Unit N1-12, N2-11, Jing’an Kerry Centre, 1551
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Tongren Lu Sun-Thurs 8am-
La Boulangerie This charming and authentic
little French-style bakery has fresh bread,
croissants and pastries every morning.
RMB16 for an Americano. More French than
France itself. 54 Yongkang Lu,by Xiangyang
Lu (3425 0210) 永康路 54 号，近襄阳路
Sunflour Bakery & Café (Anfu) Not only
has excellent baked goods but also serves
good breakfast and lunch options. 322 Anfu
Lu, by Wukang Lu (6473 7757) 7am-10pm
sunflour@sunflour.com.cn www.sunfour.
com.cn 安福路 322 号 , 近武康路
BBQ
Latina Latina pulls out all the stops with
their endless portions of gaucho-style grilled
meats. It’s easily one of the best Brazilian
churrascarias in town. 1) 2/F, La Villa, 165
Lujiazui Huan Lu, by Lujiazui Dong Lu (3383
0577) 11am-11.30pm 2) 166 Grand Gateway,
1 Hongqiao Lu, by Zhaojiabang Lu (6447
2260) Mon-Fri 11am-11pm; Sat-Sun 11-12am
3) 1/F, 633 Biyun Lu, by Lan’an Lu (5030
6672) 11am-11.45pm 4) Unit101-201, Block5,
Lane123 Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu (6320
3566) Daily 10-2am 5) B1-B2, 2002 Shiji Da
Dao, by Yingchun Lu (6854 5484) 11am-9pm
6) Latina Center 66 Wuxi, 1/F, 139 Renmin
Zhong Lu, Chong'an District, Wuxi (0510
8185 6996) 1) 陆家嘴环路 165 号 2 楼 , 近陆家嘴
东路 2) 虹桥路 1 号港汇广场 1 楼 166 商铺 , 近肇
嘉浜路 3) 碧云路 633 号金桥碧云体育休闲中心 1
楼 , 近蓝桉路 4) 兴业路 123 弄新天地南里 5 号楼
单元 101-201, 近马当路 5) 世纪大道 2002 号亚
太盛汇广场 B1-B2, 近迎春路 6) 无锡恒隆店 , 无锡
市崇安区人民中路 139 号恒隆广场 1 楼
Brioche Doree Offering great baguettes,
breads and savory meals, this French chain is
a good option for those looking for a quick
bistro fix. 1) 7 Donghu Lu, by Huaihai Zhong
Lu (6472 8977) 2) 98 Yanping Lu, by Xinzha
Lu (6272 1008) 1) 东湖路 7 号 , 近淮海中路 2) 延
平路 98 号 , 近新闸路
Café 1188 Sleek and stylish, featuring open
show kitchens, 1930 historical villas, and
indoor and outdoor dining. Lobby level,
InterContinental Shanghai Expo,1188 Xueye
Lu, by Shibo Dadao (3858 1188) 6.3010am; 11am-2.30pm; 5.30-10pm www.
ichotelsgroup.com/intercontinental/en/gb/
locations/hotel-features/dining/restaurants/
shanghai-expo 雪野路 1188 号世博洲际酒店 ,
近世博大道
Cafe Barbera With more than 140 years’
perfection in coffee, Cafe Barbera is
delighted to bring Barbera tradition, art
and passion from Italy to China. 102 Wanke
Square, 17 Shuicheng Nan Lu, by Huangjin
Chengdao (5206 8001) 水城南路 17 号万科广场
102, 近黄金城道
Coffee Tree With a light and airy European
look, the cozy spot offers an array of fresh
and homemade items including salads,
sandwiches, quiche, pasta, and cakes using
the finest ingredients. Ferguson Lane, 376
Wukang Lu, by Tai’an Lu (6466 0361) MonSun 9am-10pm www.coffeetreecafe.com.cn
武康路 376 号 , 近泰安路
Citizen Café & Bar Charming Euro-style
cafe offering fine coffees, teas, cocktails as
well as sandwiches and pastas. First floor is
smoky, but the terrace is lovely on a nice day.
222 JinXian Lu, by Shanxi Nan Lu (6258 1620)
Daily 11-12.30am www.citizenshanghai.com/
进贤路 222 号 , 近陕西南路
Éclair Éclair offers the largest selection of
gourmet éclairs in classic and innovative
flavors. There’re also chocolates, cakes,
freshly baked breads, sandwiches, etc
available. The outdoor terrace facing
Songshan Lu is a nice place for friends’ gettogether. 1/F, Andaz Shanghai, 88 Songshan
Lu, by Taicang Lu (2310 1720) Daily 7am10pm www.andazshanghai.com 嵩山路 88 号
1 楼 , 近太仓路
Gloria Jean’s Coffees An Australian owned
global specialty coffee shop with over 1,000
coffee houses worldwide, who runs its
own coffee university and is dedicated in
handcrafting each drink to perfection. 1)
106, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Pu’an Lu (3330
1599)2)1/F, 506 Shangcheng Lu, by Pudong
Nan Lu (5011 5232) 3)1/F, 68 Yincheng
Zhong Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (5091 7926) 1)
淮海中路 138 号无限度广场 106 室 , 近普安路 2)
商城路 506 号新梅联合广场 1 楼 123-B 单元 , 近
浦东南路 3）银城中路 68 号时代金融中心 1 楼 ,
近陆家嘴环路
House of Flour A consistent winner of our
Readers’ Choice Awards, this bistro/cafe
serves some of the city’s best desserts as
well as some great sandwiches, salads and
pastas. We love their chocolate cake. Unit2,
1/F Shanghai Legend, 635 Bibo Lu, by Zu
Chongzhi Lu (5080 6230) Daily 7am-9pm 碧
波路 635 号上海传奇 1 楼 2 号店 , 近祖冲之路
Lapis Cafe Unique rooftop glasshouse with
an amazing afternoon tea set and affordable
menu selections. 6/F, 818 Nanjing Xi Lu, by
Shimen Yi Lu (3203 1377) Daily 11am - 6pm
Lu (5292 5228) 7am-10pm 2) 199 Fangdian
Lu, by Dingxiang Lu (5033 6277) 7am-10pm
3) Rm108 Maxdo Center, 86 Xianxia Lu,
by Hami Lu (5208 1978) 7am-10pm 4) 300
Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Madang Lu (6335
3739) 7am-10:30pm 5) 288 Jiujiang Lu, by
Henan Zhong Lu (3366 5026) Mon-Fri: 7am8pm; Sat-Sun: 9:30am-6pm 6) Shop 201,
169 Wujiang Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu (6267
0339) 8am-10:30pm 7) 283 Jianguo Xi Lu, by
Jiashan Lu (5466 8312) 7am-8pm 8) G104,
999 Pudong Nan Lu, by Zhangyang Lu (5134
1075) 7am-9:30pm 9) 1/F, 1233 Lujiazui
Huan Lu, by Dongchuan Lu (5879 4235)
Mon-Fri: 7am-6pm; Closed on Sat&Sun 10)
1/F, 265Jiaozhou Lu, by Xinzha Lu (6272
0353) 7am-11pm 11) L102, 1/F Channel One,
155 Changshou Lu, by Shanxi Bei Lu (3131
5008) Mon-Sun: 7am-11pm 1) 南京西路 1168
号 , 近江宁路 2) 芳甸路 199 弄大拇指广场 31 号 ,
近丁香路 3) 仙霞路 86 号万都商城 108 室 , 近哈密
路 4) 淮海中路 300 号香港新世界广场 , 近马当路
5) 九江路 288 号 , 近河南中路 6) 吴江路 169 号
201 商铺 , 近南京西路 7) 建国西路 283 号 , 近嘉
善路 8) 浦东南路 999 号新梅联合大厦 104 号 , 近
张杨路 9) 陆家嘴环路 1233 号汇亚大厦 1 楼 , 近东
川路 10) 胶州路 265 号 1 楼 , 近新闸路 11) 长寿路
155 号调频壹广场 1 楼 L102, 近陕西北路
Whisk Choco Cafe While best known for its
sumptuous chocolate desserts, Whisk also
does a brisk business with risottos, pastas,
panini and pizza. 1250 Huaihai Zhong Lu,
by Huating Lu (5404 7770) Daily 10.30am11.30pm www.whisk.com.cn 淮海中路 1250
号 , 近华亭路
chinese
南京西路 818 号 6 楼 , 近石门一路
Le Crème Milano Offering real Italian
handmade artisan gelato in Shanghai since
2008, you can see the sweet treats being
made daily at their open factory on Shaanxi
Lu, enjoy cake ice cream on Fumin Lu or
relax with a scoop in Gubei. 1) 434 Shaanxi
Nan Lu ,by Yongjia Lu (6433 5208) 2) 173
Fumin Lu, by Julu Lu (5403 3918) 3) Huangjin
Chengdao Pedestrian entrance, by Gubei Lu
(3255 0371) www.lecrememilano.com 1) 陕
西南路 434 号 , 近永嘉路 2) 富民路 173 号 , 近巨
鹿路 3) 黄金城道步行街口 , 近古北路
MoMo Café Bring your friends and treat
yourselves to an all-you-can-eat weekend
feast at MoMo Café where you may find
both local and international seafood,
crisp salads, carving delights and delicious
desserts including endless scoops of New
Zealand Natural. Weekend seafood dinner
buffet is on offer every Friday through
Sunday evening at just RMB228+15% per
person. 2/F Courtyard By Marriott Shanghai
Xujiahui, 100 Hongqiao Lu, by Yishan Lu
(6129 2944) Fri-Sun: 5.30-9pm 虹桥路 100 号
上海西藏大厦万怡酒店 2 楼 , 近宜山路
Nar Cafe & Yoga Lounge Rm108, Block 6,
999 GaoJing Lu, by Huqingping Gong Lu
(5988 9814) Mon-Thurs: 9am-9pm; Fri-Sun:
10am-10pm regina@nar-sh.com 高泾路 999
号 6 号楼 108 室 , 近沪青平公路
Pacific Coffee Inspired from the coffee
culture from Seattle, Pacific Coffee serves
great Italian espresso based coffee in
generous American sizes, cakes and other
great offers in a welcoming ambience. 1)
Rm102, 1/F Lansheng Building, 208 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Xizang Nan Lu (3315 3296)
2) Rm211-212, 2/F, 300 Nanjing Dong Lu,
by Henan Zhong Lu (6045 2218) 3) 1/F, 618
Xujiahui Lu, by Ruijin Er Lu (6093 2219) 4) 1/
F Thumb Plaza, No.11 Lane 199 Fangdian
Lu, by Dingxiang Lu (6892 0007) 5) 1F-A, 367
Pucheng Lu, by Qixin Lu (5062 3701) www.
pacificcoffee.com 1) 淮海中路 2-8 号蘭生大厦
1 楼 02 室 2) 南京东路 300 号名人购物中心 2 楼
211-212 室 3) 徐家汇路 618 号 1 楼 , 近瑞金二路
4) 芳甸路 199 弄大拇指广场 11 号 1 楼 , 近丁香路
5）浦城路 367 号 1F-A, 近启新路
Pudong City Bistro The all-day-dining casual
restaurant features interactive show kitchens
and live cooking stations for breakfast, lunch
and dinner, which is complimented by an
extensive a la carte menu. 2/F, 15 Xinjinqiao
Lu, by Hongfeng Lu (6036 8855) 新金桥路 15
号 2 楼 , 近红枫路
Simply life bakery cafe Nestled in the
tranquil neighborhood of Jinqiao, this oneyear old café is gaining popularity with its
array of freshly baked bread, pastries and
cakes. With an appealing and healthy lunch
menu of salads and sandwiches, the cafe
has the best croissants, chocolate éclairs
and carrot cakes to offer. 576 Biyun Lu, by
Yunshan Lu (6105 2968) Mon-Sun 7am-7pm
碧云路 576 路 , 近云山路
The Dining Room Creating a new Shanghai
dining scene, the Dining Room is where you
get a taste of new Shanghainese cuisine in a
simple but modern environment. Shop A-003,
L'Avenue, LG2, 99 Xianxia Lu (6067 3751) 仙
霞路 99 号尚嘉中心 LG2 层 A-003 室 , 近遵义路
Wagas 1) 1168 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Jiangning
beijing
Jing Hui Cui Parent company Xinwang
Group has departed from their Cantonese
roots to bring Shanghai excellent Beijing
duck, plus an array of dishes that will please
both northern and southern palates like
handpulled noodles and marinated sea
whelks. 8001, Cloud Nine Shopping Mall,
1018 Changning Lu, by Kaixuan Lu (6212
6986) 长宁路 1018 号中山公园龙之梦购物中心
8001 商铺 , 近凯旋路
Open Door
Alcove 1982
Fresh offerings from the Mediterranean
sitting on the quiet side of panyu lu, the two-storey Alcove 1982 stands out with its
modern, cozy outdoor area and medieval décor inside. offering mediterranean fare
focusing on france and italy, you’ll find a host of things to like. start with chef salad
(rmB50), a stack of mixed vegetables - lettuce, chunks of tomatoes and onions - along
with slices of smoked chicken breast lie loosely under a layer of potatoes nuggets
to create a tender, fresh texture. with cream sauce and julienned cheese on the
top, a main course of penne with bacon, onions and mushroom (rmB58) is rich and
indulgent, yet not too oily. lunch sets like a starter, main and a cup of coffee or tea
(rmB68) are nice options for workers in the area. After 9pm, Alcove transforms into a
nice bar to hangout. opening hours in the evening are flexible however, so you might
want to call first before heading over in the evening. //390 panyu lu, by fahuazhen
lu 番禺路390号, 近法华镇路 (6215 5531)
Cantonese
Cha Canting With its bright, chintzy interior,
awesome HK diner-style dishes and more
variations on tea and soda than you ever
knew, Cha’s is a definite Shanghai favorite.
Expect a long line during traditional meal
hours. 1) 1/F, 30-32 Sinan Lu, by Huaihai
Zhong Lu (6093 2062) Daily 11-2am 2) Novel
Plaza B18, 131 Tianyaoqiao Lu by Xingeng
Lu (3461 5868) Daily 11am-2am 1) 思南路
30-32 号 1 楼 , 近淮海中路 2) 天钥桥路 131 号
B18 室近辛耕路
Gui Hua Lou A meld of Shangri-la’s impeccable service and well-made Sichuanese,
Shanghainese and Cantonese cuisine. 2/
F, Tower1, Pudong Shangri-La Hotel, 33
Fucheng Lu, by Yingcheng Dong Lu (5888
3697) Lunch Mon-Sat 11.30am-3pm; Sun
11am-4pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 5.30-10.30pm;
Sun 5-10.30pm www.shangri-la.com 富城路
33 号浦东香格里拉酒店 2 楼 , 近银城东路
Manchuria Upscale, new-age Cantonese
cuisine with excellent soups and other
delicacies. 3-4/F, Bldg 11-12, 889 Julu Lu,
by Changshu Lu (6445 8082) Daily 11am2.30pm; 5.30-10pm 巨鹿路 889 号 (11-12 幢
3-4 层 ), 近常熟路
Mao This restaurant works to blend
modernity with local tradition. Its plethora
of Cantonese specialties are elegantly
presented 5/F Sofitel Hyland Hotel, 505
Nanjing Dong Lu, by Fujian Zhong Lu (6351
5888) Daily 11.30am-2.30pm; 5.30-10.30pm
sofitel-catering@hyland-shanghai.com www.
sofitel.com/gb/hotel-1603-sofitel-shanghaihyland/index.shtml 南京东路 505 号索菲特海仑
宾馆 5 楼 , 近福建中路
Man Ho With a good selection of traditional
Cantonese dishes and Shanghai favorites,
Man Ho provides five private lake-view
rooms that are perfect for both private and
business parties. 5/F, 15 Xinjinqiao Lu, by
Hongfeng Lu (6036 8866) 新金桥路 15 号 5 楼 ,
近红枫路
Ming Yuan A contemporary upscale
Chinese culinary journey for epicures,
serving traditional Cantonese cuisine paying
homage to classic Chinese influences in
a contemporary style. Ming Yuan offers a
range of dining options varying for private
dining rooms and large group tables. Lunch
11.30am – 2.30pm; Dinner 5.30-9.30pm. 2nd
floor, Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund,
19 Haiping Lu, by Gongping Lu (2509 1188)
Lunch 11.30am – 2.30pm; Dinner 5.30–
9.30pm. banyantree.com 海平路 19 号悦榕庄 2
Open door
The Chinoise Story
A new take on old traditions
set inside the five star jin jiang hotel, this long-time shanghainese favorite brings a
new twist to chinese new year culinary celebrations with a menu featuring jazzed up
traditional treats. enhance your luck with a fortune-geared sashimi plate (rmB188238/six-eight people) where each slice of raw fish symbolizes unlimited blessings and
new starts. in addition, feast your eyes and taste buds on a treasure chest of poon
choi (rmB1,388/six people), a dish originating from the song Dynasty. this feast in a
bowl is comprised of layers of different ingredients piled inside a large, traditionally
wooden basin. using this cornucopia as the center of its menu, the chinoise story’s
own chef presents a new interpretation of poon choi, using unique, high end ingredients yet managing to maintain its original characteristics and flavor. finish off with
a light dessert of moist, homemade coconut cakes (rmB58), which you can eat in or
take away. // 1/f, jinjiang hotel, 59 maoming nan lu, by changle lu 茂名南路59号, 近
长乐路 (6445 1717)
楼 , 近公平路
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Molokai With an infusion of signature
Cantonese dishes and continental cuisine,
Molokai is a Hong Kong bistro that offers
a distinct menu with flavors from both the
east and west. 3/F, Xintiandi South Plaza,
Bldg 6, 123 Xingye Lu, by Zizhong Lu (5321
0881) Daily 11am-11pm 兴业路 123 号新天地南
里 3 楼 , 近自忠路
Qianyue Court This hidden gem of a
Shunde restaurant commands two floors
of Cantonese cuisine. They offer everything
from dim sum to congee hot pot. Enjoy! 2-3/
F, 1414 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu
(6418 9196) 11am-2.30pm; 5.30-11pm 淮海中
路 1414 号 2-3 楼 , 近复兴西路
Shen Yue Xuan 1) 4/F, Central Plaza, 381
Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Madang Lu (5382
2222) Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5pm-11pm 2) 849
Huashan Lu, by Fuxing xi Lu (6251 1166)
Mon-Fri 11am-midnight, Sat-Sun 7.30am midnight 1) 淮海中路 381 号 , 中环广场 4 楼 , 近
马当路 2) 华山路 849 号 , 近复兴西路
Sheng Hui Tang Authentic Cantonese dishes
in high-end surroundings. Six private rooms
and spectacular views of the Nanpu Bridge
and Huangpu River. 2/F InterContinental
Shanghai Expo, 1188 Xueye Lu, by Nanmatou
Lu (3858 1172) 11.30am-2.30pm; 5.30-9.30pm
www.ichotelsgroup.com/intercontinental/
en/gb/locations/hotel-features/dining/
restaurants/shanghai-expo 雪野路 1188 号上
海世博洲际酒店 2 楼 , 近南码头路
hot-pot
Mahota Kitchen The farm-to-city store of
Mahota Farm serves hotpot using freshly
harvest safe ingredients and offers a range
of fresh produce direct from the farm. 1/F,
M-Town, 680 Huaihai Xi Lu, by Hongqiao Lu
(5267 9988) www.themahota.com 淮海西路
680 号新淮海坊一层泰生天地 , 近虹桥路
南路 56 号 2 楼 , 近长乐路 2) 东平路 5 号 , 近衡山
路 3) 古羊路 300 号 -22，近伊犁南路
Gu Yi 87 Fumin Lu, by Julu Lu (6249 5628)
Daily 11am-2pm; 5.30pm-10.30pm 富民路 87
号 , 近巨鹿路
Hunan House A very pretty Hunan
restaurant by Cotton (of Cotton’s) located in
a converted Concession villa. No.2, Lane49,
Fuxing Xi Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu (3461 1377)
Mon-Fri: 4.30pm-11.30pm; Sat-Sun 11am11.30pm www.cottonshunanhouse.com 复兴
Shanghainese
T’ang Court A signature Chinese restaurant
at The Langham, Xintiandi which is
rebranded from its former name Ming Court
that provides authentic Cantonese cuisine
for discerning local and international guests.
5/F, The Langham Xintiandi, 99 Madang Lu,
by Taicang Lu Mon-Fri, 11.30am-2pm; 5.3010pm. Sat-Sun, 11am-2.30pm; 5.30-10pm 马
当路 99 号新天地朗廷酒店 5 楼唐阁 , 近太仓路
Yi Long Court Themed on the residence
of a 1930’s Shanghainese nobleman
(complete with a coveted chefs’ table and
six different private rooms), celebrated
Hong Kong Chef Dicky To serves authentic
dim sum and Cantonese cuisine. 2/F, The
Peninsula Shanghai, 32 Zhongshan Dong
Yi Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu (2327 6742) Daily
11.30am–2.30pm; 6-10.30pm peninsula.com
Bao Luo Some may carp that it has become
an expat trap over the years. But, this place
is still wildly popular with locals. Don’t miss
their mammoth-sized shengjian bao. 271
Fumin Lu, by Changle Lu (5403 7239) Daily
11-4.30am 富民路 271 号 , 近长乐路
Club Jin mao One of the most prestigious
Shanghainese restaurants offering the finest
facilities, traditional Chinese elements and
authentic cuisines. Six private dining rooms
and A La Carte area overlooks views of the
city skylines. 86/F JinMao Tower, 88 Shiji Da
Dao, by Dongtai Lu (5049 1234) Lunch: Daily
11.30am-2.30pm; Dinner: Daily 5.30-10.30pm
世纪大道 88 号 86 楼 , 近东泰路
Dragon Phoenix One of the city’s high-end
Chinese restaurant offering quintessential
Shanghainese and Cantonese cuisine in one
of four private dining rooms. Expect excellent service complete with a personal butler.
An impressive venue for guests and business
associates. 8/F, Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20
Nanjing Dong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu
(6321 6888) Lunch: Daily 11.30am-2.30pm,
Dinner: Daily5.30-10pm, www.peacehotel.
com.cn/ 南京东路 20 号上海和平饭店 8 楼 , 近中
山东一路
中山东一路 32 号上海半岛酒店 2 楼 , 近北京东路
Yue Xuan Savour the most authentic
Cantonese food in Shanghai in the elegant
surroundings of our Yue Xuan restaurant.
From traditional dim sum treats to
delectable steamed fish, selected fresh
from our seafood tanks, the diverse menu
will satisfy. 1/F, Tower 2, 1116 Hongsong
Dong Lu, by Songyuan Lu (3323 6574)
Lunch: 11.30-2.30pm; Dinner: 5.30-10pm
SHASH.FB@hilton.com www.hilton.com.cn/
shanghaihongqiao 红松东路 1116 号 2 号楼 1
1525 号 2 楼 , 近长宁路
YUE A Chinese restaurant offering all
local favorites and regional specialties
plus authentic Cantonese cuisine which
creates a warm and unique dining
experience. Sheraton Shanghai Waigaoqiao
Hotel,28 Jilong Lu, by Xinlan Lu, China
(Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone (3121 9662)
Daily11.30am-2pm,5-10pm 上海外高桥喜来登
酒店 , 中国（上海）自由贸易试验区基隆路 28 号 ,
近新兰路
102
一路 2 号外滩华尔道夫酒店 5 楼 , 近广东路
Sichuan
Shanghai Min A Shanghainese restaurant
grown up from a local dining venue to a
national phenomenon, Shanghai Min has
dedicated in local cuisine for 26 years and
is known for authentic Shanghai flavor and
excellent food quality. 1)Room 304, 3/F, CITIC
PLAZA, 1350, Sichuan Bei Lu, by Wujin Lu 2)
L225, 2/F, Kerry Parkside, 1378 Huamu Lu,
by Jinxiu Lu 3) 2/F, Enterprise Square, 228,
Meiyuan Lu,by Gonghe Lu 4)3/F, Building
8, 1968, Gonghexin Lu, by Daning Lu 5)
588, Dalian Road, by Zhoujiazui Lu 6) 7/F,
Shanghai Golden Eagle Square, 278,Shaanxi
Bei Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu 7) 2-5/F, Shanghai
Oriental Centre, 699 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Wujiang Lu 8) 2/F, South Block Plaza, 123 Xingye
Lu, by Madang Lu 9) 4/F, 999 Changning Lu,
by Huichuan Lu 10) 4/F, Wharf 2, 579 Waima
Lu, by Zhuxingmatou Jie 11) 9/F, 168 Lujiazui
Xi Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 12) 7/F, 2727
Binjiang Dadao, Oriental Riverside Hotel, by
Oriental Pearl Tower 13) 4/F, 500 Pudong
Nan Lu, by Lujiazui Dong Lu 14) 2/F, Building
6, 3611 Zhangyang Lu, Jinqiao International
Commercial Plaza, by Jinqiao Lu 15) 4/F, 777
Jiamusi Lu, WH Ming Hotel, by Yingkou Lu
16) 3337 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu 17)
Building A, 565 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by
Dongmen Lu (400 820 9777) 1）四川北路
1350 号第三层 304 单元 , 近武进路 2）花木路
1378 号浦东嘉里城 2 楼 L225, 近锦绣路 3）梅园
路 228 号企业广场 2 楼 , 近共和路 4）共和新路
1968 号大宁国际 8 座 3 楼 , 近大宁路 5）大连路
588 号 , 近周家嘴路 6）陕西北路 278 号金鹰国际
购物中心 7 楼 , 近南京西路 7）南京西路 699 号
东方有线大厦 2-5 楼 , 近吴江路 31 号 8) 兴业路
123 弄新天地南里商场 2 楼 , 近马当路 9) 长宁路
999 号 4 楼 , 近汇川路 10）外马路 579 号 2 号楼
4 楼 , 近新码头街 11）陆家嘴西路 168 号正大广场
9 楼 , 近东方明珠 12）滨江大道 2727 号东方滨江
大酒店 7 楼 , 近东方明珠 13）浦东南路 500 号国
家开发银行 4 楼 , 近陆家嘴东路 14）张杨路 3611
弄金桥国际商业广场 6 座 2 层 , 近金桥路 15）佳
木斯路 777 号小南国花园酒店 4 楼 , 近营口路 16）
虹梅路 3337 号 , 近延安西路 17）中山东二路 565
号 A 栋 , 近东门路
Shang-High Cuisine Understated and
elegant Shanghainese food with some
pleasant surprises like beef cheek with
truffles. 6/F, Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, 1108
Meihua Lu, by Fangdian Lu (3858 0888) Daily
11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30- 10.30pm 梅花路 1108
号 6 楼 , 近芳甸路
Shanghai Classic Restaurant Open since
1875, this restaurant is located on the
second-floor atrium of a three-star hotel. Be
sure to try the eight treasure duck or fried
shrimp. 242 Fuyou Lu, by Lishui Lu (631 1177
7205) Daily 11am-2pm, 5:30-10pm 福佑路 242
号 , 近丽水路
Shanghai Uncle Perfect for a big group,
with large tables and red decor, it’s a fancy
setting for a lively dinner. 1) 211 Tianyaoqiao
Lu, by Nandan Lu (6464 6430) Lunch: 11am2pm Dinner: 5.30pm-10.30pm 2) Bund
Center, 222 Yan’an Dong Lu, by Jiangxi
Zhong Lu (6339 1977) Daily 11am-2.30pm;
5-10.30pm 1) 天钥桥路 211 号 , 近南丹路 2) 延安
东路 222 号外滩中心 , 近江西中路
楼 , 近宋园路
YUE 1525 Traditional Cantonese fare with
excellent dim sum, clay pot dishes, doubleboiled soup and and chef specials. 2/F, 1525
Dingxi Lu, by Changning Lu (6225 8665)
Daily 11.30am-2.30pm; 5.30pm-10pm 定西路
号 , 近湖南路
Hunan
Di Shui Dong 1) 2/F, 56 Maoming Nan Lu, by
Changle Lu (6253 2689) 2) 5 Dongping Lu,
by Hengshan Lu (6415 9448) 3) Unit 22, 300
Guyang Lu, by Yili Nan Lu (5175 3067) 1) 茂名
The Chinoise Story A unique restaurant
featuring radically fused cooking styles.
Lovely space. Expect classic Chinese dishes
served in individual portions rather than
family style. Cathay Building, Jin Jiang Hotel,
59 Maoming Nan Lu, by Changle Lu (6445
1717) 11am-2.30pm; 6-10.30pm 茂名南路 59
号锦江饭店北楼底层 , 近长乐路
Hai Pai The neighborhood restaurant in
Xintiandi provides delicate Shanghainese
cuisine with a modern flavor. Created by
Executive Chef Jacqueline Qiu and Chef de
Cuisine Johnny Xiang, the menu features
delicious home style cooking using fresh local products and carefully sourced specialty
Shanghainese food. Sushi is also a must try.
2/F, 4 Hengshan Lu, by Wulumuqi Nan Lu
(5466 5070, 5466 0087) Daily 12-2pm; 5pm12am 衡山路 4 号领馆广场 2 楼 , 近乌鲁木齐南路
Yongfoo Elite Impress guests with this
utterly regal affair. It’s got a beautiful
garden, classical decor and a beautiful bar.
Also sports one of the fuzziest walls in the
city. 200 Yongfu Lu, by Hunan Lu (5466
2727) Daily 11.30am-10.30pm; bar open till
midnight www.yongfooelite.com 永福路 200
Wei Jing Ge Enjoy the Waldorf Astoria’s
century-old tradition of excellent service
and the unsurpassed standards of Chinese
cooking culture. Join Chef Sam Yuen for
a gourmet journey of Shanghainese and
Cantonese-inspired dishes. 5/F, 2 Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6322 9988)
Daily11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm 中山东
2) 虹桥路 1438 号高岛屋 7 楼 , 近红宝石路
1221 A consistent contender for our
Readers’ Choice Best Shanghainese Award.
This tucked-away restaurant has a die-hard
laowai following. 1221 Yan’an Xi Lu, by
Panyu Lu (6213 6585, 6213 2441) Daily 11am2pm; 5-11pm 延安西路 1221 号 , 近番禺路
号，近铜仁路
近太仓路
Qimin Organic Hotpot This Chinese
hotpot restaurant’s motto is “From Farm to
Table.” Focuses on local produce including
vegetables from the restaurant’s own
farm. 1) 407 Shanxi Bei Lu, by Beijing Xi Lu
(6258 8777) 2) 2) 7/F, 1438 Hongqiao Lu,
by Hongbaoshi Lu (6295 2117) 12-2.30pm;
5.30pm-12am 1) 陕西北路 407 号 , 近北京西路
西路 49 弄 2 号 , 近乌鲁木齐路
Summer Palace Combining Cantonese and
South-Eastern Chinese cuisines, the Summer
Palace enhances gastronomical sensations
with a poetic visual dreamscape with the 3
distinct chambers. Jing An Shangri-La, West
Shanghai, 1218 Yan'an Zhong Lu, by Tong
Ren Road (2203 8889, www.jinganshangdining.com) 静安香格里拉大酒店，延安中路 1218
ingredients from around the country. 1/F,
Andaz Shanghai, 88 Songshan Lu, by Taicang
Lu(2310 1700) Breakfast: Daily 6.30-10.30am;
Lunch: Daily 11.30am-2.30pm; Dinner: Daily
5.30-10.30pm 嵩山路 88 号上海安达仕酒店 1 楼，
Whampoa Club This Bund institution
specializes in modern reinterpretations of
Shanghai classics. Great view, fancy eats. 5/F,
3 on the Bund, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by
Guangdong Lu (6321 3737) Daily 11.30am-2
.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm www.threeonthebund.
com/ 中山东一路 3 号 , 外滩三号 5 楼 , 近广东路
Ye Shanghai An ostensibly sleek and shiny
restaurant specializing in modern Shanghaicuisine. They also offer a pretty decent
weekend dim sum. 338 Huangpi Nan Lu,
by Taicang Lu (6311 2323) Daily 11.30am2.30pm; 5.30-10.30pm yss@elite-concepts.
com 黄陂南路 338 号 , 近太仓路
Yin par Le Garcon Chinois A quiet oasis
on an otherwise blaringly loud street, Yin
pulls out all the stops with its quaint oldworld decor, genteel service and quality
Maurya A modern Sichuan restaurant
offering authentic traditiaonal food, served
in a lovingly restored shophouse near
Xintiandi. 75 Mengzi Dong Lu, by Liyuan Lu
(3307 0770) Daily 11am-2pm; 6-10pm 蒙自东
路 75 号 , 近丽园路
Pin Chuan 1) 47 Taojiang Lu, by Wulumuqi
Nan Lu (6437 9361) Daily 11am-2pm; 5-11pm
2) 5/F Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu, by
Shanxi Bei Lu (6288 8897) Daily 10.30am10pm 3) Unit 312B, 3/F, L’Avenue Shanghai,
99 Xianxia Lu, by Zunyi Lu (400 820 7706,
delivery: 6209 6209) Mon–Sun: 11am-10pm
4) Daily 11am-10pm S801-1B, Level 8, Jiu
Guang Department Store, 1618 Nanjing Xi
Lu, by Jingan Temple (4008207706) 1) 桃江
路 47 号 , 近乌鲁木齐南路 2) 南京西路 1266 号恒
隆广场 5 楼 , 近陕西北路 3) 仙霞路 99 号上海尚
嘉中心 3 楼 312B, 近遵义路 4) 南京西路久光百货
1618 号 8 层 S801-1B, 近静安寺
Sichuan Citizen The people who brought
you Citizen Cafe and Bar have gone native
with this Sichuan eatery. Here you’ll find
all the classics amply spiced and served
in bamboo-clad dining room. 30 Donghu
Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu (5404 1235) Daily
11am-10.30pm 东湖路 30 号 , 近淮海中路
Shu Di La Zi Yu 1) 187 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu (5403 7684) Daily 11am-2pm;
5-10.30pm 2) 53 Fengxian Lu, by Nanjing Xi
Lu (6267 0097) Daily 9.30am-10pm 3) 2/F, 1
Shuang Feng Bei Lu, by Xietu Lu (6487 1015)
Daily 11am-2pm; 5-10.30pm 1) 安福路 185187 号 , 近乌鲁木齐中路 2) 奉贤路 53 号 , 近南京
西路 3) 双峰北路 1 号 2 楼 , 近斜土路
Yu Xin 3/F Zhaoshangju Plaza, 333 Chengdu
Bei Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu (5298 0438) Daily
11am-2pm; 5-9.30pm 成都北路 338 号招商局广
场 3 楼 , 近南京西路
Taiwanese
Din Tai Fung Taiwanese chain restaurant
that offers delicious Chinese snack foods,
especially their xiaolongbaos are to die for 1)
Unit 24, 3/F, Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui
Xi Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (5047 8883) Daily
10am-10pm www.dintaifungsh.com.cn 2)
Unit 318, 3/F, Shanghai World Financial
Center, 100 Shiji Da Dao, by Lujiazui Huan
Lu (6877 6886) Daily 10-1am 3) 5/F Grand
Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huashan Lu
(3469 1383) Daily 11am- 2.45pm; 5-11pm
4) 168 Fangbang Zhong Lu, by Zhoujin Lu
(6334 1008) Daily 9am-10pm 5) 3/F, MIXC,
701Fuchun Lu, by Jiangjin Lu, Hangzhou
Daily 9am-10pm 6) South Block Plaza, 2/
F, Lane 123 Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu (6385
8378) Daily 10-1am 7) 1/F, Shanghai Center,
1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu (6289
9182) Daily 10am-10pm 8) 1/F,Buliding F,
268 Min’andong Lu, by Shengmo Bei Lu,
Jiangdong District, Ningbo Daily 11am-10pm
1) 陆家嘴西路 168 号正大广场 3 楼 24 单元 , 近陆
家嘴环路 2) 世纪大道 100 号上海环球金融中心 3
楼 317 单元 , 近陆家嘴环路 3) 虹桥路 1 号港汇恒
隆广场 5 楼 503, 近华山路 4) 方浜中路 168 号 , 近
昼锦路 5) 杭州市富春路 701 号 3 楼 , 近江锦路 6)
新天地南里广场 2 楼 , 兴业路 123 弄 , 近马当路 7)
南京西路 1376 号上海商城 1 楼 , 近西康路 8) 宁波
市江东区民安东路 268 号 F 座 1 楼 , 近盛莫北路
Bellagio 1) 101 Shuicheng Nan Lu, by
Hongqiao Lu (6270 6865, 6270 6866) Daily
11-4am 2) 111 Xikang Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu
(6247 2666) Daily 11-12am 3) 138 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Pu’an Lu (6375 6696) Daily 114am 4) 68 Taicang Lu, by Songshan Lu (6386
5701) Daily 11am-10pm 5) 778 Huangjin
Cheng Dao, by Gubei Nan Lu (6278 0722)
Daily 11-4am 1) 水城南路 101 号 , 近虹桥路 2)
西康路 111 号 , 近南京西路 3) 淮海中路 138 号 ,
近普安路 4) 太仓路 68 号 , 近嵩山路 5) 黄金城道
778 号 , 近古北南路
Charmant Taiwanese food in a faux
Provence-style dining room. Decor aside, the
food is pretty good and served until the wee
hours to boot. 1418 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by
Fuxing Xi Lu (6431 8107) Daily 11-4am 淮海中
路 1418 号 , 近复兴西路
Yunnan
Lapis Yun Specializing in Yunnan cuisine,
Lapis Yun boasts an exotic Yunnan bamboo
forest ambiance, which is set to provide you
a whole new experience on Yunnan cuisine
6/F, 818 Nanjing Xi Lu by Shimen Yi Lu (3203
1377) Daily 11am - 11pm 南京西路 818 号 6 楼 ,
近石门一路
Legend Taste A small, unassuming eatery
specializing in the delicacies of Yunnan’s
many ethnic tribes. They also have an exotic
selection of Yunnanese sticky rice wines and
beers. 1025 Kangding Lu, by Wuning Nan Lu
(5228 9961) Daily 11am-2pm; 7-9.30pm 康定
balsamic vinegar, organic pasta, muesli
and more. 30% off on all breads after 7pm
everyday in Dongping branch; all-day 20
percent off on all breads in Hongqiao
branch. 1) 6 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu
5465 1288, 1/F: 8am-10pm; 2/F: 6pm-12am
2) 2) 4/F, 1438 Hongqiao Lu, by Hongbaoshi
Lu 10am–9.30pm 1) 东平路 6 号 , 近衡山路 2)
Organic Kitchen Sit in central former French
Concession, Organic Kitchen is a cozy cafe
that offers daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Grab a meal designed by head chef and
a cup of coffee made from organic coffee
beans, there’re live Americana music on
Thursday and Saturday nights too. 1/F, 57
Fuxing Lu, by Yongfu Lu Daily 8am-11pm
(6418 3220) 复兴西路 57 号 1 楼 , 近永福路
Slice This up-market deli/cafe specializes in
sandwiches and salads with Mediterranean
flare. 1) 688 Biyun Lu, by Lan’an Lu (3382
0653) Mon-Sat 8am-10pm; Sun 9am-10pm. 2)
1517 Huqingping Gong Lu, by Zhuguang Lu
(5988 7007) 9am-9:30pm 1) 碧云路 688 号 , 近
Urban Soup Kitchen In case the name didn’t
clue you in, soup is the order of the day
here. They offer a vast variety of gourmet
style sandwiches and salads too.Delivery
available. 1) 280 Madang Lu, by Zizhong
Lu (5382 2978) Daily 10.30am-10pm 2)
17 Nanquan Bei Lu, by Laoshan Lu (3331
1861) 11am-10pm 2) 17 Nanquan Bei Lu, by
Laoshan Lu (3331 1861) 3) 280 Madang Lu,
by Zizhong Lu (5382 2978) 1) 马当路 280 号 ,
近自忠路 2) 南泉北路 17 号 , 近崂山路 2) 南泉北
路 17 号 , 近崂山路 3) 马当路 280 号 , 近自忠路
Delivery
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Fine Dining
BAY LEAF A stylish signature restaurant that
offers breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as
a la carte delicacies, serving international
fare by various open live stations. Sheraton
Shanghai Waigaoqiao Hotel, 28 Jilong Lu, by
Xinlan Lu, China (Shanghai) Shanghai Pilot
Free Trade Zone (3121 9678) Breakfast daily
6-10.30am, lunch daily12-2.30pm, dinner
daily6-9.30pm 上海外高桥喜来登酒店 , 中国（上
海）自由贸易试验区基隆路 28 号 , 近新兰路
Dining Room serves up elegant European
provincial cuisine paired with an extensive
wine list above the roof of Shanghai on
level 87 of Park Hyatt Shanghai. 87/F, 100
Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (6888 1234
ext. 4559) 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm.
parkhyattshanghai.com 世纪大道 100 号上海柏
The Cathay Room A sociable dining experience with elegantly presented European
home style cuisine and unrivaled views
overlooking the Bund. 9/F, Fairmont Peace
Hotel, 20 Nanjing Dong Lu, by Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu (6138 6881) Breakfast: Daily
6-10.30am; Lunch: Daily 12-2.30pm; Dinner:
6-10.30pm peacehotel@fairmont.com www.
fairmont.com/peacehotel 南京东路 20 号和平
17 号 , 近四川南路 2) 高邮路 38 号 , 近复兴西路
饭店 9 楼 , 近中山东一路
号 2 楼 , 近茂名南路
Cooking class
B REAL Pho Real's little sister serving fast
food variation. Boasting a mini and warm
environment,B Real has a relaxed and cozy
ambiance which provides Vietnamese fusion
sandwiches, summer rolls and stewed beef
broth. Free delivery within 3 km from B Real.
185 Fumin Lu, by Changle Lu Daily 11am9pm (3419 0220) www.phorealgroup.cn 富
民路 185 号 , 近长乐路
City Deli City Deli serves a variety of
sandwiches, burgers, and salads including
Steak & Cheese, Reuben, and Turkey
Avocado. 6/F, Golden Eagle Mall, 278 Shanxi
Bei Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu (6288 3912) Daily
11am-9pm www.citydeli.cn 陕西北路 278 号 6
楼 , 近南京西路
Deli Shops
2 楼 , 近东平路
glo London Rooftop BBQ Enjoy food from
hickory Oak burning smoke pit while taking
in the views across the city skyline. Daily
Mon- Fri: 5pm-late; Sat- Sun: 11pm–late.4/F,
1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu, by Dongping Lu (www.
glolondon.com) 乌鲁木齐南路 1 号 4 楼 , 近东平
悦酒店 87 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路
Southern Barbarian Enjoy home-style Yunnan classics like crossing-the-bridge noodles
and fried goat cheese with one of the city’s
best beer selections. 2/F, Ju’Roshine Life Arts
Space, 169 Jinxian Lu, byMaoming Nan Lu
(5157 5510) Daily 11am-2pm; 5pm-11pm
www.southernbarbarian.com.cn 进贤路 169
Deli and Leisure Prompt yourself with the
fine herbs and ingredients; the combining
European and Southeast Asian Cuisine at
our relaxing European-styled dinning area.
SUN.-THU. 8:00-23:00; FRI.-SAT. 8:00-24:00.
No.184 Fucheng Lu, PuDong New District,
Shanghai by Hua Yuan Shiqiao Lu (5081
5700) 上海浦东新区富城路 184 号，近花园石桥路
Green & Safe With an organic farm in
Kunshan, this organic store provides daily
delivered vegetables and a variety of local
and imported organic goods, such as
organic extra virgin olive oil, white and red
glo London Gastro Grill Sizzling grills,
stone baked pizzas and other international favorites. 2/F, 1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu, by
Dongping Lu (6466 6565) Daily 11am-12am
shanghai@glolondon.com 乌鲁木齐南路 1 号
蓝桉路 2) 沪青平公路 1517 号近诸光路
Lost Heaven 1) 17 Yan’an Dong Lu, by
Sichuan Nan Lu (6330 0967) Daily 12-2pm,
5pm-1am (the lastest order at 10.30pm) 2) 38
Gaoyou Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu (6433 5126) Daily
11.30am-1.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm 1) 延安东路
弄 20 号楼 3 楼 , 近建国西路
English
虹桥路 1438 号 4 楼 , 近红宝石路
路 1025 号 , 近武宁南路
The kitchen at… cooking studio Every week
since 2007, we offer exciting scheduled
cooking classes of different cuisines,
pastry and dumplings. 5-star hotel chefs
teach hand-on classes with step-by-step
demonstration, bi-lingual or with English
translation. Private classes and cooking
parties are ideal for friends gathering or
corporate teambuilding. Kids party available
for 8-12yrs. Puxi Downtown Kitchen: 3F/Bldg
20, Lane 383 Xiang Yang Nan Lu, 64332700.
Closed on Sun & Mon. Check program
online: www.thekitchenat.com 襄阳南路 383
delivery within the inner ring and the south
of Suzhou Creek. 21 Yongkang Lu, by Jiashan
Lu (15000 820 420) Daily 1.30-2pm, 5.3010pm. Online order available on www.
sushi-o.com 永康路 21 号 , 近嘉善路
Delivery Hero The German transplant
Delivery Hero helps you with online delivery
from hundreds of restaurants without extra
charge. (189 1895 0360) www.DeliveryHeroChina.com
Elders Fine Foods An Aussie importer
specializing in quality meats, fresh seafood
and fine wines from the land down under.
Building 9, 550 Jinhai Lu, by Donglu Gong Lu
(3872 0368) Daily 9am-6pm www.elders.com.
cn 金桥工业区金海路 550 号 9 幢 , 近东陆公路
Mealbay Thanks to the company’s wide
variety of participating restaurants, you
can order cuisines that’are French or from
the Philippines. Online service available.
Rm1212, 68 Xinqiao Lu, by Nan Suzhou Lu
(5158 0168) Daily 10.30am-11.30pm www.
mealbay.com.cn 新桥路 68 号 1212 室 , 近南苏
州路
Element Fresh Delivery (5116 9887)
Sherpas Shanghai’s first delivery service
that has over 100 restaurants in Puxi,
Pudong, Hongqiao, Suzhou SIP and SND
and Hangzhou. Fees range from RMB15
to RMB30. 3D, 489Xiangyang Nan Lu, by
Jianguo Xi Lu (6209 6209) Daily 10.30am10.30pm. www.sherpa.com.cn 襄阳南路 489
号 3D, 近建国西路
Sushi’O Sushi’O offers a free delivery service
(with a minimum order of RMB50) for a
wide range of creative maki rolls, sushi,
sashimi, hot dishes and appetizers. Free
Jade on 36 Restaurant This stunning
restaurant makes traditional French fare
a bit more lighthearted. Excellent wine
list, beautiful views and a sumptuous
weekend brunch. 36/F Grand Tower, Pudong
Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui
Huan Lu (6882 3636) Sunday:11:30am3pm, Jade Lunch:12pm-2pm, Dinner:6pm10:30pm fbreservation.slpu@shangri-la.
com https://www.shang-rewards.com/aspx/
RestaurantBarJade36.aspx 富城路 33 号浦东香
格里拉大酒店紫金楼 36 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路
Jing’an Restaurant Elegant, modern
restaurant overlooking the park. Expect a
more playful take on fine dining, like highquality sardines, still in tin, served with
brioche toast. The PuLi Hotel and Spa, 1
Changde Lu, by Yan’an Zhong Lu (3203
9999) Daily 12-2:30pm; 7-10.30pm taste@
jinganrestaurant.com www.jinganrestaurant.
com 璞丽酒店静安餐厅 , 常德路 1 号 , 近延安中路
M on the Bund This Bund pioneer serves up
impeccable service and a menu peppered
with Continental, Aussie and Moroccan
inspiration. Try the pavlova for dessert. 7/F,
No.5 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong
Lu (6350 9988) Mon-Fri: 11.30am-2.30pm;
6.15-10.30pm; Sat-Sun: 11.30am-3pm; 6.1510.30pm reservations@m-onthebund.com
www.m-onthebund.com 中山东一路外滩 5 号
7 楼 , 近广东路
Madison We love how Austin Hu creates
fine fusion cuisine from mostly local
ingredients. His dining room is also very,
very pretty. 3 Fenyang Lu, by Huaihai Lu
Daily 6-10pm 汾阳路 3 号，近淮海路
Oceans Dining in a romantic and
contemporary setting, an extensive array of
selected premium products from the sea. A
distinct and innovative gourmet experience
to satisfy the most discerning of tastes,
Ocean fully realizes the art of cooking.
Lobby floor, Banyan Tree Shanghai On The
Bund, 19 Haiping Lu, by Gongping Lu (2509
1188) Lunch 11.30am – 2.30pm; Dinner 5.30–
9.30pm. banyantree.com 海平路 19 号悦榕庄 1
楼 , 近公平路
Pelham’s Celebrated Chef Bruno Bruesch
presents modern French cuisine with
a brand new menu, highlighting a mix
of premium, local ingredients with
contemporary flair. 1/F, Waldorf Astoria
Shanghai on the Bund, 2 Zhongshan Dong
Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6322 9988) 6-11pm
waldorfastoriashanghai.com 中山东一路 2 号
外滩华尔道夫酒店 1 楼，近广东路
Roosevelt Sky Restaurant Ultimate
Panoramic Views of Pudong and Bund;
International and Asian Fine Dining.
Executive Lunch: RMB138/two-course-set.
8/F, The House of Roosevelt, 27 Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu (2322 0800)
info@27bund.com, www.27bund.com 中山东
一路（外滩）27 号罗斯福公馆 8 楼 , 近北京东路
Sir Elly’s Restaurant & Bar Dine on fine
modern European cuisine while overlooking
the Huangpu River. Expert cocktails offered
at both the circular bar and the expansive
14th floor terrace. 13/F The Peninsula
Shanghai, 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by
Nanjing Dong Lu (2327 6756) Lunch daily 122.30pm; Dinner Sun-Thurs: 6-10.30pm; Fri-Sat
6-11pm www.peninsula.com/Shanghai/en/
Dining/Sir_Ellys_Restaurant/default.aspx 中山
东一路 32 号上海半岛酒店 13 楼 , 近南京东路
T8 Xintiandi stalwart features cool fusion
food, mingling European cuisine with Asian
accents. The decor alone is worth a visit to
this trendy and relaxed restaurant. Block8,
North Block Xintiandi, Lane 181 Taicang Lu,
by Madang Lu (6355 8999) Daily 11.30am2.30pm; 6.30-11.30pm t8@t8-shanghai.com
www.t8shanghai.com/ 太仓路 181 弄新天地北
里 8 号楼 , 近马当路
UltraViolet Conceived by Paul Pairet for
over 15 years, and supported by VOL Group,
Ultraviolet is the first restaurant of its
kind attempting to unite food with multisensorial technologies in order to create a
fully immersive dining experience. Tues-Sat:
7pm till late. www.uvbypp.cc/bookings
French
Brasserie la Fourchette A lovely French
bistro serving up excellent eggs florentine at
brunch and some hearty offerings at dinner.
The chef Peter Gong (formerly of Kathleen’s
5 and Avalon) does the classics, with a bit
of a twist, well. 1 Xiangyang Bei Lu, by Julu
Lu (6418 6389) Daily 11am-11pm www.
lafourchettesh.com 襄阳北路 1 号 , 近巨鹿路
Café Montmartre This historic family-owned
bistro offers authentic French cuisine in
town since 2001, serving traditional French
fare, an array of Brittany-style crêpes, and a
good selection of imported meat and sweet
treats. The signature hand-made dishes like
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foie gras, indulgent chocolate fondant are
not to be missed! 1) 68 Wulumuqi Zhong
Lu, by Changle Lu (51589377) Daily 11am10.30pm 2) 3911 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi
Lu (54047658) Daily 11am-10.30pm www.
café-montmartre.com/ 1) 乌鲁木齐中路 68 号 ,
近长乐路 2) 虹梅路 3911 号 , 近延安西路
Cheese & Fizz Unit 101, 119 Madang Lu,
North Block Xintiandi, by Taicang Lu (6336
5823) Daily 10am-midnight. 马当路 119 号
101 单元 , 新天地北里 , 近太仓路
Chez Nous by City Super Home-style French
restaurant inside the City Super grocery
store serving traditional French dishes and
desserts. LG 2, Shanghai IFC Mall, 8 Shiji
Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (5012 0983)
Daily 11am–11pm 世纪大道 8 号国金中心商场地
下 2 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路
Des Lys No-frills home-style French cooking
in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. 178 Xinle
Lu, by Donghu Lu (5404 5077) Sun-Thu
11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-12am 新乐路 178
号 , 近东湖路
Franck Classy yet casual, and perhaps a
touch overpriced, owner Franck is obsessed
with quality and it shows. As authentic a
bistro as you’ll find in Shanghai. Ferguson
Lane, 376 Wukang Lu, by Tai’an Lu (2167
6767) Tue-Sun: 6-10.30pm; Sat–Sun: 122.30pm, closed on Mondays. www.franck.
com.cn 武康路 376 号 , 近泰安路
Jean Georges Jean Georges first signature
restaurant outside of New York and a classy
one at that. Bringing us his signature French
cuisine, with an Asian twist, this is one topnot restaurant, not to be missed. 4/F, 3
Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu
(6321 7733) Mon-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm,
Dinner Mon-Sun 5:30-11pm, Brunch SatSun, 11:30am-3pm, Bar Mon-Sun, 11:30-1
jgreservation@on-the-bund.com www.jeangeorges.com/ 中山东一路 3 号 4 楼，近广东路
La Brasserie A French-style restaurant and
terrace bar with simple food made from the
finest ingredients in a friendly and relaxed
atmosphere. It is committed to provide
customers with excellent quality, first class
service and competitive prices with pleasant
surroundings. 6/F Ascott Service Apartment,
282 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Songshan Lu (6091
9893) Mon-Fri:10am-12am; Weekends &
public holidays: 10am-1am 淮海中路 282 号雅
诗阁酒店 6 楼 , 近嵩山路
La Creperie A charming Brittany-style
crêperie. A cup of dry cider and a savory gallette make a great Sunday brunch. Try their
set lunch; RMB78 gets you a main, dessert
and drink. 1) 1 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu
(5465 9055) Daily 10.30am-late 2) UnitD, 1/F,
Réel, 1601 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Jingan Park (3253
7978) www.lacreperie.com.cn1) 桃江路 1 号 ,
of fresh and seasonal product cooked
traditionally. Rm106, Building 1, 999 Gaojing
Lu, by Gaoguang Lu (5988 7857) Tue-Thurs:
10am-9pm; Fri-Sat: 10am-10.30pm; Sun:
10am-3pm; Monday closed 高泾路 999 号 1 楼
Mi Casa The new brand from Lapis group.
The chef from Spain creative spanish and
italian home made food. Shop 710, No 1438
Hong Qiao Rd. Shanghai (6233 7062) www.
lapisgroup.net 长宁区虹桥路 1438 号高岛屋
Mr. & Mrs. Bund Molecular madman Paul
Pairet takes a more laissez-faire approach
with this modern French eatery. Expect
straightforward food and a great wine
list. 6/F Bund 18, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu,
by Nanjing Dong Lu (6323 9898) Lunch
Mon-Fri: 11.30am-2pm; Dinner Sun-Thurs:
6-10.30pm, Fri-Sat: 6-11pm Late night TueThurs:10:30pm-2am, Fri-Sat: 11pm-2am
www.mmbund.com 中山东一路外滩 18 号 6 楼 ,
Greek Taverna 1) Thumb Plaza, Unit
41, 199 Fangdian Lu, Century Park, by
Dingxiang Lu (5033 7500) Daily 8.30am
until late www.greektaverna.cn 2) Villa 1,
3911 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Lu (6262 5011)
Daily 10am until late 3) 1 Yueyang Lu, by
Dongping Lu (6431 7751) Daily 10am-late 1)
106 室 , 近高光路
近南京东路
Nougatine Nougatine is a smart, upscale
bistro that delivers Jean Georges’ signature
cuisine in more relaxed surroundings. The
stylish space is anchored by a dramatic
carved stone bar, which offers an extensive
drink selection and creative cocktails. The
premium value menu features comforting
bistro fare such as gourmet salads and the
classic JG burger. 4/F, 3 Zhongshan Dong
Yi Lu by Guangdong Lu (6321 7733) Daily
6-11pm. 中山东一路 3 号 4 楼 , 近广东路
Nova This authentic French brasserie is
known for its warm, family-style service,
nice outdoor seating and traditional French
dishes. 1) 418 Dagu Lu, by Chengdu Bei Lu
(3376 6377) Hours, 12pm-12am Lunch, MonSat, 12-2:30pm Brunch, Sun, 12-2:30pm
Dinner, 6:30-10:30pm www.nova-sh.com
2) Rm207, Warehouse4, 653 Wai Ma Lu,
by Zhongshan Nan Lu (3376 6377) Hours,
12pm-12am Lunch, Mon-Sat, 12-2:30pm
Brunch, Sun, 12-2:30pm Dinner, 6:3010:30pm 1) 大沽路 418 号 , 近成都北路 2) 外马
路 653 号老码头 4 号库 207 室 , 近中山南路
Soleil De Provence Opened by the chef
Serge Alain of Le Paris that closed two
months ago, its RMB298 ‘discovery menu’
(starter, main, dessert) proved a journey
fraught with hazards. 302 Wulumuqi Nan Lu,
by Jian’guo Xi Lu 乌鲁木齐南路 302 号 , 近建国
西路
Villandry French Restaurant Aside from the
veneer of gloved waiters,antique furniture
and white linen napkins,the restaurant
boasts a rich history of the building with
exuberantly pretty and high-end cuisine. 47
Nanchang Lu, by Sinan Lu (3126 8801) 南昌路
118 号 , 近黄陂南路
La Table This beautiful 8th floor dining room
serves classic Southern French cuisine with
a bit of contemporary flair. Owned by twins
Jacques and Laurent Pourcel. 8/F, 35 Shaanxi
Nan Lu, by Changle Lu (6215 8777) Daily
5.30-10.30pm www.maisonpourcel.com 陕西
南路 35 号 8 楼 , 近长乐路
Le Saleya Old timer offers simple, homestyle French cuisine. The draw is the quaint
garden , which is almost always full in nice
weather. 570 Changle Lu, by Xiangyang
Bei Lu (5403 6957) Daily 11.30am-2.30pm;
6.30pm-10.30pm www.saleya.com.con 长乐
上海商城 206 室 , 近西康路
Mardi Gras Japanese owned, but they do
French cuisine by the books. Don’t miss the
single malts and cocktails in their upstairs
lounge, or the chocolate torte in the garden.
Block1, Lane 372 Xingguo Lu, by Huaihai
Zhong Lu (6280 7598) Daily 11am-2:30pm,
5-11:30pm 兴国路 372 弄 1 号 , 近淮海中路
Mavilla Enjoy a daily french selection
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Mythos A Greek-style taverna with
cute,kitschy decor, a selection of standard,
rather pricey fare and sparkling views of the
Huangpu River. Bldg 6, 505 South Zhong
Shan Rd, by East Fuxing Rd (6152 6755) Daily
10am-10pm (restaurant); Mon-Thurs: 10am1am, Fri-Sun: 10am-2am (bar) 中山南路 505 弄
6 号楼，近复兴东路
Hotel Buffets
Cachet Catering to a taste of diversity,
Cachet offers a variety of culinary concepts
from around the world. Food is served
from live cooking stations versus the
standard steam table buffet and there are
menu options suitable for everyone. 1/F,
The Langham Xintiandi, 99 Madang Lu, by
Taicang Lu (2330 2288) Daily 6.30am-11pm
xintiandi.langhamhotels.com/restaurants/
cachet.htm 马当路 99 号新天地朗廷酒店 1 楼 ,
近太仓路
MoMo Cafe Jiading International Seafood
Dinner Buffet is offered at MoMo Café in
Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai Jiading.
Enjoy your night with mouthwateringseafood and cakes. 3101 Huyi Gong Lu, by
Yecheng Lu (3991 6499) 沪宜公路 3101 号 , 近
叶城路
Vie All Day Dining The Sofitel Shanghai
Sheshan Oriental’s all day buffet featuring
fresh seafood and international cuisines.
The food is as luxe as the surroundings. 1/
F, Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental, 3388
Sichen Gong Lu, by Jiasong Gong Lu (3761
8888-1911) 24/7 泗泾镇泗陈公路 3388 弄东方佘
山索菲特大酒店 1 楼 , 近嘉松公路
黄浦路 199 号 , 上海外滩茂悦大酒店西楼 30 楼 ,
近武昌路
German
Papa’s Bierstube Decent German food in
enormous portions and for reasonable
prices in a cozy atmosphere. 22-24 Hongmei
Food Street, 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi
Lu (6465 8880) Mon-Fri: 10.30-1am; Sat-Sun:
9.30-1.30am www.papas-bierstube.com 虹梅
路 3338 弄虹梅休闲街 22-24 号 , 近延安西路
Paulaner Brauhaus Enjoy Bavarian food (and
more importantly, beer) in a warm, wellpopulated atmosphere. 1) House19-20,
North Block Xintiandi, Lane181 Taicang Lu,
by Madang Lu (6320 3935) Daily: 11am-2am
www.bln.com.cn 2) 2967 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by
Binjiang Da Dao (6888 3935) Sun-Thu: 11am1am; Fri-Sat: 11am-2am 3) 150 Fenyang Lu,
by Yueyang Lu (6474 5700) Sun-Thu: 111am; Fri-Sat: 11am-2am 4) 3/F, 555 Shibo Da
Dao, by Guozhan Lu (2206 0555) Sun-Thurs:
11am-10pm; Fri-Sat: 11am-12am hellauer@
bln.com.cn 1) 太仓路 181 弄新天地北里 19-20
号楼 , 近马当路 2) 陆家嘴西路 2967 号 , 近滨江大
道 3) 汾阳路 150 号 , 近岳阳路 4) 世博大道 555 号
3 楼 , 近国展路
Greek/Mediterranean
Azur Azur chefs have decided to get in
shape, they searched high and low for
the highest quality locally grown organic
produce, the freshest seafood, and the finest
meats, and prepared it all in the lightest
Mediterranean fashion. 26/F Renaissance
Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel, 1018
Changning Lu, By Kaixuan Lu (6115 8818)
6am-11pm 长宁路 1018 号 26 楼 , 近凯旋路
Azul Tapas & Lounge Perched on top of
Ferguson Lane's new eight-story building,
Chef Eduardo Vargas' tapas restaurant offers
a number of delicious original Mediterranean and South American dishes. Every
weekend, enjoy the view from the terrace
while discovering or rediscovering the most
popular brunch in town. 8/F, Ferguson Lane,
378 Wukang Lu, by Taian Lu (5405 2252) 武康
路 378 号 8 楼 , 近泰安路
Tandoor Shanghai’s first, and arguably one
of the best, Indian eateries features dance
performances, first-class service,great classic
curries and tasty tandoori meats. Jin Jiang
Hotel, 59 Maoming Nan Lu, by Changle Lu
(6472 5494, 6258 2582) Daily 11.30am-2pm;
5.30- 10.30pm www.tandoorchina.cn 茂名南
路 59 号锦江饭店 , 近长乐路
Punjabi Wide range of Indian dishes,
from Northern to Southern India, also
caters and hosts parties to give you a
great time 1) 5F, 627 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by
Sinan Lu (6472 5464) Daily 11am-11.30pm
china@shanghaipunjabi.com www.
shanghaipunjabi.com 2) 12-20 Shuicheng Lu,
by Hongqiao Lu (6278 8626) Daily 11.30am11.30pm. china@shanghaipunjabi.com 3)
1099 Meihua Lu, by Fangdian Lu (6075 1970)
Daily 11.30am-11.30pm 1) 淮海中路 627-635
号 5 楼 , 近思南路 2) 水城路 12-20 号 , 近虹桥路
3) 梅花路 1099 号博览会广场 , 近芳甸路
Vedas A consistent winner of Readers
Choice Awards, Vedas offers countless classic
Indian dishes and a classy environment. 3/
F, 83 Changshu Lu, by Julu Lu (6445 8100)
Daily 11.30am-2pm; 6-10.30pm info@
vedascuisine.com www.vedascuisine.com 常
熟路 83 号 3 楼 , 近巨鹿路
Italian
Alcove 1982 A unique character on quiet
Panyu Lu, Alcove 1982 provides a wide selection of Italian and French fusion cuisine in
a warm-hearted and homey atmosphere.
11am-2.30pm (lunch Mon-Fri), 11am-3pm
(lunch Sat-Sun), 2.30-5pm (afternoon tea),
6-10pm (dinner Mon-Sun), 10pm-1am (Bar)
390 Panyu Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu (6215 5531)
番禺路 390 号 , 近法华镇路
Alla Torre Laid-back trattoria with good
wood fired pizzas and homemade pastas. 1/
F, La Villa,165 Lujiazui Huan Lu, by Lujiazui
Dong Lu (3383 0577) Daily 11am-11pm 陆家
嘴环路 165 号 1 楼 , 近陆家嘴东路
Basilico Rustic Italian trattoria and grill with
authentic Italian home cooking. Panoramic
views of Nanpu Bridge and Huangpu River.
3/F, Inter Continental Shanghai Expo, 1188
Xueye Lu, by Shibo Dadao (3858 1172) WedSun 11.30am-2.30pm; 5.30-9.30pm; Mon-Tue
Closed 雪野路 1188 号上海世博洲际酒店三楼 , 近
世博大道
Vue Restaurant Enjoy classic European fare
with one of the city’s best skyline views. 30/
F Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu, by
Wuchang Lu (6393 1234-6328) Daily 6-11pm
路 570 号 , 近襄阳北路
MAISON CAMUS LOUNGE (openning soon)
Situated in the heart of the city, in Nanjing
Xi Lu’s Shanghai Centre, Maison CAMUS
Lounge is the ultimate expression of the
CAMUS vision. The deluxe venue offers a
unique experience in the best of French
contemporary: from afternoon tea and
exceptional fine dining to excellent crafted
cocktails. Unit206, Shanghai Center, 1376
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu 南京西路 1376 号
芳甸路 199 号 , 大拇指广场 41 铺 , 近丁香路 2) 红
梅路 3911 号 1 号 , 近延安路 3) 岳阳路 1 号 , 近东
平路
47 号，近思南路
近汾阳路 2) 南京西路 1601 号芮欧百货 1 楼 D 座 ,
近静安公园
La Rue Embracing a casual and chic
ambience with the look of a French
local brasserie, La Rue at InterContinental
Shanghai Ruijin presents "a journey around
France" with a seasonally changing menu.
Executive Chef Dimitri Bastiani prepares the
finest seafood of the Mediterranean, foie
gras terrine of South-west France, and duck
dishes from Normandy. Daily 11.30am–10pm. 1/F, Reception Building, InterContinental
Shanghai Ruijin, 118 Ruijin Er Lu, by Huangpi
Nan Lu (6043 5222) 瑞金洲际酒店 , 瑞金二路
710 铺
乐路
Indian
Bollywood Indian Restaurant Salivate over
Indian cuisine and Bollywood movie stars
during their lunch buffet or dinner. For
parties, there are nice rooms in the back
with a private bar. 2/F, 326 Hongfeng Lu,
by Biyun Lu (3872 6176) Daily 11am-11pm
www.bollywood-restaurants.com 红枫路 326
号 2 楼 , 近碧云路
G water front Located at the riverside of the
South Bund and embraced by the history
and culture of the ancient quay, G Water
Front is dedicated to offering a modern,
elegant and enjoyable dining experience
with the gorgeous river view, the authentic
food and friendly service provided by
the Indian chefs and waiters. Rm206,
Block 3, Wharf 1846, 601 Waima Lu, by
Zhuhangmatou Jie (3302 0007/ 3302 0166)
Daily, 11.30am-11pm 外马路 601 号 3 号楼 206
室 , 近竹行码头街
Kebabs On the Grille Indian eatery
specializing in grilled fare and situated
in the picturesque environs of the Cool
Docks. 1) The Cool Docks, 505 Zhongshan
Nan Lu, by Fuxing Dong Lu (6152 6567)
Daily 11am-10.30pm kebabsonthegrille@
gmail.com www.kebabsonthegrille.
com/ 2) Unit103, 227 Huangpi Bei Lu,
inside Peoples Square (3315 0132) Daily
11am-10pm kebabsonthegrille@gmail.
com www.kebabsonthegrille.com 3) Unit
A4 Green Sports Center, 633 Biyun Lu，
by Yunshan Lu (5030 2005) Daily 11am10pm kebabsonthegrill@gmail.com www.
kebabsonthegrille.com 1) 中山南路 505 号 , 近
复兴东路 2) 黄陂北路 227 号 103 室 , 人民广场中
区广场内 3) 碧云路 633 号碧云体育休闲中心 A4,
近云山路
Masala Indian cuisine at reasonable prices
served in a warm, hospitable atmosphere.
8 Jinan Lu, by Taicang Lu (6384 6838) Daily
11.30am-2pm; 5.30-10.30pm 济南路 8 号 , 近太
仓路
Tikka Brought to you by the team behind
Nepali Kitchen, Tikka serves up lush, well
executed Indian cuisine. Steamy spices
wafting admist cushioned sofas offer a
warm atmosphere. Awarded as 1212
iDEAL Shanghai one of the best new Asian
Restaurant in 2012 by Shanghai Daily. 1/F,
2114) Lunch: Tue-Sun, 11am-2pm; Dinner:
Daily 5.30-10.30pm 茂名南路 56 号 1 楼 , 近长
Bella Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria With a
neighborhood ambience, the restaurant
offers Southern Italian food made with high
quality ingredients. Enjoy the home made
pastas and authentic Neapolitan pizza. 1)
73 Nanhui Lu, by Beijing Xi Lu (5289 0806)
Daily 11am-3pm; www.bellanapoli-sh.com 2)
No.4, Lane 946 Changle Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu
(6248 8985) Daily 11.30am-3pm; 5.30-11pm
1) 南汇路 73 号 , 近北京西路 2) 长乐路 946 弄 4
号 , 近乌鲁木齐路
Briccocafe 1) International Airside B10,
Terminal 1, Hongqiao Airport Daily 10-12am
www.briccocafe.net/ 2) China Art Palace
Branch, 10/F, 161 Shangnan Lu, by Guozhan
Lu (2025 2131) 1) 虹桥机场国内出发禁区 B10 登
机口 , 近空港二路 2) 上南路 161 号中华艺术宫 10
楼 , 近国展路
Bocca A Sytlish Italian restaurant with a
spectacular view on the Bund, where you
may enjoy the Contemporary Italian cuisine
prepared by creative Italian Chef and dine
in a casual and fine dining ambience. South
Bund 22 5/F, 22 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by
Xin Yong’an Lu (6328 6598) Daily 12pm2.30pm; 6pm-11pm www.bocca-shanghai.
com 中山东二路 22 号 5 楼 , 近新永安路
Casalingo Offering authentic Italian dishes
prepared by Italian Executive Chef Sergio
Zanetti and his team, Casalingo features an
open kitchen with pizza oven, a sumptuous
antipasto counter and a gelato coffee bar
with both indoor and outdoor seating areas
with beautiful tree lined canal-view. 1/F, 15
Xinjinqiao Lu, by Hongfeng Lu (6036 8838)
新金桥路 15 号 1 楼 , 近红枫路
Ciao Dining Room and Ciao Bambino
A classy cucina serving authentic Italian
cuisine. Pop in for a quick coffee and pastry
at their adjoining cafe. 1/F, The Langham
Yangtze Boutique, 740 Hankou Lu, by
Yunnan Lu (6080 0743) Dinning Room
6.30–10pm; Bambino 6.30–11pm 汉口路 740
号朗廷扬子精品酒店 1 楼 , 近云南路
Da Marco 1) 1/F, Golden Bridge Garden,
103 Dong Zhu’anbang Lu, by Jiangsu Lu (6210
4495) Daily 12-11pm www.damarco.com.cn/
2) Grand Gateway Square, 1/F, 1 Hongqiao
Lu, by Huashan Lu (6447 7577) Daily 10am11pm 3) 350 Yushan Lu, by Taolin Lu (5860
8170) Daily 12-11pm 1) 东渚安浜路 103 号 1 楼 ,
Mercato This newly opened coastal Italian
restaurant offers vibrant cuisine, stylishly
rustic décor, and breathtaking Bund views.
The menu created by three Michelin Star
Chef Jean Georges Vongerichten, features
amazing light-as-air pizzas, house made
pastas, and the freshest seafood, graced
with the true flavor of Italy. 6/F, 3 Zhong
Shan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6321
9922) 5.30pm-1am 中山东一路外滩 3 号 6 楼 ,
F, South Annex, Wheelock Square, 1717
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huashan Lu (3127 8577)
Lunch 11.30am–2.30pm; high tea 3–5.30pm;
dinner 6–10pm reservations@sabatini-sh.
com 会德丰国际广场南苑 1 楼 , 南京西路 1717
号 , 近华山路
近广东路
宁路
Chin-Agiku Specializing in traditional
Japanese charcoal grill, various seafood and
daily imported top grade sashimi and sushi,
Chin-Agiku is a well established international cuisine restaurant providing healthy
Japanese and Thai fusion food in a luxury
and contemporary dining atmosphere. LG183, IFC, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu
(3381 7878) 世纪大道 8 号国金中心 LG1-83, 近
Danieli’s Italian Restaurant Upscale Italian
with comfortable, elegant dishes. Classic
dining room and lovely desserts. The Hongta
Hotel, 39/F, 889 Dongfang Lu, by Weifang
Lu (5050 4567) Mon-Fri 11.30am–2pm; Sun:
11.30am–2.30pm; Mon-Sun: 6–10.30pm
www.luxurycollection.com/hongtashanghai
陆家嘴环路
东方路 889 号 39 楼 , 近潍坊路
DOZO A transplant from Taipei that specializes in izakaya cuisine. Wheelock Plaza 2/
F, 17171Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huashan Lu (3127
8558) Noon: 12-2.30pm; Dinner Sun-Thurs:
6pm-1.30am; Fri-Sat: 6pm-2.30am service.
sh@dozoizakaya.com www.dozoizakaya.com
NAPA Wine Bar & Kitchen Bringing the
best in creative European cuisine from
Chef Patrick Dang together with one of the
widest selections of fine wines in China at
the prestigious South Bund 22. Lunch TuesSun: 12pm–3pm; Dinner Mon-Sun: 6pm11pm. 2/F, South Bund 22, 22 Zhongshan
Dong Er Lu, by Xin Yong'an Lu 南外滩中山东二
南京西路 1717 号 , 近华山路
En Grill & Bar A pint-sized, friendly Japanese
joint with fresh sashimi, organic vegetables,
great set meals and an open kitchen. 1) 20
Lane 248, Taikang Lu, Tian Zi Fang (5466
0857) 2) 30 Sinan Lu (6385 0707) Daily 11am2pm; 6pm-2am 泰康路 248 弄 20 号
路 22 号 2 楼 , 近新永安路 (6318 0057)
山东一路 6 号，近广东路
Dolce Vita Prime, pricey Italian food in
the French Concession. 291 Fumin Lu, by
Changle Lu (6170 1318) Daily 12-2:30pm;
6pm-12am (10.30pm last order) 富民路 291
号 , 近长乐路
Gondola Good place to pop in for a bit of
antipasti. 16Henan Zhong Lu, by Yan’an
dong Lu (6321 9803) Daily 11am-10:30pm 河
南中路 16 号 , 近延安东路
IIsola bar + grill A chic and trendy Italian
restaurant located in IFC mall sporting an
opulent interiors and terrace overlooking a
breathtaking view of the Huangpu River. 4/F,
IFC, 8 Shiji Da Dao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (5012
1277) 11.30am-10.30pm www.isolashanghai.
com 世纪大道 8 号 , 国金中心 IFC 商场 4 楼 L4-
17, 近陆家嘴环路
Isola Bella 1) Restaurant Huaihai Rd. 2/
F, No.41, Lane 816 Huaihai Lu, by Guotai
Cinema (5467 0170) 2) Isola Bella Barbeque
Restaurant 6/F, Gold World Commercial
Building, 988 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi
Nan Lu (5424 3531) 3) 630 Huashan Lu, by
Shanghai Theater Academy (6248 3613) 4)
3222 Longteng Dadao, by Dong’an Lu (136
7156 9780) 1) 淮海中路 816 弄 41 号 2 楼 2）淮
Palladio Regional Italian favorites by Italian
Chef Gianluca Serafin in a gorgeous dining
room. Lobby Level, The Portman Ritz-Carlton
Hotel, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu (6279
7188) Daily 11.30am-2.30pm; 5.30-10.30pm
www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/
Shanghai/Dining/Palladio/Default.htm 南京
西路 1376 号波特曼丽嘉酒店 1 楼 , 近西康路
海太平洋大饭店 , 遵义南路 5 号 2 楼 , 近虹桥路
Gintei Teppanyaki Sushi All you can eat
hibachi-style cooking and boatloads of
reasonably-priced sushi. One of the better
teppanyaki joints in town. 75 Nanhui Lu,
by Beijing Xi Lu (6218 1932) Daily 11.30am2pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 南汇路 75 号 , 近北京西路
梅路 3896 号 , 近延安西路 2) 衡山路 4 号 , 近乌鲁
木齐南路 3) 芳甸路 185 号大拇指广场 2 楼 14 室 ,
近杨高中路
Porta Nova With traditional Italian food
and pizzas made in the wood oven, Porta
Nova uses imported high quality ingredients
and provides a corner of traditional Italian
atmosphere. Daily 11.30am-11pm. No.40,
Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Hongxu Lu 虹梅路
3338 弄 40 号 , 近虹许路 (6465 7788)
Settebello An old-style Italian alcove with
lively fine dining. 193 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi
Lu 安福路 193 号 , 近乌鲁木齐路 (3356 2587)
Segafredo Italian Caffè Bar & Restaurant
Authentic Italian restaurant providing large
selections of exclusive premium Italian
wines. 2/F, S2-03, S2-07K, South retail
building Jing’an Kerry Center, 1515 Nanjing
Xi Lu, by Changde Lu Daily 10am-10pm,
www.segafredo.it (6380 3280) 南京西路 1515
号静安嘉里中心南区商场 2 楼 S2-03,S2-07K, 近
常德路
Tavola This hip new Italian restaurant offers
great service at a beautiful location. Located
in a quiet area just minutes from the Lujiazui
metro station, Tavola has a wonderful view
right on the Huangpu river. Food is prepared
in an open kitchen right before you. 2500
Binjiang Dadao, by Dongyuan Lu (2022
8288) Mon-Fri: 11.30am-2.30pm; 6-10.30pm;
Sat-Sun: 11.30am-3pm, 6-10.30pm www.
tavola.cn 滨江大道 2500 号，近东园路
The Kitchen by Salvatore Cuomo Fantastic
pizzas and Italian food by lauded Chef
Cuomo in Lujiazui with a beautiful Bund
view 2967 Binjiang Da Dao, by Fenghe Lu
(5054 1265) Daily 11am-2:30pm, 6pm-10pm
www.ystable.com/ 滨江大道 2967 号近丰和路
Italian Kitchen 26 by Seasalt Seasalt is a
great place for a plate of antipasti and glass
of wine for an after-work wind-down or predinner charge up. The pleasant staff and
snacks are sure to help you relax. 23 Anfu
Lu, by Changshu Lu (5404 3109) 11am-2am
Tima Harbour 11 Zhenning Lu, by
Huashan Lu (6225 8684) Daily 7-1am info@
timaharbour.com 镇宁路 11 号 , 近华山路
安福路 23 号 , 近常熟路
乌鲁木齐路 2) 西康路 225 号，近北京路
Hanano Japanese Restaurant Fill up here
are decent sushi and teppanyaki. 2F, 5 Zunyi
Nan Lu, by Hongqiao Lu (6275 8888) Daily
11.30am-2pm; 5.30pm-12.30am 喜来登豪达上
Pasta Fresca Da Salvatore 1) 3896
Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6262 5620)
Daily 11.30am- 2.30pm; 5.30-10.30pm
www.pastafresca.com/ 2) 4 Hengshan Lu,
by Wulumuqi Nan Lu (6473 0772) MonFri: 11.30am-2.30pm; 5.30-11pm; Sat-Sun:
11.30am-11pm 3) Rm.14, 2/F, The Thumb
Plaza, 185 Fangdian Lu, by Yanggao Zhong
Lu (5033 9001) Mon-Thurs: 11.30am-2.30pm;
5.30-10.30pm; Fri-Sun: 11.30am-11pm 1) 虹
Il Bambino With a real taste of Italy and
using top food ingredients, this restaurant
provides a warm and nice ambience that is
perfect for parties and friends’ meetings.
903 Julu Lu, by Changshu Lu (6445 3656)
Daily 10am-4am. 巨鹿路 903 号 , 近常熟路
Luccios A neighbourhood Italian trattoria
which offers authentic classics such as clam
linguine, veal milanese and home-made
bread, cakes and desserts. (5352 0587, www.
luccios.com.cn) 11am-11pm 242 Danshui Lu,
by Fuxing Zhong Lu 淡水路 242 号 , 近复兴中路
Haiku by Hatsune A perennial Readers’
Choice Award winner. This wildly popular
restaurant is best known for it’s Cali-style
sushi. 28B Taojiang Lu, by Hengshan Lu (6445
0021) Sun-Thu 11.30am-2pm, 5.30pm-10pm;
Fri-Sat 11.30am-2pm; 5.30-11pm service@
haikushanghai.com www.haikushanghai.
com 桃江路 28 号乙 , 近衡山路
Osteria Another concept from the prolific
Eduardo Vargas, this restaurant has a great
wine list and amazing oysters. 226 Jinxian
Lu, by Maoming Nan lu (6256 8998) Daily
11am-10:30pm 进贤路 226 号 , 近茂名南路
海中路 988 号黄金世界商厦 6 楼，近陕西南路
3）华山路 630 号，近上海戏剧学院 4) 龙腾大道
3222 号 , 近东安路
La Strada Brought to you by Craig Willis
(of Wagas), this trendy 10-table pizzeria
offers thin crust pizza and simple selection
of antipasti and salads. 1F, 195 Anfu Lu, by
Wulumuqi Lu (5404 0100) Daily 11am-11pm
info@mrwillis.com.cn 2) 225 Xikang Lu, by
Beijing Lu (6266 7909) 安福路 195 号 1 楼 , 近
Ambrosia Meet Shanghai’s finedining crowd for Japanese Teppanyaki in a
European-style mansion. 2-3/F, 150 Fenyang
Lu, by Yueyang Lu (6431 3935) Daily 5.3010pm 汾阳路 150 号 2-3 楼 , 近岳阳路
Benkay Authentic and fine presented
Japanese cuisine in an elegant hotel. 3/F,
Hotel Nikko Shanghai, 488 Yan’an Xi Lu, by
Zhenning Lu (3211 9999-6620), 11.30am2.30pm, 5.30-10pm www.nikkoshanghai.
com 上海日航饭店 3 楼 , 延安西路 488 号 , 近镇
近江苏路 2) 虹桥路 1 号 , 港汇广场 1651 楼 , 近华
山路 3) 羽山路 350 号 , 近桃林路
deCanto A chic and modern Italian
restaurant overlooking the magnificent
landscape of the Bund. Enjoy the fine dining
with affordable prices plus an extensive wine
list. 11.30am till late. 4B/F, 6 ZhongShan
Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6346 3686) 中
Japanese
Seve Sit in the heart of former French
Concession just few steps away from
Shanghai Theater Academy, the homey
restaurant with 70 seats inside and two
outdoor alfresco balconies is designed in a
modern and simply elegant style, providing
a comfortable and cozy ambiance for all.
600 Huashan Lu,by Zhenning Lu MonSun 11.30am-11pm (6249 3638, www.
seveshanghai.com) 华山路 600 号上海戏剧学院
内 , 近镇宁路
Sabatini Ristorante Italiano A lovely,
traditional Italian restaurant with elegant
offerings right beside Jing’an Park. 1/
Kagen Teppanyaki Haiku by Hatsune’s
upmarket teppanyaki concept. Choice cuts
of meat and fresh fish prepared at your
table. 28D Taojiang Lu, by Hengshan Lu (6433
3232) Daily 6-11.30pm; Sat-Sun: 11.30am3pm 桃江路 28 号丁 , 近衡山路
Kagura Japanese cuisine with a bit of
Thai, Korean, and Vietnam cuisine. Lunch
set starts at RMB40. 390 Shanxi Nan Lu,
by Fuxing Zhong Lu (5171 9539) Daily
11.30am–2pm; 5–11.30pm 陕西南路 390 号 ,
近复兴中路
Kappo Yu A beautiful high-end alternative
to its sister restaurant, Sushi Oyama. There
is only one daily menu of 10 courses that
will set you back RMB690. Expect beautiful
food and excellent service for the price. 33
Wuxing Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu (6466 7855)
Daily 6-10.30pm 吴兴路 33 号 , 近淮海中路
Koyama Though the menu is
extensive,Koyama’s conservative flavours
and passable fare do not justify its premium
prices. Unit 6, 3/F, South Block, Lane 123
Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu (5382 1125) Daily
11.30am-2.30pm; 5.30pm-12am 兴业路 123 弄
新天地南里广场 6 号 3 楼 , 近马当路
Va Bene Enjoy everything from classic
standards to creative cuisine by a Michelinstarred chef in this Xintiandi stalwart. Va
Bene Shanghai has set a new trend for
Italian fine dining using quality Italian
ingredients with authentic Italian culinary
tradition. Block 7, 181 Taicang Lu, by
Madang Lu (6311 2211) Daily, 12-3pm,
6-10.30pm www.vabeneshanghai.com 太仓路
181 弄新天地北里 7 号楼 , 近马当路
Venexia Quiet and long-time neighborhood
resident, Venexia offers Italian staples. 1/
F, 127 Panyu Lu, by Pingwu Lu (6282 2220)
Daily 11.30am-2.30pm; 6-10.30pm 番禺路 127
号 1 楼 , 近平武路
J-Mix The sushi/teppanyaki dining option
of the Jumeirah. Beautiful dining room and
lush surroundings. 1/F, Jumeirah Himalayas
Hotel, 1108 Meihua Lu, by Fangdian Lu (3858
0888) (3858 0888) Daily 11.30am- 2.30pm,
5.30-10.30pm 梅花路 1108 号 1 楼 , 近芳甸路
Mado Izakaya A casual everyman’s Japanese
restaurant, where you can get sashimi,
tempura and yakitori, with a particular
emphasis on crab dishes. 1/F, The Langham,
Yangtze Boutique, 740 Hankou Lu by Yunnan
zhong Lu (6080 0745) 11.30am – 2.30pm;
5.30–11.30pm 汉口路 740 号朗廷扬子精品酒店
1 楼 , 近云南中路
MIYABI Offering an extensive menu
complimented with unmatched Japanese
delicacies, Miyabi provides a combination
of modern flavor with a traditional twist.
The delicacies freshly cooked from the
Teppanyaki counter will delight your day.
Sheraton Shanghai Waigaoqiao Hotel, 28
Jilong Lu, by Xinlan Lu, China (Shanghai)
Pilot Free Trade Zone (3121 9679) Mon-Fri
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由贸易试验区基隆路 28 号 , 近新兰路
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Dinner
近中环路 2) 新乐路 169 号 , 近东湖路 3) 天钥桥路
333 号腾飞大厦 428 室 , 近斜土路 4) 南阳路 123
号 , 近西康路 5) 淮海中路 8 号兰生大厦 401 室 ,
近西藏南路 6) 都市路 5001 号仲盛世界商城 511
室 , 近闵城路 7) 苏州工业园区金鸡湖大道李公堤三
期 20 号楼 8) 南京市江宁区双龙大道 1680 号百家
湖 1912 街区 5 号楼一层
late. 5 Heng Shan Lu, by Dong Ping Lu (6433
4104) 东平路 5 号，近衡山路
(6886 7376) Daily 10.30–2am 1) 浦东金桥碧云
国际社区蓝天路 689 号 2) 浦东新区芳甸路 199 弄
17 号大拇指广场
Xenri No Tsuki A high-end Japanese
restaurant serving new kaiseki cuisine in a
homey and contemporary environment. Lot
309-311, 3/F, Ciro’s Plaza, 388 Nanjing Xi Lu,
by Chengdu Bei Lu (6318 1388) 南京西路 388
号 3 楼 309-311 商铺 , 近成都北路
Inclusive of Sashimi,
Sushi, Tempura,
Steak, Soft Drinks, Beer, Sake
11:30-14:00 (Lunch) 17:30-22:30 (Dinner)
Ooedo High quality sushi and sashimi in a
lovely surrounding. Book on weekends, this
place is usually packed. 30 Donghu Lu, by
Huaihai Lu (5403 5877) Daily 11.30am-2pm,
5.30-10.30pm. 东湖路 30 号，近淮海中路
Latin American
Cantina Agave Voted “Best New Restaurant”
and “Restaurant of the Year” in our 2009
Readers’ Choice Awards for their great tacos
and bar full of artisan tequilas. Suite01, A2-2,
291Fumin Lu, by Changle Lu (6170 1310)
Daily 11-11pm www.cantineagave.com 富民
路 291 号 01 套房 A2-2, 近长乐路
Ceviche A converted French villa that
serves authentic Peruvian fare, focusing on
tapas eats, great south american drinks,
highlighted restaurant's namesake dishes
and a few more entries based on Vargas'
family recipes. 559 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Sinan
Lu (5404 1052) 复兴中路 559 号 , 近思南路
Mexico Lindo Cantina & Grill The colorful
Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurant has
updated its menu for the colorful season,
featuring spicy chili, jalapeno poppers,
green chicken enchiladas, tacos and more,
accompanied with over 40 different types
of margaritas. Live music is available from
Wed to Sat nights and bookings for parties
& other catering are accepted. Unit 39,
Laowaijie, Lane3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an
Xi Lu (6465 9336) Daily 11am-12am www.
mexicolindo.com.cn 虹梅路 3338 弄 39 号老外
街 , 近延安西路
Takumi Robata and Sake Bar Specializing
in the Japanese grill art of robata where
skewers of fish (and meats, if you so desire)
are roasted by masters over an open coal
fire. And, we also provide a variety of
sashimi and sushi together with sake. 1) 4/F,
Shanghai IFC mall, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai
Lu (5011 1677) 11.30am-2.30pm; 5.30-10pm
2) N3-14, Jing‘an Kerry Centre, 1515 West
Nanjing Road, by An Yi Lu (62595177) 1) 世纪
大道 8 号上海国金中心 4 楼 , 近东泰路 2) 南京西路
1515 号静安嘉里中心北区 3 楼，近安义路
Shari New Japanese cuisine served with flair,
plus a lovely outdoor courtyard. 630 Yongjia
Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu (5466 0320)
11:30am-11pm www.shari-shanghai.cn 永嘉
路 630 号 , 近乌鲁木齐中路
Shintori Null II Fresh, elegantly prepared
food and one of the best vantage points for
checking out Shanghai’s urban cognoscenti.
803 Julu Lu, by Fumin Lu (5404 5252) MonFri 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am-2pm,
6-10.30pm. 巨鹿路 803 号 , 近富民路
Sushi Ichi No.5, Lane 50 Gaoyou Lu, by
Hunan Lu (5411 1713) Lunch 12-2.30pm;
Dinner: 5.30-11pm 高邮路 50 弄 5 号 , 近湖南路
Sushi Hisago Chef from Tokyo uses fishes
from Nagasaki to serve authentic Edomae
sushi. No.1, Lane 372 Xingguo Lu, by Huaihai
Zhong Lu (6280 7598) Daily 6pm-12am 兴国
Maya Voted “Best Latin American Cuisine”
in our 2009 & 2010 Readers’ Choice Awards,
Maya was arguably the first restaurant in
Shanghai to start doing Mexican right.
Grand Plaza Club House 2/F, 568 Julu Lu, bu
Shanxi Nan Lu (6289 6889) Daily 5pm-12am;
kitchen closes 10.30pm (Sun 9.30pm); bar
food until 11pm 巨鹿路 568 号 , 近陕西南路
Mexo at bund Mexo adds elegance
and the unexpected to everything from
ceviche to tacos to create a Mexican fine
dining experience unlike anywhere else in
Shanghai. Wharf 1846,Bldg3,601 Waima Lu,
by Zhuxingmatou Jie (3330 0977) 11.30am2.30pm 外马路 601 号 3 号楼 114 室，近竹行码
头街
Unico by Mauro Colagreco The largest tapas
lounge in Asia is reflecting the trendiest
part of Latin contemporary culture with
unique cocktail creations, stunning interior
design, special music compilations, and
exquisite selections of tapas by Chef Mauro
Colagreco. Located at Three on the Bund,
the prestigious address in Shanghai, UNICO
is committed to enlarge the Latin culture,
while inviting people to feel and share
passions within the space. Here, discover a
new experience in Shanghai nightlife, where
food and feelings naturally merged. 2/F, 3
(5308 5399) Mon-Fri 6pm-2am; Sat-Sun 6pmlate. www.unico.cn.com 中山东一路 3 号外滩三
号 2 楼 , 近广东路
Malaysian
Middle Eastern
1001 Nights Here, some of the city’s best
Middle Eastern cuisine is served in a fun,
festive atmosphere. Come for the kebabs,
stay for the belly dancers. 4 Hengshan Lu, by
Wulumuqi Nan Lu (6473 1178, 6473 8289)
Daily 11-2am 衡山路 4 号 , 近乌鲁木齐南路
Modern
Barbarossa Built on a pond in People’s Park,
this beautifully decorated three story lounge
offers amazing skyline views, cocktails and
fragrant shisha pipes and modern Morroccan fare. 231Nanjing Xi Lu, inside People’s
Park (6318 0220) Sun-Thurs: 11-2am; Fri-Sat
11-3am 南京西路 231 弄 , 人民公园内
100 Century Avenue occupying floors 91
through 93 of Shanghai World Financial
Center, creates an atmosphere of sophistication and class in the clouds. Situated as the
highest restaurant in town, 100 specializes in steak, Chinese wok items, steamed
specialties and seafood. 91-93/F, Park Hyatt
Shanghai, Shanghai World Financial Center,
100 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai Lu (3855 1428)
Daily 11am-2.30pm; 5.30-10.30pm 上海环球金
融中心 , 世纪大道 100 号柏悦酒店 91-93 楼 , 近
东泰路
Ginger by the Park The latest branch
of Ginger continues to offer a mix of
international dishes in a vintage three-storey
building. With a bistro on the first floor and
al fresco terrace on the second, guests get
to enjoy the picturesque view of the well
manicured park from cozy dining rooms.
91 Xingguo Lu, by Hunan Lu Mon-Sat: 8am11pm; Sun: 8am-10pm. (3406 0599, info@
gingerfoods.com, www.gingerfoods.com )
兴国路 91 号 , 近湖南路
Green Kitchen Using the freshest seasonal
food and vegetables coming directly from
its organic farm, Green Kitchen provides a
homey atmosphere in the most authentic
taste. 6 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu (5465
9135) Mon-Fri 5:30-11pm, Sat-Sun 11am4pm, 5:30-11pm) 东平路 6 号 , 近衡山路
Fountain This bistro concept in the heart
of Xintiandi offers gourmet-style burgers,
sandwiches and various tapas. A pretty tasty
breakfast is served 8-11am. Unit 4, Building
10-12, Lane181 Taicang Lu, by Madang
Lu (6326 8800) Daily 8a-1am 太仓路 181 弄
10-12 号楼 4 单元 , 近马当路
Kathleen’s 5 Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
Enjoy contemporary American cuisine in a
stunning setting– an art museum overlooking People’s Park. 5/F, Shanghai Art Museum,
325 Nanjing Xi Lu, by People’s Square (6327
2221) Daily 11.30-12am events@kathleens5.
com www.kathleens5.com 南京西路 325 号 ,
上海美术馆 5 楼 , 近人民广场
Mr Willis An inviting kitchen-dining room
offers straightforward homey mains and
lovely starters. Served family style. Expect
a small seasonal menu that is market and
whim driven. 3/F, 195 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi
Zhong Lu (5404 0200) Mon-Fri 11am-2pm
5pm-12am, Sat-Sun 11am- 12am 安福路 195
号 3 楼 , 近乌鲁木齐中路
路 372 弄 1 号 , 近淮海中路
Sushi’O With American flavor infused into
traditional Japanese sushi, Sushi’O offers
26 different rolls and heart-warming winter
udon noodles, seafood soups and more hot
dishes. 21 Yongkang Lu, by Jiashan Lu (150
0082 0420, 400-820-2160, www.sushi-o.com
) 永康路 21 号 , 近嘉善路
Sushi Oyama An exquisite little restaurant
slicing up some of Shanghai’s best Sushi. A
prix fixe menu changes nightly according to
availability and freshness. 2/F, 20 Donghu
Lu, by Huaihai Lu (5404 7705) Mon-Sat: 5.3010.30pm 东湖路 20 号 2 楼 , 近淮海路
Sutekiya A Japanese restaurant infused with
Western and Japanese Teppanyaki, Sutekiya
provides delicate steaks and a wide variety
of fresh seafood. 3/F, Jiadun Plaza, 2088
Yan’an Xi Lu, by Yili Lu (6029 0518) 5.30-11pm
延安西路 2088 号嘉顿广场 3 楼，近伊犁路
UMINOSACHI Refined Teppanyaki. Chains
around the country offering all-you-can-eat
classics. Promotion: RMB168/per person:
Everyday starting at 8.30pm. 1) 2890 Yan’an
Xi Lu, by Zhonghuan Lu (6262 5777) 2) 169
Xinle Lu, by Donghu Lu (5403 0303) 3) Rm
428, 333 Tianyaoqiao Lu, by Xietu Lu (6426
3300) 4) 123 Nanyang Lu, by Xikang Lu (6279
3777) 5) Rm401, 8 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by
Xizang Nan Lu (6319 0178) 6) Rm511, 5001
Dushi Lu, by Mincheng Lu (6480 2588) 7) Bld
20, Jinjihu Da Dao, Suzhou (0512-62622708)
8) 1/F, Bld 5, No.1912 Baijiahu zone, 1680
Longdong Da Dao, Jiangning district,
Nanjing (025 8713 9141) 1) 延安西路 2890 号 ,
106
Cafe Sambal Shanghai Café Sambal
embraces and surpasses all the clichés of
a chic Shanghai eatery - an old loft house
turned stylish restaurant and lounge,
decorated with modern furnishings, offering
relaxed service and a well-balanced yet
authentic Malaysian menu. Jiashan Market,
No.37A, Lane 550 Shaanxi Nan Lu, by Yongjia
Lu (3368 9529, www.cafesambal.com) 陕西南
路 550 弄 37A 号 , 近永嘉路
Mexican & Tex-Mex
Hacienda A fun Mexican eatery adjoining
Zapatas catering to Shanghai’s love of all
things Mexican. Serving up favorites and
a few surprises. They’ve got a party menu
that’s perfect for birthdays and celebrations,
starting at RMB150/person. Daily 5pm - very
Café LIANG & mezzanine The two-level
CAFE LIANG & mezzanine treats diners with
multiple dining options and cuisines. The
buffet style concept on the first level features
a “tick box” menu card for main courses
integrated with buffet for appetizers and
desserts, while the mezzanine level serves
contemporary Japanese-inspired cuisine. Jing
An Shangri-La, West Shanghai, 1218 Yan'an
Zhong Lu, by Tong Ren Road (2203 8889,
www.jinganshangdining.com) 静安香格里拉大
酒店，延安中路 1218 号，近铜仁路
Blue Marlin Bar & Restaurant Blue Marlin
Bar & Restaurant offers an exceptional
environment for all with live music at night,
great food and drinks, and an ambiance
making you want to come back again
and again. The food is a global cuisine
with great flavors from all over the world.
1) No.689 Lantian Rd. Green City Jinqiao
Pudong10.30–2am www.bluemarlin.cn 2)
No.17/199 Fangdian Rd.Thumb Plaza Pudong
mizzi A new and pioneering lifestyle brand
integrating multimedia, entertainment
and vogue elements into the flagship cafe
restaurants which serve creative desserts,
specialty drinks and healthy meals. 1)
No.182, Fucheng Lu, by Huayuan Shiqiao
Lu (6261 1117) 2)Shop E04, Xujiahui Lu, by
Ruijin Er Lu (6285 1117) 3) Shop 513, 999
Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Xiangyang Bei Lu (6259
1117) 1) 富城路 182 号，花园石桥路 2) 徐家汇路
618 号日月光中心广场 1 楼 E04 室 , 近瑞金二路
3) 淮海中路 999 号 513 室 , 近襄阳北路
New Heights Bund brasserie and bar with
creative cocktails, regular DJs and outdoor
seating with a picturesque view. 7/F, Three
on the Bund, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by
Guangdong Lu (6321 0909) Lunch Mon-Sun
11.30am-2.30pm, (Sat-Sun till 4pm), Dinner
Mon-Sun 6-10.30pm,Sat-Sun till 11pm 中山
东一路 3 号 , 外滩三号 7 楼 , 近广东路
Ninethirty by awfully chocolate Made
by hand from scratch, the Singaporean
dining bistro behind the all-time favourite
chocolate cake brand Awfully chocolate,
serves a contemporary selection of western
favourites such as fish and chips, and hearty
beef bourginion with a touch of Asian
influence in a modern setting. Unit306, 3/
F, K11 Arts Mall, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by
Huangpi Nan Lu (6312 9038) 10am-10pm 淮
海中路 300 号 K11 购物中心 3 楼 306 室 , 近黄陂
南路
Sasha’s Steeped in history, this hugely
popular bar is located in a 1920’s mansion
that formerly housed the famous Soong
sisters and boasts one of Shanghai’s largest
and favorite alfresco terraces. Huge beer
list, diverse food offering and 24 wines by
the glass. 11 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu
daily 11am – 2am (6474 6628) 东平路 11 号，
近衡山路
Shook! Restaurant & Rooftop Terrace
Matthew Ona serves up creative international
cuisine with beautiful views and the biggest
Terrace on the Bund. 5-6/F, The Swatch Art
Peace Hotel (Bund 19), 23 Nanjing Dong Lu,
by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu (2329 8522) Daily
11.30am-2.30pm; 6-11pm www.shookrestaurantshanghai.com 南京东路 23 号上海斯沃琪和
平饭店艺术中心 5-6 楼，近中山东一路
The COOK The COOK at the Kerry Hotel
Pudong offers 11 live theater kitchens
and a gourmet delicatessen with a la carte
dining options. Offerings include a Chinese
wok and steam baskets, Asian noodles,
sushi, yakitori and an excellent cheese
vault. Wine by the bot 1388 Huamu Lu,
by Fangdian Lu (6169 8886) 6.30am-11pm
jeyawati.ibrahim@thekerryhotels.com www.
thecookthemeetthebrew.com 花木路 1388 号 ,
近芳甸路
Ello Amici’s Making a somewhat incongruous jump, well-loved California-based
chain Amici’s has skipped expanding across
America in favor of teaming up with a couple
of Chinese real estate moguls and heading
across the Pacific to the new frontier. 102
Xiangyang Nan Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu (6433
7778) 襄阳南路 102 号 , 近淮海中路
La Pizzeria Specializes in traditional and
original thin-crust Italian Pizza, you’ll enjoy
authentic handmade pizza, Panini, Gratin,
snacks and all kinds of desserts made by the
Italian chef! 166 Grand Gateway Plaza Inner
Street, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huashan Lu (6447
2267) 11.30am-9.30pm 虹桥路 1 号港汇广场内
毛家园路 1-3 号 , 近中山南路
TMSK Art and sculpture gallery by day and
graceful wine lounge by night. Whenever
you go, you are sure to impress your date
here. Unit 2, House 11, North Block
Xintiandi, Lane 181 Taicang Lu, by Madang
Lu (6326 2227) Daily 2pm- 12:30am 太仓路
181 弄新天地北里 11 号楼单元二 , 近马当路
Nepalese
Nepali Kitchen Still the friendliest service
this side of Kathmandu. Enjoy authentic
food delivered with the necessary spicy
punch in a pleasant atmosphere. 4 Lane
819 Julu Lu, by Fumin Lu (5404 6281) Mon
6-11pm, Tues-Sun 11am-2pm, 6-11pm 巨鹿路
819 弄 4 号 , 近富民路
Pizza
California Pizza Kitchen Straight from
America’s shopping mall to Shangers. This
chain-restaurant has all the classic pizza,
pasta and salad favorites, plus some more
Asian oriented offerings. 1) 2/F, Bldg. 3,
Lane 507, Sinan Mansions, Fuxing Zhong Lu,
by Sinan Lu (5465 4800) Daily 11am-11pm
www.cpk.com.cn/home_en.html 2) Rm.
L231, 2/F, Kerry Parkside, 1378 Huamu Lu, by
Fangdian Lu (5036 1177) Daily 10am-10pm
cpkchina@hotmail.com 1) 复兴中路 507 弄思
近衡山路 2) 虹桥路 1438 号 4 楼 , 近红宝石路
街 166 号 , 近华山路
MATTO MATTO is a dynamic pizzeria and
bar offering authentic Napoletana-style
pizzas, made-to-order pastas, hot grill dishes
and a great menu of drinks. Unit GF50, 168
Lujiazui Xi Lu, by Fucheng Lu (5081 0966)
Daily 11am-midnight 陆家嘴西路 168 号正大广
场 GF50 单元 , 近富城路
New York Style Pizza 1) 336 Hongfeng Lu,
by Biyun Lu (3872 6606) Daily 12-10.30pm
2) No.23-4, Lane 248 Taikang Lu, by Sinan
Lu (5466 0969) Daily 12-10.30pm 3) B/F,
Email Fashion Plaza, 1699 Nanjing Xi Lu, by
Huashan Lu (3214 0024) Daily 12-10.30pm 4)
Rm150, 1118 Pudong Nan Lu, by Zhangyang
Lu (3868 2738) Daily 12-10pm 5) L116, Kerry
Parkside, 1378 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian
Lu (2022 2198) Daily 12-10pm 6) Rm106,
warehouse4, 653 Waima Lu, by Wangjia
Matou Lu (3376 8308) Daily 12-9.30pm 7)
Rm108, 59 Shuicheng Nan Lu, by Yan’an Xi
Lu (5239 7368) Daily 12-9.30pm 1) 红枫路 336
号 , 近碧云路 2) 泰康路 248 弄 23-4 号 , 近思南路
3) 南京西路 1699 号，近华山路 4) 浦东南路 1118
号 150 室 , 近张杨路 5) 花木路 1378 号浦东嘉里
城 L116 店 , 近芳甸路 , 6) 外马路 653 号 4 库 106
室 , 近王家码头路 7) 水城南路 59 号 108 室 , 近延
安西路
Pizza Marzano 1) 380 Huangpi Nan Lu,
by Xingye Lu (5383 3999) Sun-Thurs:
11.30am-11pm; Fri & Sat: 11am-11pm info@
pizzamarzano.cn www.pizzamarzano.cn 2)
Suite 107, Shanghai Center,1376 Nanjing Xi
Lu, by Xikang Lu (6289 8733) Daily 11am11pm info@pizzamarzano.cn 3) No.1, Unit
111, 570 Yong Jia Lu, by Yue Yang Lu (6467
8898) Sun-Thurs: 12-11pm; Fri&Sat: 11am11pm info@pizzamarzano.cn 4) 507B/C, 5/F
Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huashan
Lu (6447 8880) Daily 10am-10pm info@
pizzamarzano.cn 5) Unit 403, 4/F, K11 Art
Mall, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Huangpi Nan
Lu 1) 黄陂南路 380 号 , 近兴业路 2) 南京西路
The Spot Bar & Restaurant Attractive terrace and pleasantly refreshing interior with
an international menu, televised sports and
affordable drinks. 331 Tongren Lu, by Beijing
Xi Lu (6247 3579) Sun-Thurs 11-2am; Fri-Sat
11-3am 铜仁路 331 号 , 近北京西路
Table No. 1 by Jason Atherton Former
Gordon Ramsay lieutenant and chef of the
Michelin star-studded Maze restaurant set
up his own venture in the first floor of the
Waterhouse Hotel. Expect creative, excellent
Euro-style cuisine with local sensibility. A
stellar experience. 1-3 Maojiayuan Lu, by
Zhongshan Nan Lu (6080 2918) Daily, 11am2.30pm, 5pm-10.30pm www.tableno-1.com/
in Shanghai, FIELDS makes it convenient
and affordable for you to have healthy and
safe organic, imported food items in China.
400-021-0339, www.fieldschina.com, cs@
fieldschina.com.
Green & Safe With an organic farm in
Kunshan, this organic store provides daily
delivered vegetables and a variety of local
and imported organic goods, such as
organic extra virgin olive oil, white and red
balsamic vinegar, organic pasta, muesli and
more. 1) 6 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu
5465 1288, 1/F: 8am-10pm; 2/F: 6.30pm12am 2) 2) 4/F, 1438 Hongqiao Lu, by
Hongbaoshi Lu 10am–9.30pm 1) 东平路 6 号 ,
南公馆 3 号 2 楼 , 近思南路 2) 花木路 1378 号浦
东嘉里城 2 楼 L231 室 , 近芳甸路
1376 号上海商城西峰 107 号 , 近西康路 3) 永嘉
路 570 号 111 单元 1 号楼 , 近岳阳路 4) 虹桥路 1
号港汇广场 5 层 507B/C, 近华山路 5）淮海中路
300 号 K11 购物艺术中心 403 号铺 , 近黄陂南路
Plaza Pizza Shanghai’s first super-sized
Italian-style pizza. Enjoy authentic thin crust
pizzas and specially selected cocktails in a
cultured environment and experience the
vibrant Shanghai nightlife at our bar. 325-1
Huashan Lu, by Changshu Lu (6248 9121)
10am-2am 华山路 325-1 号 , 近常熟路
Southeast Asian
Bali Laguna Delicious vegetarian-friendly
Indonesian cuisine and a romantic setting.
189 Huashan Lu, by Yan’an Zhong Lu (6248
6970) Daily 11-12.30am www.balilaguna.
com. 华山路 189 号 , 近延安中路
Spanish
Albero El Albero, located in the Gran
Melia hotel, offers some excellent
beautifully-presented high-end Spanish
cuisine. Decorated in traditional Andalusian
style. 2/F, Gran Meliá Shanghai, 1288 Lujiazui
Huan Lu, by Yincheng Zhong Lu (3867 8888)
11am- 2.30pm; 5-11pm 陆家嘴环路 1288 号新
天哈瓦那大酒店 2 楼 , 近银城中路
La Cocina by Lapis Lazuli Spanish restaurant
& bar with authentic Spanish dishes and the
full Spanish pinchos bar. 9 DongPing Lu, by
HengShan Lu (6473 1021) Daily 11am - 2am
东平路 9 号 , 近衡山路
Las Tapas Typical Spanish tapas served in a
pleasant, if slightly predictable atmosphere.
1) C6, Building 59, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu, by
Kaixuan Lu (6415 9567) 2) 259 Hongfeng Lu,
by Biyun Lu (3382 1686) 3) House33, Laowai
jie, 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu. Daily
11-12am www.las-tapas.cn 4) Building 32,
Sinan Mansion, 45 Sinan Lu, by Fuxing
Zhong Lu (6426 0660) 1) 淮海西路 570 号红坊
59 幢 C6, 近凯旋路 2) 红枫路 259 号 , 近碧云路 3)
虹梅路 3338 弄老外街 33 号 , 近延安西路 4) 思南
路 45 号思南公馆 32 幢 , 近复兴中路
La Pedrera Authentic paella rice, stonegrilled Kobe beef and a traditional tapas
selection found here. Pair your meal with
wine or sherry from their modern cellar or
head to the second floor to enjoy cocktails
after the meal. 33 Sichuan Zhong Opposite
the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Near Yan'an Dong
Lu (6136 0206) Daily 6-10.30pm, Heineken
Special buy-one-get-one-free. Bar only 四川
中路 33 号（华尔道夫酒店对面，近延安东路）
El Patio Set in a lovely villa Chef Franki offers
fun modern and traditional Spanish dishes.
Terraces abound, wine mark-ups don’t. 110
Fengyang Lu, by Fuxing Zhong Lu (6437
5839) Sun-Thu: 11am-1am, Fri-Sat: 11am2am www.elpatio.com.cn 汾阳路 110 号 , 近复
兴中路
el Willy 5/F, 22 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by
Xin Yong’an Lu (5404 5757) 中山东二路 22 号 5
楼 , 近新永安路
Gran Bodega Gran Bodega serves famous
Spanish wines and authentic tapas. Don’t
miss their grilled goose liver with apple and
black paella. 1/F, Royalton hotel, 789 Wuyi
Lu, by Zhongshan Xi Lu (5206 0719, 5206
8000-5115) Daily 11am-2.30pm 6-11pm
granbodega.spanishrestaurant@gmail.com
武夷路 789 号 1 楼 , 近中山西路
Restaurant Martin Spanish celebrity chef
Martin Berasatagui’s Shanghai outpostfeatures fine modern Spanish cuisine and
impressive wine list. 811 Hengshan Lu, by
Yuqing Lu, inside Xujiahui Park (6431 6639)
Daily, Lunch 11.30am-2.30pm Dinner 6pm10.30pm www.restaurantmartin.com.cn 衡山
路 811 号，徐家汇公园内 , 近余庆路
Wine & Tapas Just as the name suggests,
you come here for the wine, finger food and
fun location. 333 Chang Le Lu, by Xiangyang
Bei Lu (5403 3767) Daily 10am-11pm 长乐路
333 号 , 近襄阳北路
Speciality Food Shops
Amphora As a chain of specialty stores that
brings healthy food from Greece and the
Mediterranean world, the Amphora stands
for the “Best from Greece” and provides
authentic, premium and healthy products
to customers in China. 1) 409 Shanxi Bei Lu,
by Beijing Xi Lu (5213 9066) 2) 434-1 Shaanxi
Nan Lu, by Yongjia Lu (6431 0145) 3) 330
Madang Lu, by Xintiandi (5382 0237) 4) 7-1
Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu (3460 5181) 5)
3899 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6262
0519) 6) 611 Changle Lu, by Donghu Lu (3461
2161) 7) 907 Yuyuan Lu, by Jiangsu Lu (3256
9610) 8) 230 Danshui Lu, by Zizhong Lu (3330
1509) 9) 151&148a, B1, Himalaya Center,
Fangdian Lu, by Meihua Lu 1) 陕西北路 409
号，近北京西路 2) 陕西南路 434-1，近永嘉路 3)
马当路 330 号，近新天地 4) 桃江路 7-1，近汾阳
路 5) 虹梅路 3899 号，近延安西路 6) 长乐路 611
号，近东湖路 7) 愚园路 907 号，近江苏路 8) 淡水
路 230 号，近自忠路 9) 芳甸路 1088 号喜马拉雅
中心 B1，近梅花路
Mahota Kitchen The farm-to-city store
carries fresh traceable farm produce from
Mahota Farm in Chongming island to be
brought home or be enjoyed in the hot pot
restaurant. Taste the difference in quality
as the produce are harvested and delivered
to the store within 24 hours. 1) 10-1F,
M-Town, 1580 Kaixuan Lu, by Huaihai Xi
Lu (5267 9988) 2) B1-101/102, 660 Dapu
Lu, by Longhua Dong Lu (5318 8111, www.
themahota.com ) 1) 凯旋路 1580 号新淮海坊 ,
近淮海西路 2) 打浦路 660 号 B1-101/102, 近龙
华东路
Steakhouses
Char Grill Located inside of the Hotel
Indigo, this beautiful steakhouse serves up
a lovely view and lots of haute meat. 29-31/
F, Hotel Indigo, 585 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu,
by Dongmen Lu (3302 9995) Daily, Dining
Room, 6-10.30pm Bar, 6pm-late www.charthebund.com 中山东二路 585 号 29-31 楼 , 近
东门路
Jimmy’s Kitchen The classic Western
restaurant invites you in for an ‘ultimate
melt-in-your-mouth steak experience’ with
prize wining dry-aged free-range beef. 1/F,
Cathay Building, Old Jin Jiang Hotel, 59 Mao
Ming Nan Lu, by Changle Lu (6466 6869)
Daily 12-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm 茂名南路 59 号老
锦江宾馆（锦北楼）1 楼 , 近长乐路
Monty’s Steakhouse Feels a bit like an office
party at the UN: American food, Asian decor,
Swiss management and a Filipino hostess.
band 2/F, 69 Yandang Lu, by Nanchang Lu
(6385 0777) Daily 6-10pm 雁荡路 69 号 2 楼 ,
近南昌路
Morton’s Steak & Seafood Grill The first
Morton’s in Chinese mainland specializes in
classic, hearty American cuisine including
the grain-fed prime aged Australian beef,
fresh seafood and spectacular desserts
served in generous portions. 1) 4/F, IFC Mall,
8 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (6075
8888) Sun-Thurs 11.30am-10pm; Fri-Sat
11.30am-11pm www.mortons.com/shanghai
2) 4/F, iapm Mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by
Shaanxi Nan Lu (6067 7888) Daily 11.30ammidnight 1) 世纪大道 8 号 , 国金中心 IFC 商场 4
楼 , 近陆家嘴环路 2) 淮海中路 999 号环贸广场 4
楼 , 近陕西南路
Prime 1921 Elegant steakhouse on the 2/
F of the old Soong Mansion. Classically
inspired with a modern twist, there’s more
than just Australian beef that’s worthwhile
to eat on the menu. Daily, 6pm – 11pm. 2/F,
Sasha’s Restaurant & Bar, 11 Dongping Lu, by
Hengshan Lu (6474 6628) 东平路 11 号 2 楼，
近衡山路
President Steakhouse A modern interpretation of authentic Taiwanese steakhouse
perfect for those first dates and first
impressions where service and taste blend
perfectly in this casually stylish yet graceful
gem in the heart of Huangpu district. 691
Jiujiang Lu, by Guangxi Bei Lu (6327 5858)
11am-11pm 九江路 691 号 , 近广西北路
City Super Shanghai Offers a one-stop
shopping for both groceries and prepared
foods from around the world. LG 2, Shanghai
IFC Mall, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan
Lu (5012 0998) Daily: 10am-10pm www.
citysuper.com. 世纪大道 8 号国金中心商场地下 2
楼 , 近陆家嘴环路
Feidan 1) 153 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi
Lu (5403 6991) Daily 8am-10pm. 2) 283
Jianguo Xi Lu, by Jiashan Lu (6473 3194)
Daily 9am-10pm. 3) 332 Jinyan Lu, inside
Shanghai Lujiazui Center Palace (5059 3723)
Daily 9.30am–10pm. 4) 382-1 Dagu Lu, by
Chengdu Bei Lu (6340 0547) Daily 9.30am10pm 1) 安福路 153 号 , 近乌鲁木齐路 2) 建国西
路 283 号 , 近嘉善路 3) 锦延路 332 号 , 陆家嘴中
央公寓 4) 大沽路 382-1 号 , 近成都北路
FIELDS China A premier online grocery
store based in Shanghai who provides
healthy and safe options for all your grocery
needs, including vegetables, fruits, meat
& poultry, fish & seafood, dairies, bakeries
and personal care products. Seasonal
produce and ready-to-serve dishes are also
available. With same day delivery on orders
The 1515 WEST, Chophouse & Bar In The
1515 WEST CHOPHOUSE & BAR, an appetite
for premium Australian beef, Americansized desserts, signature drinks and a classic
bar awaits you. Jing An Shangri-La, West
Shanghai, 1218 Yan'an Zhong Lu, by Tong
Ren Road (2203 8889, www.jinganshangdining.com) 静安香格里拉大酒店，延安中路 1218
107
listings
号，近铜仁路
Roosevelt Prime Steakhouse Thick, juicy
prime steaks from a custom stone oven. AllAmerican beef. Enjoy martins and California
wines on the backlit bar. Frequented by the
Shanghai elite and those with expensive
tastes. 160 Taiyuan Lu, by Yongjia Lu (6433
8240) Sun-Thurs: 5-10pm; Fri-Sat: 5-11pm rps@
rooseveltsteakhouse.com www.rooseveltsteakhouse.com 太原路 160 号 , 近永嘉路
The Grill With a central grill, rotisserie and a
large built-in marble displaying the freshest
seafood, it is a contemporary and colorful
venue for guests in search of the freshest
seafood and succulent prime grade meats
grilled right in front of them in the open
kitchen. 56/F Jin Mao Tower, Grand Hyatt
Shanghai, 88 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai Lu
(5047 1234) Lunch: Daily 11.30am-2.30pm;
Dinner: Daily 5.30-10.30pm 世纪大道 88 号金
茂君悦大酒店 56 楼 , 近东泰路
The MEET The Kerry Hotel’s meat mecca, make
sure you take a peek into their meat locker to
see your dinner up close and personal. 1388
Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu (6169 8888) 5.3010pm 花木路 1388 号 , 近芳甸路
Thai
Coconut Paradise Housed in an elegant
French house with two floors, a garden
and a separate bar annex. 1) 38 Fumin Lu,
by Yan’an Zhong Lu (6248 1998) 2) 2/F, 378
Wukang Lu, by Hunan Lu (5424 5886) Daily
11am-2pm; 5-11pm coconutparadise38@
gmail.com www.lostheaven.com.cn/main.
html 1) 富民路 38 号 , 近延安中路 2) 武康路 378
路 4) 蓝天路 600 号碧云休闲体育中心 A6, 近蓝桉
路 5) 世纪大道 8 号上海国金中心四层 , 近银城中路
6) 仙霞路 99 号上海尚嘉中心 3 层 312A 单元 , 近
遵义路
Simply Thai 1) Level 8, S801-1A, Jiu Guang
Department Store, 1618 Nanjing Xi Lu, by
Jingan Temple 2) Level 4, N4-11, Shanghai
Kerry Centre, 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Tongren
Lu 3) Ciros Plaza, Level 3, 312-314 388
Nanjing Xi Lu,by Huangpi Bei Lu 1) 南京西路
1618 号久光百货 8 楼 S801-1A, 近静安寺 2) 南
京西路 1515 号静安嘉里中心 4 楼 N4-11 , 近铜仁
路 3) 南京西路 388 号仙乐斯广场 3 楼 312-314
Thai Gallery Thai Gallery Those well-versed
in Thai food will admire the authenticity of
these dishes. Creative art covers the walls.
127-1 Datian Lu, by Beijing Xi Lu (6217 9797)
Daily 11am-3pm; 5.30pm-12am 大田路 127-1
号 , 近北京西路
Thai Loft Express Quick, easy and well
priced Thai food. If you don’t want Thai,
you can also order Vietnamese. 105B, Kerry
centre lobby, 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Tongren
Lu (159 2161 6618) Daily 11am-9.30pm 南京
西路 1515 号嘉里中心大堂 105B, 近铜仁路
Urban Thai Tiny Thai restaurant with
excellent steamed sea bass and authentic
curries. Their Thai iced tea is the best in
town. 938 Changle Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu (3250
3863) Daily 11;30am-11pm urban-thai.com/
长乐路 938 号，近乌鲁木齐路
vietnamese
B REAL Refer to “Delivery” for more
information.
号 2 楼 , 近湖南路
quality cocktails in a relaxed and refined
environment. Specializes in gin with over
20 types from all over the world. Daily 7pm3am 1/F,Unit 5, 570 Yongjia Lu, by Yueyang
Lu (6029 9725) 永嘉路 570 号 5 号楼 1 楼 , 近岳
阳路
B&C Bar A fun little 1970’s London dive bar
with cheap drinks and lots of specials. 940
Changde Lu, by Changping Lu (5213 2100)
4pm-2am juhuacandy@hotmail.com 常德路
Xi Lu (6433 6511) Daily 5pm-3am www.
elwilly.com.cn 永福路 47 号 2 楼 , 近复兴西路
I Love Shanghai With a solid events lineup,
stiff drinks and a fiercely loyal crowd of
regulars, ILS is one of the city’s best come
as you are watering holes. 2-3F, 1788 Xinzha
Lu, by Jiaozhou Lu (5228 6899) Daily 5pm4am iloveshanghailounge@gmail.com 新闸
路 1788 号 2-3 楼 , 近胶州路
940 号 , 近昌平路
Backroom Lounge at K5 An intimate yet
glitzy lounge, decorated with velvety red
curtains, still-life paintings and rich earth
tones. 5/F,Shanghai Art Museum, 325
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xinchang Lu (6327 2221)
Daily 5.30pm-2am 南京西路 325 号 , 上海美术馆
5 楼 , 近新昌路
Bar Fly A chill bar/lounge with a lovely
terrace overlooking the former French
Concession. A pretty cigar room (Salon
Harcout) and a few private rooms for the
big wigs. 6/F, 35 Shaanxi Nan Lu, by Changle
Lu (6215 8777) Daily 6pm-2am marketing@
maisonpourcel.com 陕西南路 35 号 6 楼 , 近长
乐路
Barbarossa Restaurant & Lounge Stand
by the lake inside People’s Park, the threestory Barbarossa restaurant and lounge
offers an array of fine food, cocktails, shisha,
tapas and live entertainment in an exotic
ambience. 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huangpi Bei
Lu (6318 0220) Restaurant: 11am-11pm; Bar:
5pm-2am. www.Barbarossa.com.cn 南京西路
Judy’s One of Shanghai’s oldest watering
holes and a Readers’ Choice Hall of Famer,
this institution is perpetually packed with
rowdy punters to the wee hours. 142
Tongren Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu (6289 3715)
Daily 11am-late www.judysco.com.cn 铜仁路
231 号 , 近黄陂北路
Beernest Tiny bar and shop boasting a huge
selection of imported beers. 76-82 Zhaozhou
Lu, by Xizang Nan Lu (138 1650 2260) MonSat (closed on Sun) Summer: 5pm-12.30am;
Winter: 4-11pm jackiehandmade@gmail.
com www.beernest.com 肇周路 76-82 号 , 近
西藏南路
BELGA a new authentic Belgian bistro
serving home made food and more than
40 Belgian beers. this homey, casual
restaurant is all white walls, wood tables and
decoration brought from Belgian.Half of the
85-seating is outdoors on the intimate first
floor garden or the sun-drenched second
floor terrace. Fuxing xi Lu 133, by Yongfu
Lu (6433 4261) Mon-Fri: 11 am -11 pm,
weekends: 11am -2 am ( snacks available) 复
兴西路 133 号 , 近永福路
Greyhound Café was the first fashion café
in Bangkok offering the fashion, service and
food concept - 'Thai with a twist' as a casual
dining experience. With various outlets
between Hong Kong, Beijing and now
Shanghai - Greyhound Café is the modern
take on Thai cuisine. 11am-midnight. 503,
IAPM, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan
Lu (5466 6105, www.greyhoundcafe.com.hk)
Pho Real Some of Shanghai’s finest pho and
Bánh mì, with high-quality ingredients and
a young, hip environment. 1) 166 Fumin Lu,
by Changle Lu (5403 8110) Mon-Fri: 11am -2
pm, 5.30pm -10pm; weekends: 11am -10pm
2) 1465 Fuxing Zhong Lu by Huaihai Zhong
Lu (6437 2222) Mon-Fri: 11am -2 pm, 6pm
-10pm; weekends: 11am -3.30pm, 6pm10pm www.phorealgroup.cn 1) 富民路 166 号 ,
淮海中路 999 号 IAPM mall 503 商铺 , 近陕西南路
近长乐路 2) 复兴中路 1465 号 , 近淮海中路
Herbs With a Thai owner at the helm and
a Thai chef manning the furnace, their fivepage menu showcases some of the best
this nation has to offer, with brash yet often
subtle execution. 1/F, Mayfair Tower, 768
Julu Lu, by Fumin Lu (6208 5357) 巨鹿路 768
Pho Season With 20-years experience in
South-East Asian cooking, theirFrenchborn-South Asian chef has all the SouthEast Asianspecialties– Vietnamese ‘Pho’,
Cambodian ‘Loc Lac’ and Thai ‘Pad Thai’. 427
Dagu Lu, by Chengdu Bei Lu (6327 3778)
Daily 11am-11pm 大沽路 427 号 , 近成都北路
PHOCO Set in a pretty lane house, the
enormous outdoor courtyard is the spot’s
most attractive attribute, which is graced
with bamboo gardens and features mainly
Vietnamese dishes and western fusion
cuisine including steaks and pasta. No.1,
Lane 920 Changle Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu (5289
6275) 长乐路 920 弄 1 号 , 近乌鲁木齐路
号 1 楼 , 近富民路
Lapis Thai 1) 285 Hunan Lu, by Gaoyou
Lu (5466 3026) Daily 11.30am-2.30pm;
6-10pm 2) 3/F, No.19, Lane 199 Fangdian
Lu, by Dingxiang Lu (5033 9223) Daily
11.30am- 2.30pm; 6-10pm 3) No.14, Lane
248 Taikang Lu, by Ruijin Er Lu (6473 3989)
Daily 11.30am-2.30pm; 6-10pm 4) L109, 1376
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu (5252 0082)
Daily 11.00am-Late 1) 湖南路 285 号 , 近高邮路
2) 芳甸路 199 弄 19 号 3 楼 , 大拇指广场 , 近丁香
路 3) 泰康路 248 弄 14 号 , 近瑞金二路 4) 南京西
路 1376 号 109 室 , 近西康路
nightlife
Lapis Thai Kitchen 1) 6/F, 818 Nanjing Xi
Lu, by Shimen Yi Lu (3223 0277) 2) 7/F, 1438
Hongqiao Lu, by Gubei Lu (6237 1261) 1) 南
Bars
东平路 5 号 C 座 , 近岳阳路 2) 马当路 159 号 , 近
兴业路 3) 虹梅路 3338 弄老外街 28 号 , 近延安中
108
复兴西路 74 号 , 近永福路
Bounty Rhumerie A French-owned, piratethemed rum bar that is surprisingly low in
cheese and high in atmosphere. You can
get just about any type of rum cocktail ever
conceived by man and then a few more. 47
Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu (137 6451 0616)
Daily 6pm-late www.bountybar.cn ning@
bountybar.cn 永福路 47 号 , 近复兴西路
Constellation Bar A quiet bar with lowkey 30’s ambiance. Known for its unique
cocktails and ice-making technique, this
is the perfect place for lovers and friends’
get-together. 1) 1-2/F, 33 Yongjia Lu, by
Maoming Nan Lu (5465 5993) Daily 7pm2am www.seiza-bar.com.cn 2) 86 Xinle Lu,
by Xiangyang Bei Lu (5404 0970) Daily 7pm2am 3) 251Huangpi Bei Lu, by Jiangyin Lu
(5375 2712) Mon-Sun: 7pm-2am 1) 永嘉路 33
号 1-2 楼 , 近茂名南路 2) 新乐路 86 号 , 近襄阳北
路 3) 黄陂北路 251 号 , 近江阴路
Cotton’s A charming bar with Jazz played
in the garden, you can “smell” relaxed
ambiance in the air. 1) 132 Anting Lu, by
Jianguo Xi Lu (6433 7995) Mon-Fri: 4pm2am; Sat-Sun: 11:30am-2am 2) 294 Xinhua
Lu, by Panyu Lu (6282 6897) Mon-Fri: 4pm2am; Sat-Sun: 11:30am-2am 1) 安亭路 132 号 ,
近建国西路 2) 新华路 294 号 , 近番禺路
De Refter A cozy Belgian style Brasserie
boasting more than 50 Belgian beers,
De Refter offers an intimate, friendly and
relaxed atmosphere mixed with a classy
crowd equaling the perfect spot for enjoying
the evening with friends, colleagues or a
good book. 181 Jinxian Lu, by Maoming Nan
Lu (3230 2595) www.derefter.com 进贤路 181
京西路 818 号 6 楼 , 近石门一路 2) 虹桥路 1438
号 7 楼 , 近古北路
Simply thai 1) 5C Dongping Lu, by
Yueyang Lu (400 880 7729, 6209 6209) SunThurs:11am-11pm;Fri & Sat: 11am-midnight
2) 159 Madang Lu, by Xingye Lu (400 880
7729, 6209 6209) Mon-Sun: 11am-midnight
3) No.28 Laowai Jie, lane 3338 Hongmei Lu
(400 880 7729, 6209 6209) Sun-Thurs: 11am11pm; Fri & Sat: 11am-midnight 4) A6 Green
Sports & Leisure Center, 600 Lantian Lu, by
Lan’an Lu (400 880 7729, 6209 6209) MonSun: 11am-11pm. 5) 4/F IFC, 8 Shiji Dadao,
by Yincheng Zhong Lu (400 880 7729, 6209
6209) enquiry@simplythai-sh.com www.
simplythai-sh.com Mon-Sun: 11am-10pm 6)
Unit 312A, 3/F, L’Avenue Shanghai, 99 Xianxia
Lu, by Zunyi Lu (400 880 7729, delivery: 6209
6209, enquiry@simplythegroup.com , www.
simplythai-sh.com) Mon-Sun: 11am-10pm 1)
Bin 74 A slick, cozy, glass-encased wine
bar+shop in the heart of the French Concession. 74 Fuxing Xi Lu, by Yongfu Lu (6431
0258) Daily 2pm-1am www.cosmogroup.cn
号 , 近茂名南路
Avenue Joffre BAR Started by cocktail master
Munenori Harada, formerly of el Coctel,
this 1920’s Shanghai-style bar mixes high-
Dr Bar This hidden matchbox of a bar is
arguably the only place in all of Xintiandi
with any character. That’s probably because
it’s owned by Ben Wood, Xintiandi’s
architect. Try their monstrous martinis.
House 15, North Block Xintiandi, Lane 181
Taicang Lu, by Madang Lu (6311 0358) 5pm2am 太仓路 181 弄新天地北里 15 号 , 近马当路
El Cóctel From virtuoso Spanish chef Willy
Trullas Moreno comes this super swank
cocktail lounge. Expect specialty drinks
mixed with surgical precision. Reservations
recommended. 2/F, 47Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing
Jenny’s Blue Bar Second home to hordes of
blokes who regularly stop by for a drink or
a home-made snack. A free foosball table,
classic rock and a big screen showing ESPN
and Star Sports channels. 7 Donghu Lu, by
Huaihai Zhong Lu (6415 7019) Daily 1pm2am jennysbar@hotmail.com www.jennyshanghai.com 东湖路 7 号 , 近淮海中路 142 号 ,
近南京西路
Kaiba Belgian Beer Bar 739 Dingxi Lu by
Yan’an Xi Lu (6280 5688) Sun-Thurs 4pm12am; Fri-Sat 4pm-2am marketing@kaibabeerbar.com 定西路 739 号 , 近延安西路
Kiitos Part of the Japanese ‘micro-bar’
trend, Kiitos brings exacting standards
to its impressive cocktail, and fine spirits
menu. The perfect choice for discerning
drinkers who relish an intimate, low-key atmosphere. 127 Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu
(6431 3787) Daily 7pm-2am 永福路 127 号 , 近
复兴西路
La Cocina A spanish restaurant with a
authentic pinchos bar at first floor.La Cocina
serves Pinchos,Tapas,Sangria, Cocktail and
wines. 9 DongPing Lu, by HengShan Lu (6473
1021) Daily 11am - 2am 东平路 9 号 , 近衡山路
Le Petit Franck A tiny, quaint cocktail lounge
with a retro speak-easy feel serving classic
cocktails, slightly pricey beers and upscale
snacks. Ferguson Lane,376 Wukang Lu, by
Hunan Lu (6433 1213) Tue-Sun 12pm-1am 武
康路 376 号 , 近湖南路
Malabar A cozyand exquisite Spanish tapas
bar with nice food in a good value. Try
the Spanish beer and wines plus excellent
pinchos and tapas. 1081 Wuding Lu, by
Jiaozhou Lu (5237 3085) Mon 17:00-01:00
Tue 12:00-01:00 Wed 12:00-01:00 Thu 12:0001:00 Fri 12:00-02:00 Sat 12:00-02:00 Sun
12:00-01:00 武定路 1081 号 , 近胶州路
Mokkos Bar With a Japanese husband and
wife team behind the bar, reggae rhythms
on the sound system and a cold glass of
shochu in your hand, you’ll agree that this is
one of the coolest little bars in town. Room
103, 1245 Wuding Xi Lu, by Wan Hang Du Lu
(6212 1114) Wed-Mon 7pm-2am, Closed on
Tuesday 武定西路 1245 号 103 室 , 近万航渡路
Mural The best Latin-themed underground
Buddhist temple, looking all-you-can-drink
Friday night bars in Shanghai. Hands down!
10 Hengshan Lu, by Yongjia Lu (6433 5023)
8pm-4am, closed on Tuesdays. postmaster@
muralbar.com www.muralbar.com 衡山路 10
9988) Daily 4pm-late www.m-theglamourbar.
com 中山东一路 , 外滩 5 号 6 楼 , 近广东路
Number 5 Bistro An unpretentious underground bar with free pool, inexpensive
drinks and good bar food to boot. B/F, 20
Guangdong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu
(6329 4558) Daily 10am-2am 广东路 20 号地下
The Park Tavern Stained wood panelling,
billiards, darts and a solid selection of
whiskey and beer all make this a proper pub
in a neighbourhood that desperately needs
one. 840 Hengshan Lu, by Tianping Lu (5465
9312) Mon-Thu: 11am-2am, Fri-Sun: 11amlate 衡山路 840 号 , 近天平路
号 , 近永嘉路
一层 , 近中山东一路
Pokernuts A professional cocktail bar, and
a classy booze paradise with polite services,
a dizzying array of whiskies and a striking
poker table. Offers premium French oysters,
5J Iberian ham, and a nice selection of wines
and Cuban cigars. Free fun Hold’em poker
games available. Well worth of an ALL-IN
night in Pokernuts. C-103, Jinghongqiao
Square, 682 Wuzhong Lu, by Hongxu Lu
6pm-2am (5439 8030) 吴中路 682 号金虹桥广
场 C 座 103 室 , 近虹许路
Pulse A sweet stop-off point where you can
enjoy savories, afternoon tea and cocktails
in the evening. Tower 2, 1st Floor, 1116 East
Hongsong Lu, by Songyuan Lu (3323 6666)
10:00am-01:00am SHASH.FB@hilton.com
www.hilton.com.cn/shanghaihongqiao 红松
东路 1116 号 2 号楼 1 楼，近宋园路
Red Corner Situated at the eastern end
of Dagu Lu, Red Corner is a craft cocktail
lounge which provides a solid selection of
classic drinks like the vesper, old fashioned
Pimm's cup and pisco sour. They also do
quite a few tiki drinks served in novelty
vessels like ceramic skulls and Polynesian
gods. 117 Chengdu Bei Lu,by Dagu Lu (3117
9694) 4pm-2am, 成都北路 117 号 , 近大沽路
Riverdeck ON THE BUND A nostalgic
bar located on the third floor of RIVIERA
SONGHELOU boasting breathtaking scenery
of both sides of the Bund. Riverdeck ON THE
BUND serves as a perfect spot for after-work
drinks and friends' get-togethers. 3F, 505
Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by Xinkaihe Lu (3331
3777, 3331 3071) 中山东二路 505 号三楼 , 近新
开河路
Roosevelt Sky Bar Enjoy rooftop bar
with the best view on the Bund and airconditioned glass atrium. 9 /F, The House
of Roosevelt, 27 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by
Beijing Dong Lu(2322 0800) info@27bund.
com, www.27bund.com 中山东一路（外滩）27
近衡山路
Shiva Lounge Owned by a yoga instructor, Shiva Lounge is decked out in batiks,
candles and many handed Hindu gods. In
the early hours it has the character of a laid
back lounge. Come midnight however, they
crank up the electro-house and the place
turns into a small Room 102, 47 Yongfu Lu,
by Fuxing Xi Lu (6433 5330) Sun-Thu10pm2.00am, Fri- Sat 10pm-5am 永福路 47 号 102
室 , 近复兴西路
The Apartment The boho decor, quirky
furniture, classy rooftop terrace and
expertly mixed cocktails just might fool
you into thinking you’re at the loft party of
a SoHo socialite. Not to be missed. 3/F, 47
Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu (6437 9478) SunThurs: 11am-2am; Fri-Sat: 11am-3am www.
theapartment-shanghai.com 永福路 47 号 3
楼 , 近复兴西路
The BREW Try one of their six home-brewed
beers and you’ll never go back to bottles
of Qingdao again. Warm wood interior,
right on the edge of Century Park. The Kerry
Hotel, 1388 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu (6169
8888) Daily 11am–2am www.shangri-la.com
花木路 1388 号 , 近芳甸路
The Bund Brewery This off-Bund pub brews
it’s own German style lagers. Pair them off
with some hearty pub fare. A less flashy alternative to the typical Bund pretension. The
Custom House, 11 Hankou Lu, by Sichuan
Zhong Lu (6321 8447) Fri-Sat 11am - 2am;
Sun-Thu 11am - 1am www.thebundbrewery.
com.cn 汉口路 11 号 , 近四川中路
The Chalet Not exactly a loveshack but a
good example of how to build a bar in a
box. 385 Yongjia Lu, by Taiyuan Lu (3401
0958) Daily 3pm-3am chaletsh@gmail.com 永
嘉路 385 号 , 近太原路
The Glamour Bar Owned by M on the Bund,
this bar is a magnet for uptowners and well
out of towners out to dress and impress.
Expect impeccable service, in-novative drinks
and occasional live music.(6329 3751 (after
4pm); 6350 9988 (until 4pm)) 6/F, No. 5 the
Bund, by Guangdong Lu (6329 3751, 6350
际酒店 1 楼 , 近世博大道
Long Bar Offering a good selection of
cocktails, deluxe oysters and premium
cigars, legendary Long Bar remains to be a
part of the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the
Bund after architectural restoration. Lobby,
2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu
(6322 9988) Mon-Sat 4pm-1am; Sun 2pm1am 中山东一路 2 号外滩华尔道夫酒店大堂 , 近广
Tango Bang This Argentinian bar and restaurant has a broad menu and a spacious
dance floor upstairs. The staff are friendly
and helpful. Happy hours are long. Tango
lessons are available throughout the week.
Yu Jing Fang, 1F, 545 Pudong Da Dao, by
Dongfang Lu (5877 1881) Daily 11am-2-am 浦
东路
东大道 545 号裕景坊 1 楼 , 近东方路
Windows Scoreboard With the same
rough and ready atmosphere as its three
sisters, this branch adds multiple, big screen
monitors to watch the game, with the usual
cheap drinks. 11/F, 527 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by
Chengdu Lu (5382 7757) Daily: 5pm-late 淮海
THE 7th FLOOR 7F, No.8 Huaihai Zhong Lu,
by Liulin Lu (6307 9999) 淮海中路 8 号 7 楼，近
柳林路
Hotel Bars
中路 527 号 11 楼 , 近成都路
Windows underground With the abrupt
closure of Window’s Too, this basement
dweller up the street has taken on the
mantle of Shanghai’s premier place to get
down and dirty with cheap drinks and all
night beats. 698 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Wujiang
Lu (5116 8857) Daily 10am-late 南京西路 698
号 , 近吴江路
YU Located on 28th floor, YU offers an
inspiring view of the Lupu Bridge and
elegant cocktails. 99 Jiangbin Lu, by Dapu Lu
(5318 8888) 江滨路 99 号 , 近打浦路
Yucca A funky, beautiful bar by Laris that
serves up Latin inspired drinks and snacks.
Sinan Mansions 3/F, 525-527 Fuxing Zhong
Lu, by Sinan Lu (3368 9525) Mon-Sat: 6pmlate www.yuccashanghai.com 思南公馆 , 复兴
中路 525 － 527 号 , 近思南路
Zapata’s Classic “Spring Break” party bar,
where anything goes…bartop dancing,
tequila girls, TOP 40, you name it. 5
Hengshan Lu, by Dongping Lu (6474 6166,
6433 4104) Daily 5pm-late www.zapatasshanghai.com 衡山路 5 号 , 近东平路
Clubs
号罗斯福公馆 9 楼 , 近北京东路
Sasha’s Steeped in history, this hugely
popular bar is located in a 1920’s mansion
that formerly housed the famous Soong
sisters and boasts one of Shanghai’s largest
and favorite alfresco terraces. Huge beer
list, diverse food offering and 24 wines by
the glass. 11 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu
daily 11am – 2am (6474 6628) 东平路 11 号，
Lobby level, InterContinental Shanghai
Expo,1188 Xueye Lu, by Shibo Dadao (3858
1188) Daily 11-2am 雪野路 1188 号上海世博洲
Bar Rouge The go-to spot for Shanghai’s
glitterati, this chic lounge offers expertly
mixed cocktails, the latest electro beats and
one of the best views on the Bund. 7/F, 18
Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong Lu
(6339 1199) Sun-Wed: 6pm-3am; Thu-Sat:
6pm-late www.bar-rouge-shanghai.com 中山
东一路 18 号 7 楼 , 近南京东路
Cirque Le Soir Experience China’s first
boutique circus themed club in the historical
Bund 22 building with a vibrant twist to the
Bund’s nightlife scene. Guests are paraded
with live world-class circus performances
by the mind-boggling cast of performers.
Unparalleled music is also provided by
talented local and International DJs.
Wed–Sat 9pm-4am; Sun–Tues for private
booking: RSVP Cirquelesoirshanghai.com. 4/
F, Zhongshan Dong Er Lu 22, by Xin Yong’An
Lu ( 400 99 100 88) www.cirquelesoir.com 中
山东二路 22 号 4 楼 , 近新永安路
M1NT Winner of 2009 Readers’ Choice
Award for “Club of the Year”.Join the posh
and the poser alike in this quasi exclusive
nightclub, where a chic dining room offering
up superb Asian inspired fusion and grilled
fare are a;sp available. 24/F, 318 Fuzhou Lu,
by Hankou Lu (6391 2811) Lunch: Mon-Fri
11:30am-2:30pm; Dinner: Mon-Sat 6-11pm;
Club: Wed-Sat 9:30pm-late bookings@
m1ntglobal.com www.m1ntglobal.com 福州
路 318 号高腾大厦 24 层 , 近汉口路
M2 Following footsteps of its enormously
successful sibling-- Muse, the excellent
drinks and energetic, crowd-pleasing mixer
offers a distinctive scene. 4/F Hong Kong
Plaza, 283 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Huangpi
Nan Lu (6391 2811) Daily 8pm-late 淮海中路
283 号香港广场 4 楼 , 近黄陂南路
Muse at Park 97 Art deco lounge
overlooking Fuxing Park hoping to develop
ameaningful relationship with expatriate
wallets. Live jazz and a nice balcony. 2/F, 2
Gaolan Lu, by Sinan Lu (5383 2328) Daily
9pm-4am www.museshanghai.cn 皋兰路 2 号
2 楼 , 近思南路
MYST Daily 9:30pm-late 1123 Yanan Zhong
Lu, by Fumin Lu (64379999) 延安中路 1123 号 ,
近富民路
No. 88 Bar This beautifully bonkers bar has
everything from DJs to Live dance acts to...
Magicians? It shouldn’t work, but strangely
it does. Don’t be put off by the kitch. Just
give in and thank us later. 2/F, 291 Fumin
Lu, by Changle Lu (6170 1312) Daily 7.30pm12am 富民路 291 号 2 楼 , 近长乐路
789 Nanjing Lu Bar & Lounge An upscale
hotel bar with 360-degree floor-to-ceiling
windows, an iced seafood bar and cool
lounge music. 64-66/F, 789 Nanjing Dong
Lu, by Xizang Zhong Lu (3318 999956500) Mon-Thurs 5pm-1am; Fri-Sat 5pm2am reservations.shanghai@lemeridien.
com starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien/
royalshanghai 南京东路 789 号 64-66 楼 , 近西
藏中路
Andaz Lounge Specialises in its unique
Kir Royale and other cocktails from Andaz
hotels around the world, it offers a full
range of tea, coffee, cocktails and mocktails
as well. 1/F, Andaz Shanghai, 88 Songshan
Lu, by Taicang Lu (2310 1710) 7am-11pm 嵩
山路 88 号 1 楼 , 近太仓路
Banyan Tree Located on the rooftop of
Banyan Tree Shanghai on the Bund, TOPS
is the first open rooftop bar with full
180°unobstructed view in Shanghai, offering
a breathtaking panorama spanning across
the Bund. 19 Gongping Lu, by Haiping Lu
(2509 1188) Tue-Sun, 2.30pm-1am 公平路 19
号 , 近海平路
Cigar and Dim Sum Executive Chef Peter
prepares daily fresh baked, steamed and
deep fried lobster Dim Sum platter for
your taste buds. Finish it with an excellent
cigar Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2.
Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel, 159
He’nan Nan Lu, by Fuyou Lu (2321 88886234) 2-10pm 上海豫园万丽酒店 , 河南南路 159
号 , 近福佑路
Cin Cin The mezzanine level of the Fairmont
offers luxury wines and cigars plus a variety
of areas to relax in. Choose from their
cocktail bar, refined wine cellar or their
warm cigar lounge. 1/F, Fairmont Peace
Hotel, 20 Nanjing Dong Lu, by Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu (6138 6889) Daily 6pm-2am
www.fairmont.com/peacehotel 南京东路 20
号 1 楼和平饭店 , 近中山东一路
Cloud 9 Located on Level 87 of Jin Mao
Tower, this sky lounge has magnificent
views of the entire city, where guests can
enjoy a wide collection of creative cocktails,
champagnes and Asian Tapas. The floorto-ceiling glassed double-height section
also holds a hide-away mezzanine bar. 87/F
Grand Hyatt, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao,
by Dongtai Lu (5049 1234) Mon-Fri 5pm1am; Sat-Sun 2pm-1am 世纪大道 88 号金茂大
厦 87 楼 , 近东泰路
The Compass Bar This unique bar offers an
extensive collection of marine memorabilia
to celebrates Shanghai’s maritime history,
also check out the open-air promenade. The
Peninsula Hotel 1/F, 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi
Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu (2327 6737) Daily:
11am-2am www.peninsula.com 中山东一路
32 号上海半岛酒店一层 , 近北京东路
Jade on 36 Bar Breathtaking views, creative
cocktails and stunning interior design make
this a must-see venue. Sunday Brunch:
RMB 788 + 15% service charge per person,
effective 28th October 2012. 36/F Grand
Tower, Pudong Shangri-la, 33 Fucheng Lu,
by Lujiazui Xi Lu (6882 3636) 5.30pm-1am
(weekends until 2am) fbreservation.sipu@
shangri-la.com https://www.shang-rewards.
com/aspx/RestaurantBarJade36Bar.aspx 富城
路 33 号香格里拉大酒店紫金楼 36 楼 , 近陆家嘴西
路
JW Lounge Bar Popular with high-flyers,
this lofty lounge boasts panoramic city
views and offers an extensive champagne
list, either by the glass or the by bottle. Live
music six days a week. 40/F, JW Marriott,
399 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huangpi Bei Lu
(5359 4969-6864) Daily 5.30pm-2am www.
jwmarriottshanghai.com 南京西路 399 号 JW
万豪酒店 40 楼 , 近黄陂北路
Liquor Factory Offering extensive cocktail
and wine selection with a touch of Cuba.
Salon de Ning Inspired by an elegant
drawing room in a 30s private Shanghairesidence, this lounge bar offers a wild range
of signature cocktails and tasty snacks. B1/
F, The Peninsula Shanghai, 32 Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong Lu (2327 6731)
Tue-Sat 8pm-1am, Closed on Mon and Sun 中
山东一路 32 号上海半岛酒店 B1 楼 , 近南京东路
XTD elevated Casual, stylish and unique,
that’s what XTD elevated is all about. Enjoy
cool cocktails and an extensive BBQ menu
while sitting back and relaxing on day
beds and cabanas. Daily, 5pm till late. 5/F,
99 Madang Lu, The Langham Xintiandi, by
Huaihai Zhong Lu (2330 2232) 上海新天地朗廷
酒店 5 楼 , 马当路 99 号 , 近淮海中路
Zpark Bar Locates on the 25th floor of the
Renaissance Zhongshan Park, it offers great
view with cool cocktail sellections. There’s
a big variety of bar food including check
satay, Vietnamese Spring roll, Buffalo check
wing and more. Sip hand crafted cocktails
with panoramic views and discover a brand
new sound. Every Tuesday to Saturday from
8.30pm onwards, join Kelly, the runnerup winner of the popular TV Show “SUPER
DIVA”, who’ll stimulate your senses with her
soulful tunes spanning a variety of genres.
25/F, Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park
Hotel, 1018 Changning Lu, by Kaixuan Lu
(6115 8888) benjamin.zheng@renaissancehotels.com 长宁路 1018 号 25 楼 , 近凯旋路
Live Music
Brown Sugar An upscale jazz club featuring
top-shelf cocktails, simple food and live
entertainment. Building 15, Xintiandi North
Block, Lane181 Taicang Lu, by Huangpi Nan
Lu (5382 8998) Daily 6pm- 1am service.
shanghai@brownsugarlive.com www.
brownsugarlive.com 太仓路 181 弄新天地北里
15 号 , 近黄陂南路
JZ Club Shanghai’s true jazz scene has finally
arrived. Check it out and dig the vibe. 46
Fuxing Xi Lu, by Yongfu Lu (6431 0269) Daily
7pm-2am www.jzclub.cn 复兴西路 46 号 , 近永
福路
La Pedrera Join jazz nights in La
Pedrera every Friday and Saturday and
enjoy performances brought by JJ Duet, an
experienced singer who used to perform in
five-star hotels and bars. Special promotion
is offered with selected cocktails, beer, wines
and French & Australian oysters buy-twoget-one free. 33 Sichuan Zhong Lu, by Yan’an
Dong Lu (6136 0206) 四川中路 33 号 , 近延安东
路
LOgO 298 Xingfu Lu, by Pingwu Lu 幸福路
298 号 , 近平武路
Mao Livehouse Shanghai Formerly WTF
Club, this mid-sized performance space has
nowbeen taken over by the local rockers
at Soma Records, who promise plenty
of live music madness, with the backing
of the Japanese investors behind the
successful MAO Livehouse in Beijing. 3/F,
308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by Jianguo Zhong Lu
(6445 0086) Open for events only www.maomusic.com 重庆南路 308 号 3 楼 , 近建国中路
Music Room Live Show The leading DJ Keto
from Taiwan brings his hottest music to the
highest bar in the city on each Wednesday
night where ladies get free-flow sparkling
wines. Enjoy the amazing voice of renowned
vocal artist and saxophone player Wink with
his latest band from Monday to Saturday
from 8pm until late. 92/F, 100 Shiji Dadao, by
Dongtai Lu (6888 1234) Mon-Fri 8pm-1am;
Sat 8pm-2am; Sunday closed 世纪大道 100 号
环球金融中心 92 楼 , 近东泰路
The Ritz Bar Mixologists create uber cool
drinks and special martinis made to order
or select from an impressive collection of
malt whiskies. Shanghai’s favorite Jazz King,
George Butts is making a comeback this
autumn to The Ritz Bar. Call to reserve. 2/
F, The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai, 1376
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu (6279 7977)
Daily 5.30pm -1am every Monday to Sunday
上海波特曼丽思卡尔顿酒店二楼，南京西路 1376
号 , 近西康路
The Shelter This former bomb shelter is
THE place for alternative electronic music
in Shanghai. Low/no cover and good drinks
109
listings
prices make this an indie haven. 5 Yongfu
Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu (6437 0400) Wed-Sat
9pm-late thesheltershanghai@gmail.com 永
by Yanggao Zhong Lu (5033 6717) Mon-Fri:
11am-2am; Sat-Sun: 9:30am-2am 1) 铜仁路
福路 5 号 , 近复兴西路
255 号 , 近南京西路 2) 大拇指广场 17 号 2 楼 , 芳
甸路 199 号 , 近杨高中路
Yu Yin Tang Warehouse music space run
by the Yu Yin Tang collective, filled with
a motley crüe of rock aficionados at the
forefront of shanghai’s burgeoning hardcore
scene. 851 Kaixuan Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (5237
8662) Tue-Sun: 8pm-2am; closed on Mon.
durn1976@gmail.com www.yuyintang.org 凯
The Camel Bar The screens, hot-blooded
crowd and happy hour specials make this
a fun place to meet and watch a game. 1)
1 Yueyang Lu, by Dongping Lu (6437 9446)
Daily 10am-2am www.camelsportsbar.com 2)
116 Weifang Xi Lu, by Pudong Nan Lu (5879
5892) Daily 10am-2am 1) 岳阳路 1 号 , 近东平
旋路 851 号 , 近延安西路
Outdoor Seating
Abbey Road An ideal pub where you
can turn off your mind, relax and float
downstream or come together with some
mates. Come for the tasty brews and pub
grub, stay for the bamboo garden in the
shade. 45 Yueyang Lu, by Dongping Lu (6431
6787) Mon-Fri: 4pm-2am; Sat-Sun: 8.30am2am www.abbeyroad-shanghai.com. 岳阳路
45 号 , 近东平路
Archie’s Friendly neighbourhood bar with
big screen TVs, outdoor seating and cheap
drinks. Giant View, 15, Lane 1520, Huashan
Lu, by Huaihai Xi Lu (6281 4245, 6281 4237)
Daily 12pm-2am archiewanghk@citiv.net 华
山路 1520 弄 15 号时尚虹景大酒店 , 近淮海西路 .
Art Deco Garden Café & Bar A lesserknown
clean and quiet occupant of the Ruijin
Guesthouse. Good for couples who want
a simple sip, stare and sigh sort of night.
Bldg 3, Ruijin Guest House,118 Ruijin Er Lu,
by Maoming Nan Lu (6472 5222-3006) Daily
9.30pm-12am 瑞金二路 118 号瑞金宾馆 3 号楼 ,
路 2) 潍坊西路 116 号 , 近浦东南路
The Max Pub With over eight years’ history,
the Max Pub is one of the coziest sports bars
in Huangpu district. Great western food,
plenty of big screens playing your favorite
sports, free pool, endless cocktails and draft
beers. 188 Fujianzhong Lu, by Fuzhou Lu
(6375 7707) 福建中路 188 号 , 近福州路
The Rocks Grill & Bar A sports bar with a big
garden, views of the Huangpu River, snooker
and ball games on TV. 5-9pm, house wine
buy-one-get-one free. TowerB, Block10,
505 Zhongshan Nan Lu, by Waima Lu (6152
6626) 中山南路 505 号老码头 10 号楼 B 座 , 近外
号 , 虹梅休闲街 21C, 近延安西路
Ricky’s Sports Bar & Grill With live bands,
big screens and pool tables, the Ricky’s is a
relaxing sports bar providing not just live
sports on screen, but fresh and high quality
food for lunch and dinner plus late night
snacks. 930 Pudong Dadao, by Yuanshen Lu
(5093 1519) http://weibo.com/527101298 浦东
大道 930 号 , 近源深路
527 号思南公馆 26A 号楼 2 楼 , 近思南路 2) 西藏
南路 228 号 6 楼 , 近淮海中路
17 号天台 , 近茂名南路
舍酒店 , 近中山南路
Sports Bars
Big Bamboo A sports bar offering an
expanded food menu, with entertainment
including pool tables and flat screen televisions. Big Bamboo pulls large crowds for
events like the World Cup and Superbowl.
1) Hong Mei Entertainment Street, No. 20,
Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6405
8720) Daily: 11am-late www.bigbamboo.
cn 2) 132 Nanyang Lu, by Tongren Lu (6256
2265) Daily: 2pm-4am carsten@bigbamboo.
asia 3) 381 Hongfeng Lu, by Biyun Lu (5030
1779) Sun-Thu: 11am-2am; Fri-Sat: 11am3am carsten@bigbamboo.asia 1) 虹梅路 3338
弄虹梅休闲街 20 号 , 近延安西路 2) 南阳路 132
号 , 近铜仁路 3) 红枫路 381 号 , 近碧云路
Boxing Cat Brewery 1) Unit 26A, Sinan
Mansions, 519-521 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by
Sinan Lu (6426 0360) Mon-Fri: 5pm-2am; SatSun: 10am-2am info@boxingcatbrewery.com
www.boxingcatbrewery.com 2) 82 Fuxing Xi
Lu, by Yongfu Lu (6431 2091) Mon-Thu: 5pm2am; Fri: 3pm-2am; Sat-Sun: 11am-2am 1) 复
兴中路 519-521 号思南公馆 26A, 近思南路 2) 复
兴西路 82 号 , 近永福路
Wine Bars
Brick Restaurant and Wine Lounge Quaint,
cozy, comfortable and cool, Brick also offers
a jazz scene. Get a table by the piano, tuck
into some Mediterranean-style cuisine. 30
Sinan Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu (6093 2005)
Daily 11-2am brickwangyan@163.com 思南路
30 号 , 近淮海中路
Burdigala Bordeaux Wine Bistrot In
partnership with the CIVB and initiated by
private investor Franck Boudot, the Burdigala
Bordeaux wine Bistrot offers some fifty
châteaux and brands reflecting the whole
Bordeaux range: red, dry, sweet, rosé and
Crémant de Bordeaux wines. 550 Wuding Lu,
by Shaanxi Bei Lu (6217 0377) 11am - 1pm
info@theburdigala.com ww.theburdigala.
com 武定路 550 号 , 近陕西北路
Dr Wine This sumptuous wine bar has
bottles from RMB118 (a French Cab Sauv) to
RMB45,000 for a 1982 Chateau Lafite. Don’t
worry if the selection overwhelms you,
someone will be there to hold your hand.
177 Fumin Lu, by Julu Lu (5403 5717) Sun-Sat
5pm-2am info@lebistrodudrwine.com 富民路
177 号 , 近巨鹿路
Epicvre Wines and spirits imported from
France, delicious imported jams and
marmalades all make it worth a visit to this
gourmet shop/wine bar. 98 Xinle Lu,by
Xiangyang Lu (5404 7719) Daily 11am- 11pm
新乐路 98 号 , 近襄阳路
Glo Wine Bar Arriving August 8thLooking
for the perfect place to meet friends,
unwind from work, de-brief during the
day? Then Glo Wine Bar is the perfect
destination. Whether you want to catch up
over cocktails, share a well chosen bottle
of wine or enjoy our International tapas &
platters, you will find the perfect solution
in Glo Wine Bar. 3/F,1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu,
by Dongping Lu (6466 6565, shanghai@
glolondon.com www.glolondon.com) MonSun: 4pm-late 乌鲁木齐南路 1 号 3 楼，近东平路
Koala Bar Friendly local bar with big screen
televisions, a pool table and loads of drink/
food specials. Caters to the clientele coming
from the nearby Jiaotong University. 280
Huaihai Xi Lu, by Panyu Lu (5258 8779, 138
1880 3478) 11am-2am 淮海西路 280 号 , 近番
号 , 近湖南路 2) 建国西路 283 弄 5 号楼 , 近襄阳路
Malone’s Popular American-style bar and
winner 2009 Readers’ Choice Award for best
pub. Come for the burgers, stay for the live
music and TV sports. 1) 255 Tongren Lu, by
Nanjing Xi Lu (6247 2400) Daily 11am-2am 2)
2/F, shop 17 Thumb Plaza, 199 Fangdian Lu,
How Bar A specialized organic and biodynamic wine bar where each bottle
is thoughtfully selected and imported
directly from boutique French vineyards. 7/
F, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong
Lu (3366 4788) Tue-Sat, 5pm-1am www.
threeonthebund.com 中山东一路 3 号，外滩三
禺路
110
仓路
Roosevelt Wine Cellar The Largest Wine
Cellar in Town with over 4,000 labels. Every
Wednesday is Winesday 6.30-8pm. The
House of Roosevelt, 2/F, 27 Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu (2322 0800)
info@27bund.com, www.27bund.com 中山东
一路（外滩）27 号罗斯福公馆 2 楼 , 近北京东路
HoF A popular wine bar that provides super
tasty chocolate and cakes for afternoon
tea, featuring chocolate velvet cakes,
death by chocolate, etc. A variety of wines
and cocktails are provided at night. B1/
F, DBS Building, 1318 Lujiazui Huan Lu, by
Dongyuan Lu (5010 0800) Mon-Sat: 3pm10pm www.houseofflour.com 陆家嘴环路
1318 号 B1 层 , 近东园路
Shanghai Brewery Microbrewery restaurant
and sports bar with the chef from Michelin
two-Star restaurant. Great hand-crafted
beer (6 styles), tasty food with international
flavors and live sports on big screens. 1) 15
Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu (3461 0717)
Daily: 10am-2am www.shanghaibrewery.
com 2) 21C, Hongmei Entertainment Street,
3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6406
5919) Sun-Thu: 10am - 2am; Fri-Sat 10am3am 1) 东平路 15 号 , 近衡山路 2) 虹梅路 3338
近茂名南路
The Roof at Waterhouse The Roof at
Waterhouse, a rooftop cocktail bar, offers
a splendid view of the Huangpu River and
serves up the most creative concoctions and
delectable appetizers to guests who come to
this perfect cozy getaway in the city. 4/F, 1-3
Maojiayuan Lu, by Zhongshan Nan Lu (6080
2988 ext. 919, www.waterhouseshanghai.
com) Daily 6.30pm-1.30am 毛家园路 1-3 号水
L’Aveue A classy and trendy wine bistro in
Xintiandi offering a selection of home-made
tapas, dips, pizza, sharing plates and wines
in a comfortable and warm atmosphere. 1/
F, 333 Huangpi Nan Lu, by Taicang Lu (6301
9999) 24/7, 11-2am 黄陂南路 333 号 1 楼 , 近太
马路
The Fat Olive This Greek-themed wine
and mezze by David Laris features a lovely
terrace ideal for relaxing with a glass of
wine and warm pita bread. 1) 2/F, Unit 26A,
Sinan Mansions, 525-527 Fuxing Zhong Lu
by Sinan Lu (3368 9524) Daily 11-late www.
thefatolive.com 2) 6/F, Silver Court Complex,
228 Xizang Nan Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu
(6334 3288) Daily 11-1am 1) 复兴中路 525-
La Terraza This terrace lounge offers a nice
chill-out place. Besides, free snacks are
passing around every night. 17 Yongjia Lu,
by Maoming Nan Lu (5465 5837) Daily 4pm4am la.terraza.shanghai@gmail.com 永嘉路
Bookstores
号 7 楼，近广东路
Globus Wine 1) Ferguson Lane, 376
Wukang Lu, by Hunan Lu (6466 8969) Daily
12-10pm 2) 83 Jianguo Xi Lu, by Xiangyang
Lu (5466 1575) Daily 12-10pm 1) 武康路 376
Wine Must With an original winery décor,
this cozy spot features a pretty outdoor
terrace tucked in central Jing’an, who serves
up lunch on workdays and brunch at the
weekend with a good selection of traditional
home cooked sharing food and wines. 1/F,
Bld 2, 881 Wuding Lu, by Changde Lu ( 6176
1378) Daily 11am-1am 武定路 881 号 2 号楼 1
楼 , 近常德路
Garden Books New shop soon be opening
in SHANGHAI CENTER, F1/1376 Nanjing
Road (W), (EAST SUITE)Sells imported
books, newspapers, magazines and other
foreign publications. www.bookzines.com
chochobook@yahoo.com.cn 325 Changle
Lu, by Shaanxi Lu (5404 8728) 长乐路 325 号 ,
近陕西路
business center
Business center
Vine Chic wine bar with a large selection of
old & new world wines. Asian & Westernstyle nibbles also served. Tower 1, 1st Floor,
1116 East Hongsong Lu, by Songyuan
Lu (3323 6666) 5:00pm-01:00am SHASH.
FB@hilton.com www.hilton.com.cn/
shanghaihongqiao/restaurants 红松东路 1116
号 2 号楼 1 楼，近宋园路
Wine Shops
ENOTECA 1) Shop No.L4-402, Level 4,
Shanghai iapm shop, 999 Huaihai Zhong
lu, by shaanxi Nan Lu (5174 8865) 2)Shop
No.L4-21, 4/F, IFC, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Yincheng
Zhong Lu (5012 1480) 3) B1/F, TAKASHIMAYA
department store, 1438 Hongqiao Lu,
by Manao Lu (6295-8292) 4) B1/F, Sogo
Department store, 1618 Nanjing Xi Lu, by
Huashan Lu (5237-9015) 1) 淮海中路 999 号环
贸广场 L4-402, 近陕西南路 2) 世纪大道 8 号上海
国金中心 L4-21 铺 , 近银城中路 3) 虹桥路 1438
号古北国际财富中心 2 期裙房 B1-010, 近玛瑙路
4) 南京西路 1618 号上海久光百货 B1 楼 DB12 店
铺 , 近华山路
Everwines Shop A cheery, laid back wine bar
and shop, with a nice terrace and frequent
wine classes. 200 Taizhou Lu, by Kangding Lu
(3208 0293) Daily 12pm-12am jinganshop@
everwines.com www.everwines.com 泰州路
200 号 , 近康定路
GLADYS With selected fine wine from
Australia, France and the rest of the world,
the neighborhood friendly wine shop
also provides quality imported food and
beverages which are available for delivery.
12am-10pm daily. 71 Zhaohua Dong Lu, by
Zhening Lu (5237 0807) 昭化东路 71 号 , 近镇
宁路
Vins Descombe A wine bar and retail space
that hosts regular tastings and events. Also
sells box wine. 372 Dagu Lu, by Shimen Yi Lu
(6340 1590) Tues-Sun 12-10pm 大沽路 372 号 ,
近石门一路
W&W Fine Wines and Whiskies Professional butler service and selection, high
quality of fine wines & single malt whisky.
An awesome selection of whiskies and wines
for decent prices (Napa Valley vintages start
at RMB98, Glenfidditch 12 yr RMB260) - Also
a bar where you can sip. 779 Beijing Xi Lu,
by Shimen Er Lu (3353 5189) 北京西路 779 号 ,
近石门二路
1) Regus Aurora Plaza, 11/F Aurora Plaza,
99 Fucheng Lu, by Huayuan Shiqiao Lu 富城
路 99 号，震旦国际大楼 11 楼
2) Regus Bund Centre, 18/F Bund Centre,
222 Yan’an Dong Lu, by Jiangxi Zhong Lu 上
海黄浦区延安东路 222 号 , 近江西中路
3) Regus BEA Finance Tower, 15/F BEA
Finance Tower, 66 Huayuan Shiqiao Lu, by
Lujiazui Huan Lu 上海浦东新区花园石桥路 66
号 , 近陆家嘴环路
4) Regus Central Towers, 11/F, Tower B,
Central Towers, 567 Langao Lu, by Jiaotong
Lu 上海市普陀区岚皋路 567 号 , 近交通路
5) Regus Eco City, 9/F Eco City, 1788
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Changde Lu 上海静安区南京
西路 1788 号 , 近常德路
6) Regus Harbour One, 16/F Harbour One,
1080 Dongdaming Lu, by Huoshan Lu 上海虹
口区东大名路 1080 号 , 近霍山路
7) Regus ICC, 7/F One ICC, 999 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Xiangyang Bei Lu 上海市徐汇区
淮海中路 999 号 , 近襄阳北路
8) Regus Jin Mao Tower, 31/F Jinmao
Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai Lu 上海浦
东世纪大道 88 号 , 近东泰路
9) Regus Raffles City, 51/F Raffles City, 268
Xizang Zhong Lu, by Fuzhou Lu 上海黄浦区西
藏中路 268 号 , 近福州路
10) Regus Standard Chartered Lujiazui, 5/
F Standard Chartered Tower, 201 Shiji Dadao,
by Lujiazui Huan Lu 上海浦东陆家嘴世纪大道
201 号 , 近陆家嘴环路
11) Regus One Corporate Avenue, 15/F
One Corporate Avenue, 222 Hubin Lu, by
Huangpi Nan Lu 上海卢湾区湖滨路 222 号 , 近黄
Mr. Billy’s Hand Made Shoes 1238 Changle
Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu Daily 11am-10pm
Billywang09@21cn.com www.billyshoes.com
12) Regus Shui On Plaza, 12/F Shui On
Plaza, 333 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Huangpi
Nan Lu 上海卢湾区淮海中路 333 号 , 瑞安广场 12
Orchestra-Asia
陂南路
层，近黄陂南路
13) Regus Silver Court, 3/F Silver Court
Office Tower, 85 Taoyuan Lu, by Liulin Lu 上海
卢湾区桃源路 85 号 , 近柳林路
14) Regus Nanjing West Road, 18/F
Shanghai Oriental Centre, 699 Nanjing Xi Lu,
by Wujiang Lu 上海静安区南京西路 699 号 , 东
方众鑫大厦 18 层，近吴江路
15) Regus One Prime(NEW), 25/F, One
Prime, 360 Wujin Lu, by Sichuan Bei Lu 上海
市虹口区武进路 360 号 , 近四川北路
16) Regus Plaza 66(NEW), 15/F, Tower 2
Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Shaanxi Bei
Lu 上海市南京西路 1266 号 , 近陕西北路
17) Regus The Headquarters(NEW), 25/
F the Headquarters Building, 168 Xizang
Zhong Lu, by Renmin Dadao 上海市黄浦区西藏
中路 168 号 , 近人民大道
18) Regus Yueda 889, 8/F Yueda 889, 1111
Changshou Lu, by Wanhangdu Lu 上海静安区
长寿路 1111 号，近万航渡路
19) Regus Shanghai Mart Hongqiao, 2/F
ShanghaiMart Tower, 2299 Yan’an Xi Lu,by
Gubei Lu 上海长宁区延安西路 2299 号，近古北
路
20) Regus Silver Centre, 1388 Shaanxi Bei
Lu, by Xinhui Lu 上海普陀区陕西北路 1388 号，
近新汇路
21) Regus 21st Century Building (NEW),
6/F The 21st Century Building, 210 Shiji
Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 上海浦东新区世纪
大道 210 号 , 近陆家嘴环路
1933 Shanghai is one of the most distinctive landmarks in Shanghai, and functions
as not only a creative park, but also a
fashion landmark. Creative offices, specialty
restaurants, fashion retail plus spaces for
events, partys, weddings, and drama shows
are all available. 611 Liyang Lu, by Haining
Lu (400 888 1933) 溧阳路 611 号 , 近海宁路
长乐路 1238 号 , 近乌鲁木齐中路
上海淮海青少年旗舰店
1/F Huaihai Youth Department Store, 775
Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Ruijin Yi Lu (6472
7544) 淮海中路 775 号 1 楼 , 近瑞金一路
Shanghai Tang 1) No.15 North Block,181
Taicang Lu, by Madang Lu (6384 1601) MonSun 10.30am-11pm 2) Shop E, Jinjiang Hotel,
3006) Mon-Sun 10am-10pm 3) ShangriLa Pudong Lobby Level, 33 Fucheng Lu,
by Mingshang Lu (5877 6632) Mon-Sun
10am-10pm 4) 1/F, 333 Huangpi Nan Lu, by
Taicang Lu (6384 1601) Mon-Sun 10.30am11pm 5) L1C, Level 1 the Peninsula Hotel,
32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong
Lu (6329 6255) Mon-Sun 10.30am-11pm 6)
L221, Citic Square, 1168 Nan Jing Xi Lu, by
Jiangning Lu (5212 2162) Mon-Sun 10.30am11pm 1) 太仓路 181 弄新天地北里 15 号 , 近马当
路 2) 茂名南路 59 号锦江饭店 E 店铺 , 近长乐路 3)
富城路 33 号浦东香格里拉大酒店一楼 , 近名商路
4) 黄陂南路 333 号新天地 1 层 , 近太仓路 5) 中山
东一路 32 号半岛酒店 1 层 L1C 铺 , 近南京东路 6)
南京西路 1168 号中信泰富广场 2 层 221 单元 , 近
江宁路
Stella Lam The first Exclusive EveningGown
Boutique in Shanghai, with morethan 500
styles presented in the showroom,10,000
styles for made-to-order, isbound to reveal
women’s volatile glamour. No.6, Lane210
Taikang Lu, by Ruijin Er Lu (6466 9710) Mon
- Fri: 9am - 6pm stellalam@stronglytrading.
com www.stellalam.com 泰康路田子坊 210 弄
6 号 , 近瑞金二路
Wowshopping Search and buy from Taobao
(China’s largest online marketplace) in
English and then let WowShopping do the
rest. WowShopping is a fantastic new service
for expats, who will place the order, arrange
delivery and communicate with sellers on
your behalf. Wow makes shopping in China
easy. Check out latest collections for some
stunning products at great prices. wowshopping.com.cn
Furniture & Lifestyle
Life & style
Apparel
Ben Zhou Handmade Shoes Studio Custommade shoes in retro, modern and popular
designs for both male and female. You can
also have pictures of certain designs and
your favourite worn shoes copied. 1) B148, Luocheng Plaza, 1665 Hongqiao Lu, by
Shuicheng Lu (138 1788 7660, 136 3658
0300) 9.30am-10pm 2) Rm112, 90-1 Nanyang
Lu, by Xikang Lu (138 1788 7660, 5213
5770, 136 3658 0300) 9.30am-10pm 3) D-01
A.P. Plaza South.No.2002 Century Avenue
Pudong (138 1718 9104) 9.30am-10pm 1) 洛
城广场 B1-48, 虹桥路 1665 号 , 近水城路 2) 南阳
路 90-1 号 112 室 , 近西康路 3) 上海市浦东新区
世纪大道 2002 号，亚太盛汇南广场 D-01
Connecting families to Shanghai.
BCoS I'M HOME A new lifestyle brand in
home décor, artifacts, interior designs and
creative products, specializing in creating
an exciting and healthier living space with
creative designed artifacts, prints and
paintings, artificial plants, soft furnishing,
and home accessories. 600 Shaanxi Bei Lu,
by Xinzha Lu (6045 2368) 陕西北路 600 号 , 近
新闸路
+8 (Jia Ba) With a selection of high quality
furniture, home ware and accessories, Jia
Ba offers a wide range of traditional and
contemporary Japanese designed products.
High quality and fine craftsmanship,
exclusively in +8. 176 Taikang Lu, by Sinan Lu
(6418 6386, 137 0167 1299) 泰康路 176 号 , 近
思南路
ANNABEL LEE SHANGHAI is a Shanghaibased luxury home and fashion accessories
brand that reflects beautiful Chinese
tradition and culture. It boasts sophisticated
modern Chinese design in the form of the
finest Chinese silk, cashmere and jewelry.
Silk pouches with delicate embroidery,
intricately-woven cashmere shawls made
of the highest-quality cashmere from Inner
Mongolia, breath-taking jewelry made of
beautiful gemstones, all of which make
perfect gifts! 1) No. 1, Lane 8, Zhongshan
Dong Yi Lu, by Fuzhou Lu (6445-8218)
10am-10pm 2) Unit 3, House 3, North Block
Xintiandi, 181 Taicang Lu,by Huangpi Nan Lu
(6320 0045) 10am-10pm 1) 中山东一路 8 弄 1
号，近福州路 2) 太仓路 181 弄新天地北里 3 号楼
3 单元，近黄陂南路
DTL Michelle Collection Indoor&Outdoor
Furniture store with showrooms of 2,000sqm
in both Pudong and Puxi. Customized
services are also provided. 1) 160 JinFeng
Bei Lu, by Longdong Da Dao (5833 1968,
5476 1812) dtlmichelle@yahoo.com www.
dingtang.com 2) B-1, 1568 HuQingPing
Gong Lu, by Xiewei Lu (6976 0245)
dtlmichelle@yahoo.com www.dingtang.com
1) 金丰北路 160 号 , 近龙东大道 2) 沪青平公路
1568 号 B-1, 近谢卫路
Homes-Up.com provides a wide selection
of creative home deco accessories, home
textiles, small storages, etc. All products are
Homes-Up exclusive design, imported from
all over the world. Experience an innovative
decoration concept in Shanghai. Shop online
at www.homes-up.com. 1) 374 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Danshui Lu 2) 38 Changshun
Lu, by Hongqiao Lu (400 655 0280) 10am10pm. 1) 淮海中路 374 号 , 近淡水路 2) 长顺路
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GELINCASA Original modern designs
mingled with classic shanghai antiques,
perfect matched handcrafted furnishings to
make your space unique. Gelincasa will be
a bridge to transfer your dream into your
home. Please note, nothing could be better
than living in a heal 577 Changde Lu, by
Xinzha Lu (625 3517 5802) Mon-Fri: 9am7pm; Sat-Sun 10am-7pm designer@gelincasa.
com. For more details and the latest new
design, please check www.mooke.cn, www.
gelincasa.com 常德路 577 号 , 近新闸路
Diva Life Nail & Beauty Lounge Just three
minutes’ walk from the trendy “Tianzifang”,
down a quiet lane in the middle of the hustle
and bustle of the French Concession, Diva
Life is a wonderful location to while away a
couple of hours treating yourself a massage,
facial, waxing, manicure or pedicure. The
American and Taiwanese owners strictly
follows Swiss clean hygiene standard and
have imported Dermalogica, OPI and Calgel
products to ensure you the best quality
services with affordable prices. English
speaking staff here will help you organize all
kinds of spa parties for big and small divas.
266 Ruijin Er Lu, by Taikang Lu (5465 7291)
10am-10pm www.mydivalife.com/Home/
Index.aspx 瑞金二路 266 号 , 近泰康路
Eco & More An Australian brand of 100%
plant based, chemical free, home care and
personal care products that are made with
safer, healthier plant and mineral based
ingredients with no unnecessary chemical.
Good for you. Better for the environment.
Free delivey all around town. Rm412, 570
Yongjia Lu, by Yueyang Lu (3252 9103)
9.30am-6pm j.s@eco-more.com www.ecomore.com 永嘉路 570 号 412 室 , 近岳阳路
Dress up your World
LE REXO
Happii Woman Happii Woman specializes
in providing house-call spa services for
women. Facial, aromatherapy massage,
nail treatment, waxing, makeup and
hairstyling...whenever you want, in the
comfort of your own home. Rm809, 82
Anyuan Lu, by Changhua Lu (6103 6913, 158
0052 5870) 10am-10pm admin@happiiwoman.com 安远路 82 号 809 室 , 近昌化路
Chinese Medicine
Dr. Li Jie Chinese Medicine Clinic Trained
at the Shanghai University of Traditional
Chinese Medicine and with 28 years of
experience, Dr. Li owns this well-licensed
clinic that offers a full range of Chinese
medical services and courses for both expats
and locals: herb medicines, acupuncture
and moxibusion, tui na ( Chinese massage
for adult and childs), gua sha (scraping
method), cupping, point application
of drugs, Chinese medicated diet, Qi
gong, reflexology (foot massage) and life
cultivation (keep good health and long life)
etc. Appointment only. 5C, No.28, Lane18
Hongqiao Lu, by Caoxi Bei Lu (3424 1989)
ljpctcm@126.com http://www.ljtcm.net 虹桥
The Mahota Health Management Center
Health Management Center inspires you
to lead a new sustainable, healthy lifestyle
with experienced medical professionals
integrating natural therapies, modern life
sciences with Traditional Chinese Medicine.
12-2F, M-Town, 1580 Kaixuan Lu, by Huaihai
Xi Lu (5267 9988; wellness@mahota.asia,
www.mahota.asia) Mon-Fri: 10am-8pm; SatSun 10am-6pm 凯旋路 1580 号新淮海坊 12-2,
HIGH END
近淮海西路
MADE TO ORDER & CUSTOM MADE FURNITURE
INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICE
DENTAL
www.lerexo.com
LE REXO High-End Western & Chinesestyle furniture, LE REXO’s pieces are all 100
percent made-to-order, custom made and
hand crafted from precious woods like elm,
rosewood, ebony, sandalwood etc... LE REXO
also makes upholstered pieces like armchairs
and sofas in a variety of sumptuous fabrics
and leathers and offer free interior design
& decoration service for professionals and
individuals. 2F, N.20, Lane 383, South Xiang
Yang road (By Yong Jia Road). (5213 0016)
www.lerexo.com. Wed-Sun, 12:30-18:00 樂蕊
Dr.Harriet Jin’s Dental Surgery Dr.Harriet
Jin’s Dental Surgery offers special care for
every patient. Comfortable environment and
good service are also what you can enjoy
here. Rm1904, Hui Yin Plaza, 2088 Huashan
Lu, by Guangyuan Xi Lu (6448 0882)
9am—6pm harrietjin@online.sh.cn www.
drharrietdental.com/ 华山路 2088 号汇银广场
1904 室 , 近广元西路
Global HealthCare Medical & Dental Center
– Puxi Suite 303, Eco City 1788Nanjing Xi Lu,
by Wulumuqi Bei Lu (5298 6339, 5298 0593)
歐 , 襄阳南路 383 弄 20 号 2 楼 , 近永嘉路
Lily’s Antiques Specializing in high
quality and genuine Chinese antiques, Lily’s
Antiques offers 100 percent wood furniture
and home decor for the modern home.
Tailor-made furniture can be ordered on
request and free shipping is provided within
Jinqiao area. 1037 Biyun Lu, by Huangyang
Lu (5019 1199) showroomsh@lilysantiques.
com; www.lilysantiques.com 碧云路 1037 号 ,
近黄杨路
NewX.com offers quality European design
furniture and home decor at a great value.
By simply operating online and on-demand,
NewX cuts all unnecessary costs and the
savings are passed on to the customer. Free
delivery in town. Shop online at www.newx.
com or www.newx.cn (400 068 7080)
南京西路 1788 号 1788 国际中心 303 室 , 近乌鲁
木齐北路
Global HealthCare Medical & Dental
Center – Pudong Shop 212, Shanghai World
Financial Center, 100 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui
Huan Lu (6877 5093, 6877 5993 ) 世纪大道 100
号上海环球金融中心商场 212 室 , 近陆家嘴环路
Helen Nail Spa A long-time favorite among
locals and expats alike, Helen Nail Spa
is much more than a nail spa; they have
a variety of pampering treatments and
excellent waxing services. 1) 120 Nanchang
Lu, by Yandang Lu (5383 8957) Daily 10am10pm 2) No 6, Lane 819 Julu Lu, by Fumin Lu
(5403 7802) 3) 70 Shimen yi Lu, by Dagu Lu.
1) 南昌路 120 号 , 近雁荡路 2) 巨鹿路 819 弄 6
号 , 近富民路 3) 石门一路 70 号，近大沽路
Shanghai DeltaWest Clinic Shanghai Delta
West Clinic offers 24/7 service. Building B-5F,
2558 West Yan’ an Road, by Gubei Road
(2213 9777, 400 821 0277) patientservice@
deltahealth.com.cn www.deltahealth.com.cn
延安西路 2558 号 B 座 5 层 , 近古北路
United Family Quankou Clinic - Dental
Clinic 8 Quankou Lu, by Linquan Lu, Changning District (2216 3909) Mon-Sat: 8am-5.30pm
www.ufh.com.cn 上海和睦家医院口腔美容中心 ,
汇店安福路 167 号 , 近乌鲁木齐中路 2) 虹古店虹
古路 639 号 , 近清溪路 3) 高泾路 818 号 , 近沪青
平公路
泉口路 8 号，近林泉路
Paddy Field 1) Warehouse, 1/F, Building C,
1568 Huqingping Gong Lu, by Xiewei Lu
(5976 9331) 2) 105 Hunan Lu, by Huaihai
Zhong Lu (6437 5567) 1) 沪青平公路 1568 号圣
堡艺术园区 C 栋 1 楼 , 近谢卫路 2) 湖南路 105 号 ,
近淮海中路
Platane Platane combines traditional savoir
faire, worldwide design home wares in a
distinctive simplicity and elegance. Discover
its own range of handmade ceramic and
porcelain as well as imported brands like
Zoeppritze, Bertozzi, Charvet, La Rochere,
LSA. www.platane.cn 1)439 Wukang lu by
Huaihai Zhong lu (6433 6387); 2)156Taikang
lu by Sinan lu (6466 2495). 1) 武康路 439 号
（6433 6387）2）泰康路 156 号（6466 2495）
112
Parkway Health Dental Centers Parkway
Health offers premium dental services to
its patients with their staff of internationally qualified dentists and state-of-theart
equipment. ParkwayHealth meets the strict
international hygiene regulations and
ensures their patients receive the very best
level of dental care possible. 1) 51 Hongfeng
Lu, by Lantian Lu Mon-Fri: 9am-7pm; Sat
9am-5pm 2) Rm204, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu,
by Xikang Lu (6445 5999) Mon-Sat 8.30am6.30pm 1) 红枫路 51 号 , 近蓝天路 2) 南京西路
1376 号上海商城西峰 204 室 , 近西康路
Kava Kava Home Functional Chinese
furniture especially designed for the modern
home. Choose from our extensive collection
or have your own creation made to order.
Free delivery in Shanghai. 1) Downtown
Store 167 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu
(5404 3873) 2) Hong Gu Store 639 Hong’gu
Lu, by Qingxi Lu (6270 9798) 3) 818 Gaojing
Lu, by Huqingping Gong Lu (5988 9760) 1) 徐
Hairdressers
Lily Nails With more than ten years’ history
in Beijing, Lily Nails provides professional
mani & pedi, gel/acrylic nails, eyelash extension, waxing and massages at an affordable
price. Services are up to 40 percent off with
free wifi. 1) 3824-1 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an
Zhong Lu (6215 5192) 2) 318, 3/F Hongqiao
International Pearl City, 3721 Hongmei Lu,
by Yan’an Xi Lu (13872881272, 13681483308)
11am-11pm 1) 虹梅路 3824-1 号 , 近延安西路 2)
虹梅路 3721 号虹桥国际珍珠城 3 楼 318, 近延安
西路
近紫槐路 2) 陆家嘴西路 168 号正大广场 B2F1A06, 近富城路 3) 富城路 33 号香格里拉大酒店浦江
楼 4 楼 , 近名商路
路 18 弄 28 号 5C, 近漕溪北路
Professional Chinese Medicine Founded in
Qing Dynasty, this 205 year-old pharmacy still
uses authentic ingredients for TCM healing.
2/F, Tong Han Chun, 20 Yuyuan Xin Lu, by
Fuyou Lu (6355 6607) Daily 8.30am-4.30pm 豫
园新路 20 号童涵春国药 2 楼 , 近福佑路
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Toni and Guy 1) 1380 Dingxiang Lu, by
Zihuai Lu (5843 3830) 2) Unit F1A-06, B2,
Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by
Fucheng Lu (5407 1350) 3) 4/F, River Wing
Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu, by
Mingshang Lu (2828 6691) 1) 丁香路 1380 号 ,
Peter salon With a range of professional
hairstylists from around the word, Peter
Salon offers top quality services in haircut,
perm, base color, nail and makeups. 80
Wulumuqi Zhong Lu, by Anfu Lu 10am-10pm
(5419 6757) 乌鲁木齐中路 80 号 , 近安福路
Showcase Hair Salon 1) 1/F, 1099 Meihua
Lu, by Fangdian Lu 2) RoomA02,Hotel
lobby, 778 Dongfang Lu, Grand Trustel
Purple Mountain Hotel, by ZhangyangLu
(15921900709) 1) 梅花路 1099 号 1 楼 , 近芳甸
路 2) 东方路 778 号紫金山大酒店 , 酒店大堂 A02
室，近张杨路
Health Services
AmMed Cancer Center 20/F, ShanghaiRuijin
Hospital OPD, 197 Rui Jin Er Lu, by Yongjia
Lu (6415 5988) www.ruijin-ammed.com. 瑞金
二路 197 号瑞金医院门诊大楼 20 楼 , 近永嘉路
Body & Soul – Medical Clinics 1) 211
Chengjiaqiao Zhi Lu, by Hongmei Lu (6461
6550) Mon- Fri: 9am-6pm; Sat: 10am-3pm
2) 14/F, An Ji Plaza, 760 Xizang Nan Lu, by
Jian’guo Xin Lu (5101 9262) Mon-Wed & Fri:
9am- 6pm; Thu: 9am-8pm; Sat: 10am-3pm 3)
6/F, Four Seasons Hotel, 500 Weihai Lu, by
Shimen Yi Lu (5101 9262) Tue & Thu 10am8pm; Wed-Fri: 10am-6pm; Sat: 10am-7pm 4)
Rm1303 Jin Ying Bld. (B), 1518 Minsheng Lu,
by Hanxiao Lu (6162 0361) Mon- Fri: 9am6pm; Sat: 10am-3pm pudong@bodyandsoul.
com.cn www.tcm-shanghai.com 1) 程家桥支
路 211 号 , 近虹梅路 2) 西藏南路 760 号安基大厦
14 楼 5 室 , 近建国新路 3) 威海路 500 号四季酒店
6 楼 , 近石门一路 4) 民生路 1518 号金鹰大厦 B 座
1303 室 , 近含笑路
Cosmetic Plastic & Laser Center
BIOSCOR
Shanghai Clinic
Cosmetic Surgery
Botox & Dermafiller
Laser Skin Center
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bioscor Shanghai Clinic No.5, Lane89
Xingguo Lu, by Hunan Lu (6431 8899) 9am6pm info@bioscor.com.cn www.bioscor.com.
cn. 兴国路 89 弄 5 号 , 近湖南路
Evercare Ganghua Cosmetic Hospital
Established in 1997, EMI (EverCare Medical
Institute), a China-based joint venture
company, is now one of the world leading
plastic surgery hospitals and a distributor
of world renowned medical/cosmoceutical
products and beauty therapy equipments.
EMI cur 100Wuyi Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6211
8777, 139 1171 1628, 6211 9777) 9am6am wangyingjie@hotmail.com shanghai.
evercare.com.cn 武夷路 100 号 , 近延安西路
Global HealthCare Medical & Dental Center
– Puxi Suite 303, Eco City 1788Nanjing Xi Lu,
by Wulumuqi Bei Lu (5298 6339, 5298 0593)
南京西路 1788 号 1788 国际中心 303 室 , 近乌鲁
木齐北路
Global HealthCare Medical & Dental
Center – Pudong Shop 212, Shanghai World
Financial Center, 100 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui
Huan Lu (6877 5093, 6877 5993 ) 世纪大道 100
号上海环球金融中心商场 212 室 , 近陆家嘴环路
Guang Ci Memorial Hospital Located at Rui
Jin Hospital, Guang Ci Memorial Hospital
is a foreigners clinic that provides a full
range of inpatient and outpatient services,
including medical and surgical, laboratory
and pharmacy services. Many English and
French speaking doctors on s 197 RuijinEr
Lu, by Yongjia Lu (6437 0045) Mon-Fri 8am4.30pm 瑞金二路 197 号 , 近永嘉路
Huashan Hospital: Foreigners’ Clinic
Previously known as the general hospital
of the Chinese Red Cross Association and
founded in 1907, this century-old hospital is
in the heart of the city on Wulumuqi Lu and
Huashan Lu. 1068 Changle Lu (Foreigner’s
Ward) (5288 9998) Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm www.
sh-hwmc.com.cn 长乐路 1068 号
ParkwayHealth Medical Centers 1) 2258
Hongqiao Lu, by Jianhe Lu Mon-Fri 9am7pm; Sat-Sun 9am-5pm 2) 51 Hongfeng Lu,
by Lantian Lu Mon-Fri 8.30am-7pm; SatSun 9am-5pm; Dental: Mon- Fri 9am-7pm;
Sat 9am-5pm 3) Rm30 Mandarine City,
788Hongxu Lu, by Zhonghuan Lu Mon-Fri
9am- 5pm; Sat-Sun 9am-5pm 4) Rm203-204,
1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu Medical:
Mon-Fri 9am-7pm; Sat-Sun 9am-5pm;
Dental: Mon-Sat 8.30am- 6.30pm 5) Specialty
and Inpatient Center (Women’s Health &
Birthing Center): 2-3F, 170Danshui Lu, by
Xingye Lu Mon-Sat 9am-7pm; Primary Care:
Mon-Sun 7pm-9am 6) Shanghai Gleneagles
Medical and Surgical Center, 4/F Tomorrow
Square, 389 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huangpi Bei Lu
(6445 5999) Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Sat 9am-5pm
7) Gate 15, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, by
Dongtai Lu Mon-Fri 9am-7pm; Sat 9am-5pm
(6445 5999, services@parkwayhealth.cn) 1)
Lu (6469 7258) 11-12am 6) 386 Hongfeng Lu,
by Mingyue Lu (3872 6996) Daily 10-12am
7) Villa 5, 3911 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu
(6242 4328) Daily 9-2am 8) Rm202, 322 Anfu
Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu (5406 0680) 9)
193 Jiaozhou Lu, by Xinzha Lu (5213 5778)
Daily 10-2am 10) LG2-47 IFC, 8 Shiji Dadao,
by Lujiazui Huan Lu (6878 5008) 1) 南昌路
559 号 2 楼 , 近陕西南路 2) 新乐路 206 号 , 近富
民路 3) 新乐路 218 号 2 楼 , 近富民路 4) 保乐路
646 号 , 近金辉路 5) 花木路 1378 号浦东嘉里城
L119 单元 , 近芳甸路 6) 红枫路 386 号 , 近明月路
7) 虹梅路 3911 号 5 号别墅 , 近延安西路 8) 安福
路 322 号 202 室 , 近乌鲁木齐中路 9) 胶州路 193
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Renai International Patient Center (RIPC)
Renai International Patient Center is specialized in serving the expatriate community
with highly experienced expat doctors and
friendly English-speaking staff. They also
have staff that speak Russian, German,
Japanese Korean and Hindi. 133 Caoxi Lu,
by Tianlin Dong Lu (5489 3781) 24/7 www.
en.renai.cn 漕溪路 133 号 , 近田林东路
Shanghai Aier Eye Hospital Shanghai
Aier Eye Hospital, which was founded by
the largest chain ophthalmology center
in China, is a first-rate, comprehensive
ophthalmic medical center and hospital
that provides excellent English service for
expats. 1286Hongqiao Lu, by Songyuan Lu
(3251 9930) Mon-Sun: 8.30am-5.30pm ipsc@
aier021.com en.aier021.com/ 虹桥路 1286 号 ,
近宋园路
Shanghai DeltaWest Clinic 5/F Tower B,
2558 Yan’an Xi Lu, by Gubei Lu (4008210277
/ 22139777) patientservice@deltahealth.
com.cn www.deltahealth.com.cn 24/7 延安西
路 2558 号 B 座 5 层 , 近古北路
Shanghai Redleaf International Women
and Infants Center; Shanghai Redleaf International Women's Hospital 1209 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Donghu Lu 8am-5pm, 24/7
(6196 3333) marketing@redleafhospital.com
www.redleafhosptial.com 淮海中路 1209 号 ,
Green Massage 1) 58 Taicang Lu, by Jinan
Lu (5386 0222) Daily 10.30-2am 2) 88
Xingeng Lu, by Tianyao Qiao Lu (6468 7076)
11.30-1am 3) Rm304, 3/F SWFC, 100 Shiji
Dadao, by Dongtai Lu (6877 8188) 10.30-12am 4) Rm 202 Shanghai Centre, 1376Nanjing
Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu (6289 7776) 10.30-12am
5) Rm305, 3/F K11 Art Mall, 300 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Huangpi Nan Lu (6385 8800;
www.greenmassage.com.cn) 10.30-12.30am
6) 5) 68 Taicang Lu, by Shunchang Lu (6384
1356) 10.30-2am 1) 太仓路 58 号 , 近济南路 2)
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黄陂南路 6) 太仓路 68 号 , 近顺昌路
近东湖路
Shanghai United Family Hospital and
Clinics 1) 1139 Xianxia Lu, by Qingxi Lu (2216
3900, 2216 3999) Mon-Sat: 8.30am-5.30pm
2) Shanghai Racquet Club, Lane 555 Jinfeng
Lu, by Baole Lu Mon-Sat 9am-5pm 3) 1/F,
area A & B, 525 Hongfeng Lu, by Mingyue Lu
(5030 9907) Mon-Sun: 8.30am-5.30pm 4) 8
Quankou Lu, by Linquan Lu Mon-Sat: 8am5.30pm www.ufh.com.cn 1) 仙霞路 1139 号 ,
近青溪路 2) 金丰路 555 弄上海网球俱乐部内 , 近
保乐路 3) 红枫路 525 号 A&B 区 1 楼 , 近明月路
4) 泉口路 8 号 , 近林泉路
WorldPath Clinic International WorldPath
Clinic International is a comprehensive
multi-specialty clinic, conveniently located in
Pudong. 399 Nanquan Bei Lu, by Shiji Dadao
(2020 7888) Mon-Fri 9am-8pm; Sat-Sun 9am4pm service@worldpathclinic.com www.
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Massage & Spa
Kousenkaku 87-89 Ruijin Er Lu, by Fuxing Lu
(6385 3130) Daily 11:00 am-1:00 am 瑞金二路
87-89 号，近复兴路
Mandara Spa 1) 6/F, JW Marriott Hotel,
Tomorrow Square, 399 Nanjing Xi Lu, by
Huangpi Bei Lu (5359 4969-6798) Wed-Sun
Spa 10am-10pm; Salon 10am-8pm 2) 50
Tongchuan Lu, by Lan’gao Lu (2219 5888)
Daily 11am-11pm 1) 南京西路 399 号明天广场
JW 万豪酒店 6 楼 , 近黄陂北路 2) 铜川路 50 号 ,
近岚皋路
Chi Spa CHI, the Spa at Shangri-La, offers
massages and treatments that are based
on authentic natural healing methods
found in the traditional well-being practices
shared by many Asian cultures. 6/F, Tower
2, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu, by
Mingshang Lu (5877 1503) 10-12am www.
shangri-la.com/en/corporate/chi 富城路 33 号
Lotos Spa This ultra-zen Xintiandi
oasis has treatments that beautifully blend
Eastern and Western healing ideologies
and practices. Choose from a large menu
of massages, skin therapies and beauty
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Chuan Spa This world-class spa located
within the new Langham Hotel specializes in
traditional Chinese treatments. Designed for
contemplation and inspiration, rediscover
your inner self with an escape to a spa
treatment in any of the four luxurious
therapy rooms. 3/F, The Langham, Yangtze
Boutique, 740 Hankou Lu, by Xizang Zhong
Lu (6080 0722) 10am-10.30pm tlsha.info@
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12pm-1am www.taipan.com.cn 东湖路 39 号 ,
汉口路 740 号 , 近西藏中路
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The Langham Xintiandi’s Chuan Spa
Designed in a tranquil ambiance, this is
where you get to indulge in signature
facial and foot massages with top class skin
products. B1, 99Madang Lu, by Huaihai
Zhong Lu (2330 2443) www.chuanspa.com
马当路 99 号新天地朗廷酒店 B1 楼 , 近淮海中路
The Peninsula Spa Escape from the hustle
city life and enjoy massages, facials or
make-up applications, it is the first spa in
Shanghai offering award-winning Biologique
Recherche skincare treatments and facial
products. 3/F, The Peninsula Shanghai, 32
Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu
(2327 6599), Mon-Fri 11am – 12am; Sat-Sun
10am – 12am; treatment reservation begins
at 10am. 中山东一路 32 号，上海半岛酒店 3 楼，
近北京东路
Rubis Spa 1) B1, LIPPO Plaza, 222 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Songshan Lu (5383 0111) www.
rubis.com.cn 2) Rm517, 5/F Grand Gateway,
1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huahan Lu (6447 7705)
3) S902, Jiuguang Department Store, 1618
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Changde Lu (6288 3482) 4)
Rm506, 5/F Zhongsheng World Mall, 5001
Dushi Lu, by Mingcheng Lu (3463 3581) 5)
B109, 665 Shangcheng Lu, by Shiji Da Dao
(3390 1597) 6) BF210, Zone B Anxin Plaza,
1255 Mudanjiang Lu, by Haijiang Lu (6659
2951) 7) L123, Kerry Parkside, 1378 Huamu
Lu, by Fangdian Lu (2022 1831) 8) Rm210,
2/F, Central Plaza, 381 Huaihai Zhong Lu,
by Danshui Lu (6335 3561) 9) 7B, 2/F, Tower
One, Corporate Avenue, 222 Hubin Lu, by
Huangpi Nan Lu (6340 6336) 1) 淮海中路 222
号力宝广场 B1 层 , 近嵩山路 2) 虹桥路 1 号港汇广
场 5 楼 517, 近华山路 3) 南京西路 1618 号久光百
货 S902, 近常德路 4) 都市路 5001 号仲盛世界商
城 5 楼 506 室 , 近闵城路 5) 商城路 665 号 B109,
近世纪大道 6) 牡丹江路 1255 号安信广场 B 区
BF210, 近海江路 7) 花木路 1378 号嘉里城 L123,
近芳甸路 8) 淮海中路 381 号中环广场 210 室 , 近
淡水路 9) 湖滨路 222 号企业天地 1 座 2 楼 7B, 近
黄陂南路
Shirley Massage Shirley massage has more
than a decade of professional pampering
know-how and is renowned for its
professional services. There are currently
nine branches in Shanghai. 1) 84 Ziyun Xi
Lu, by Loushanguan Lu (3255 1382) 102am 2) 28 Xingeng Lu, by Wanping Nan Lu
(6468 7321) 10-2am 3) 935 Xinzha Lu, by
Taixing Lu (6208 9589) 4) 75 Shuicheng Nan
Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6208 7032) 5) 4F, No.
3211 HongMei Lu (City shop) (3468 8306,
6405 1676) 6) 2/F,17 Shuicheng Nan Lu, by
Ronghua Dong Dao (6209 5849, 6270 2506)
7) 2/F Goldren Bridge Mansion, 2077 Yan’an
Xi Lu, by Zunyi Nan Lu (6270 2682) 8) 68
Taicang Lu, by Shunchang Lu (6387 0090) 9)
2F, Wujin Century Mansion, No.291, Fumin
Lu, close to Changle Lu (6136 9517) www.
shylxl.com 1) 紫云西路 84 号 , 近娄山关路 2) 辛
耕路 28 号 , 近宛平南路 3) 新闸路 935 号 , 近泰兴
路 4) 水城南路 75 号 , 近延安西路 5) 虹梅路 3211
号 4F 城市超市楼上 6) 水城南路 17 号万科广场东
南 2 楼 , 近荣华东道 7) 延安西路 2077 号金桥大厦
2 楼 , 近遵义南路 8) 太仓路 68 号 , 近顺昌路 9) 富
民路 291 号悟锦世纪大楼 2 楼 , 近长乐路
SPA AT KERRY SPORTS A multi-disciplinary
approach to holistic well-being with
physiotherapy,restorative massage, skincare
and body treatments. 4/F, Kerry Hotel
Pudong, 1388 Hua Mu Lu, by Fangdian Lu
(6169 8856) 11-12.15am www.shangri-la.
com/en/corporate/kerry 浦东嘉里大酒店 4 楼 ,
Water’s Edge Spa Up on the 85th floor in
the Park Hyatt Hotel you’ll find the world’s
highest spa including a 20-meter infinity
swimming pool, whirlpool, tai chi courtyard
and steam rooms. Offering the typically
luxurious treatments such as massage,
facial, body and TCM 85/F, Park Hyatt Hotel,
Shanghai World Financial Center, 100
Century Avenue, near Dongtai Lu (6888
1234-4250) 6am -11pm spa.parkhyattshanghai@hyatt.com shanghai.park.hyatt.com/
hyatt/pure/spas/index.jsp 世纪大道 100 号环
球金融中心 85 楼 , 近东泰路
Yu Massage Step into a tranquil dynastic
setting when you cross the threshold of
this spa, adorned in antique Chinesestyle decorations. Matching the decor, the
services are primarily Chinese, offering
Chinese massage, aroma oil massage and
foot massage. Freshly mad 366 Wuyuan Lu,
by Wukang Lu (5403 9931) 11-1:30am www.
yumassage.cn 五原路 366 号 , 近武康路
Yuan Spa Yuan Spa, located the in the
swanky Hyatt on the Bund, is one of the
biggest spas in the city, covering over 3,000
sqm of recreational and wellness space
including 12 spa treatment rooms, a 24hour
fitness center, an indoor swimming pool,
whirlpool, steam Lower Lobby, Hyatton
the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu,by Qingpu Lu
(639312346-527) 10am -12am shanghai.
bund.hyatt.com/hyatt/pure/spas 黄浦路 199
号外滩茂悦大酒店 B1 楼近青浦路
Zen Massage Escape the rigor and stress of
life in the city and restore yourself in body,
mind, and spirit at Massage. Professionally
trained therapists, highest quality imported
oils, and a unique environment that features
hardwood floors, alabaster walls, fine linens,
and fresh flowers combine to soothe and
relax. 1) 210 Wuyuan Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu. (
3368 1227) 1) 五原路 210 弄 1 号 , 近乌鲁木齐路
Pregnancy Health Service
American-Sino OB/GYN/Pediatrics Services
ASOG was founded in 2003. We provide a
comprehensive array of on-site services for
women and children by certified specialists
from overseas and China. Our facilities
located in the city center are comfortable
and equipped with state-of-the-art
technology. We are committed to providing
quality, compassionate, and personalized
healthcare with international standards.
Our medical staffs are bilingual in English
and Chinese.Opening Hours Monday-Friday
9:00--20:00 Saturday-Sunday9:00--17:00
Vaccination for children is not available after
5pm Direct billing with over 30 international
insurance companies 1) Inpatient: 14/F,
Complex Building Huashan Hospital, 12
Wulumuqi Zhong Lu, by Changle Lu (6249
3246, 5288 7240) 2) Outpatient: 3/F, Block
6, Clove Apartment, 800 Huashan Lu, by
Zhenning Lu (6210 2299) Mon-Fri 9am-8pm,
Sat- Sun 9am-5pm 1) 乌鲁木齐中路 12 号华山医
院综合楼 14 楼 , 近长乐路 . 2) 华山路 800 弄丁香
公寓 6 号裙楼 3 楼近镇宁路
Shanghai East International Medical Center
Since 2003, Shanghai East International
Medical Center has been providing 24hour out-patient and in-patient care to
the international community not only in
Shanghai, but also surrounding provinces.
The dedicated team of multilingual medical
professionals 551 Pudong Nan Lu, by
Pudong Dadao (5879 9999) 24/7 care@
seimc.com.cn www.seimc.com.cn 浦东南路
花木路 1388 号 , 近芳甸路
551 号 , 近浦东大道
Urban Retreat Wellness & Spa Located
inside the luxe Shanghai Centre, this spa
and "health culture centre" is as plush
as its surroundings. Enjoy a selection of
muscle-melting massages, facials and the
like. Shanghai Centre, East Tower, 8/F, 1376
Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu (6289-7007,
www.urbanretreat.cn) 南京西路 1376 号上海商
Shanghai Redleaf International Women and
Infants Center; Shanghai Redleaf International Women's Hospital 1209 Huaihai
Zhong Lu, by Donghu Lu 8am-5pm, 24/7
(6196 3333) marketing@redleafhospital.com
www.redleafhosptial.com 淮海中路 1209 号 ,
城东翼 8 楼 , 近西康路
Talise Spa located in Jumeirah Himalayas
Shanghai, it is an oasis of Oriental healing
combining traditional wellbeing wisdom.
With the latest international high-tech
products and spa luxuries, Talise Spa offers
a wide range of facials and Talise massages.
Guests of Talise Spa also get access to
the hotel’s 24-hour fitness centre, indoor
swimming pool, etc. Advanced reservation
is required. 1108 Mei Hua Lu, by Fangdian
Lu (3858 8888 ext. 7200, jhhspa@jumeirah.
com) 10.30am-10.30pm 梅花路 1108 号，近芳
甸路
Waldorf Astoria Spa The Waldorf Astoria
Spa offers an international elixir of luxury
spa experiences delivered by a team of
highly skilled therapists. Each experience
is enhanced by purest exquisite products
selected from around the globe, sending
you on a journey of enlightenment. 3/F, 2
(6322 9988-3620) Daily10am-10pm 中山东一
路 2 号外滩华尔道夫酒店 3 楼 , 近广东路
114
近东湖路
VIP Maternity&GYN Center This is a
reputable chain of hotel-style VIP Maternity
& GYN Centres delivering premium Obstetric
and Gynaecological (“OB/GYN”) services.
There services include prenatal examinations,
examinations, genetic consulting, general
examinations, minor operatio VIP13-15/F,
1961 Huashan Lu, by Changle Lu (6407 0399,
5288 9999) Daily 8am-10pm www.upmg.us 华
山路 1961 号贵宾楼 13-15 层 , 近长乐路
Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga Shanghai 8 Park Avenue,
Club House, 650 Wuding Lu, by Xikang Lu
(139 1740 2183) 7am-9pm 武定路 650 号近西
info@aumnie.com www.aumnie.com 新乐路
60 号 3 楼 , 近襄阳北路
Karma Life Yoga This large newly renovated
high-end studio in Pudong offers a diverse
range of styles and classes, including
Ashtanga, Anusara, Hot yoga, soft Yin
and Basics. The teachers are top notch
and international, with world-renowned
visiting guest teachers offering workshops
and teacher trainings. Classrooms are
spacious and bright, and changing areas
are clean and stylish. Classes taught in both
Chinese and English. 1) 160 Pucheng Lu, by
Shangcheng Lu (5882 4388, 150 0003 0588)
Daily 9am-10pm info@karmayoga.com.cn
www.karmayoga.com.cn 2) 2nd floor, No.
758 South Xizang Lu 1) 浦城路 160 号 , 近商城
路 2) 西藏南路 758 号 2 楼
Y+ Yoga Centre Whether you are looking
to develop your spiritual wellbeing, body
toning or just socialise with the hip young
crowd, Y + Yoga Centre will have the right
class for you. 1) 2/F, Bldg2, 299Fuxing Xi Lu,
by Huashan Lu (6433 4330) Daily 6.45am
- 8.45pm info@yplus.com.cn www.yplus.
com.cn 2) 3/F, 308 Anfu Lu, by Wukang Lu
(6437 2121) info@yplus.com.cn 3) 2/F, 202
Hubin Lu, by Shunchang Lu (6340 6161) Daily
7.30am-8.45pm info@yplus.com.cn 1) 复兴西
路 299 号 2 号楼 2 楼 , 近华山路 2) 安福路 308 号
3 楼 , 近武康路 3) 湖滨路 202 号 2 楼 , 近顺昌路
Yoga Garden With top-notch classes taught
by overseas teachers in a beautiful boutique
studio in the heart of the former French
concession, the Yoga Garden offers a range
of classes including ashtanga, yin, hatha and
hatha vinyas, pilates and more and is in the
process of building a 'Yoga Library' to share
with the community. 3/F, 100 Fuxing Xi Lu,
by Yongfu Lu (158 2187 3325) 复兴西路 100 号
3 楼 , 近永福路
Yogiyoga True boutique style yoga in the
heart of Jing’an, located in an old lane
house. Yogiyoga has mostly a Chinese
clientele and classes average about eight
people. Their instructors come from all
over the world, including India, and teach a
wide range of cla No.1, Lane22 FuminLu, by
Yan’an Zhong Lu (6248 5848) Mon-Fri 8am9pm; Sat-Sun 8am-6pm www.yogiyoga.cn 富
民路 22 弄 1 号 , 近延安中路
Yuan Fitness at Hyatt on the Bund The
fitness center of the luxurious Hyatt on the
Bund hotel, Yuan has fantastic machines and
a sophisticated environment. The 24-hour
center features equipment by the US Brand
Star Trac, including cross trainers, steppers
and exclusive spinning bikes. Mac Lower
Lobby, Hyatton the Bund. 199 Huangpu Lu,
near Wuchang Lu (6393 1234) 24 hours
shanghai.bund@hyatt.com www.shanghai.
bund.hyatt.com 外滩茂悦大酒店黄浦路 199 号 ,
近武昌路
海学校 , 法华镇路 535 号 103 室 , 近定西路
Fudan University 220 Handan Lu, by
Guoshun Lu (6564 2222) http://www.fudan.
edu.cn 复旦大学 , 邯郸路 220 号 , 近国顺路
IFA Paris In partnership with the Shanghai
University of Engineering Sciences, IFA
Paris established its school in Shanghai in
2002 as the first Sino-French joint venture
in fashion education to be approved by the
Chinese government. IFA Paris has become
the leadin 350 Xianxia Lu, by Gubei Lu (6275
0055) info@ifa.cn http://www.ifa-edu.cn 东华
大学 - 莱佛士国际设计专修学院 , 仙霞路 350 号，
近古北路
Livingston American School 580 Ganxi Lu,
by Xiehe Lu (6238 3511) Info@laschina.org
http://www.laschina.org 李文斯顿美国学校 , 甘
溪路 580 号 , 近协和路
Raffles Design Institute Raffles
Design Institute, Shanghai was founded
by Donghua University and Raffles Design
Institute, Singapore in 1994. The fashion
school currently offers a total of six 3-year
programs, with more than 150 academic
staff from across 30 different countries,
832 Xinhua Lu, by Zhongshan Xi Lu, Xuhui
district (6237 3000) http://sh.raffles.edu.cn
东华大学 - 莱佛士国际设计专修学院 , 徐汇区新华
路 832 号 , 近中山西路
Shanghai Conservatory of Music With
over 1,200 enrolled students, Shanghai
Conservatory of Music has 14 different
departments across musical theory, creation
and performing arts, on western music and
traditional Chinese music, and on teaching
and practice. The school is qualified to c
20 Fenyang Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu (6431
2000) myx@shcmusic.edu.c http://www.
shcmusic.edu.cn 上海音乐学院 , 徐汇区汾阳路
20 号 , 近淮海中路
Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade 620
Gubei Lu, by Xianxia Lu, Changning District
(6274 8250) http://www.shift.edu.cn 上海对
外贸易学院 , 长宁区古北路 620 号 , 近仙霞路
Shanghai International Studies University
550 Dalian Xi Lu, by Tiyuhui Lu, Hongkou
District (6531 1900) http://www.shisu.edu.
cn 上海外国语大学 , 虹口区大连西路 550 号 , 近体
育会路
Shanghai Jianqiao College 1500 Kangqiao
Lu, by Yuxiu Lu (5813 7788) http://www.
gench.com.cn 上海建桥学院 , 康桥路 1500 号 ,
近御秀路
sports
GYM
Cuttingup Fitness Studio Rm2702-2704, 500
Xiangyang Nan Lu, by Jian’guo Xi Lu (3469
6768) 24/7, www.cuttingup.cn 襄阳南路 500
号巴黎时韵大厦 2702-2704 室 , 近建国西路
Health Club A stylish gym boasting stylish
indoor and outdoor swimming pools,
pampering jacuzzi and steam rooms, brand
new change room facilities and top class gym
equipments. 7/F, The Portman Ritz-Carlton,
Shanghai, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu
(6279 8888*5922) 南京西路 1376 号上海波特曼
丽思卡尔顿酒店 7 楼健身中心，近西康路
Shanghai Hengyi (Jin Qiao) Indoor Rock
Climbing Gym 2/F, Sports Center, 1777 Jingao
Lu, Pudong(5015 7553), 上海恒毅攀岩馆金桥馆 )
( 上海市浦东新区金高路 1777 号文体中心 2 楼
203)
Jae Hun Kim Taekwon-do Institute Lane 108,
Weifang Xi Lu, by Pudong Nan Lu (5877 1125)
Mon-Fri: 11am-10pm, Sat,Sun: 9am-6pm,
www.tkdshanghai.com 金载跆拳道场 , 潍坊西
路 108 弄 , 近浦东南路 .
Kerry Sports Kerry sports is an incredibly
beautiful gym with top-notch facilities.
Overlooking Century Park, the luxurious
6000 ㎡ sports center has a tons of machines,
a pool, spinning classes, yoga, aaerobics,
climbing wall and an outdoor track. It’s ideal
for families living in Pudong. 4/F,Kerry Hotel
Pudong, 1388 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu (6169
8856 http://www.kerry-sports.com) 上海浦东嘉
里大酒店内 4 楼 , 花木路 1388 号，近芳甸路
康路
Aumnie Aumnie is a Canadian born, health
and wellness inspired clothing line. With
quality and style right up there with Lulu
Lemon, you’ll be wearing these pieces to
way more than just yoga and pilates classes.
3/F, 60 Xinle Lu, by Xiangyang Bei Lu (5404
3135, 400 811 1683) Daily, 10:30AM to 8PM
Euromed Management Ecole de Maseille
is the first (hence, the oldest) graduate
business school in France. Euromed
Management is one of the top ten French
business schools. The full time and part-time
MBA is ranked 5th and 8th respectively in
France. Aft Rm103, 535 Fahua Zhen Lu, by
Dingxi Lu (5230 1253) ameba@sjtu.edu.cn
http://www.AEMBA.com.cn 法国马赛商学院上
youth
Colleges & Universities
Euromed Management Shanghai Campus
Shanghai Jiaotong University 1) 1954
Huashan Lu, by Guangyuan Xi Lu (5474
0000) 2) 800 Dongchuan Lu, by Jingqin Lu 上
海交通大学 , 1) 华山路 1954 号 , 近广元西路 2)
东川路 800 号 , 近精勤路
Shanghai Lixin University of Commerce
2230 Zhongshan Xi Lu, by Yishan Lu (6439
0390) http://www.lxai.edu.cn 上海立信会计学
院 , 中山西路 2230 号 , 近宜山路
Shanghai Normal University 100 Guilin Lu,
near Guilin Park (6432 2000) http://www.
shtu.edu.cn 上海师范大学 , 桂林路 100 号，近桂
林公园
Shanghai University 1) 149 Yanchang Lu, by
Guangyan Lu (5633 1515) 2) 99 Shangda Lu,
by Nanchen Lu (6613 1999) 上海大学 , 1) 延
长路 149 号 , 近广延路 2) 上大路 99 号 , 近南陈路
The Sino-British College 1195 Fuxing
Zhong Lu, by Shanxi Nan Lu (6474 2086)
international@sbcusst.edu.cn http://www.
sbc-usst.edu.cn 上海理工大学中英学校 , 复兴中
路 1195 号 , 近陕西南路
International Schools
Britannica International School Shanghai
1881 Gubei Lu, by Wuzhong Lu (6402
7889/8991) 古北路 1881 号 , 近吴中路
Concordia International School Shanghai
999 Mingyue Lu, by Yunshan Lu (5899 0380)
admissions@ciss.com.cn http://www.ciss.
com.cn 上海协和国际学校 , 明月路 999 号 , 近云
山路
Deutsche Schule Shanghai 437 Jinhui Lu, by
Wuzhong Lu (3976 0555) info@dsshanghai.
org.cn http://www.ds-shanghai.de/ 上海德国
学校 , 金汇路 437 号 , 近吴中路
Dulwich College International School
266 Lan’an Lu, by Mingyue Lu (5899 9910)
Admissions@dulwich-shanghai.cn http://
www.dulwich-shanghai.cn 上海德威英国国际
学校 , 蓝桉路 266 号 , 近明月路
Fudan International School 384 Guoquan
Lu, by Handan Lu (6511 1292, 139 1802
3906) http://www.fis.net.cn 复旦大学附属中学
国际部 , 国权路 384 号 , 近邯郸路
Lycée Francais de Shanghai 1) No.30,
Lane 399 Zhuguang Lu, by Gaoguang Lu
(3976 0555) 2) Bldg D, 1555 Jufeng Lu, by
Shenjiang Lu (6897 6589) 上海法语学校 , 1) 诸
光路 399 弄 30 号 , 近高光路 2) 巨峰路 1555 号 D
楼 , 近申江路
Rainbow Bridge International School 2381
Hongqiao Lu, by Hongjing Lu (6268 9773)
http://www.rbischina.org 虹桥国际学校 , 虹桥
路 2381 号 , 近虹井路
Shanghai American School 1) 1600 Lingbai
Gong Lu, by Chaoyang Lu (6221 1445) 2) 258
Jinfeng Lu, by Beiqing Gong Lu (6221 1445)
上海美国学校 , 1) 凌白公路 1600 号 , 近朝阳路 2)
金丰路 258 号 , 近北青公路
Shanghai Community International School
1) 1161 Hongqiao Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6261
4338) 2) 800 Xiuyan Lu, by Hunan Gong Lu
(5812 9888) 3) 78 Dongxin Jie, by Puyan Lu,
Binjiang District Hangzhou (0571-86690045)
上海长宁国际学校 , 1) 虹桥路 1161 号 , 近延安西
路 2) 秀沿路 800 号 , 近沪南公路 3) 杭州滨江区东
信大道 78 号 , 近浦沿路
Shanghai High School International
division 400 Shangzhong Lu, by Longchuan
Bei Lu (6476 5516) shsidoffice@shsid.org
http://www.shsid.org 上海中学国际部 , 上中路
400 号 , 近龙川北路
Shanghai Rego International School 1) 159
Diannan Lu, by Shuying Lu (5488 8320) 2)
189 Dongzha Lu, by Shuying Lu (5488 3431)
上海瑞金国际学校 , 1) 华庄镇淀南路 159 号 , 近
疏影路 2) 东闸路 189 号 , 近疏影路
Shanghai Singapore International School
1) 301 Zhujian Lu, by Lianyou Lu (6221 9288)
2) 1455 Huajing Lu, by Lao Humin Lu (6496
5550) 上海新加坡国际学校 , 1) 朱建路 301 号 ,
7455) 上海英国学校浦西校区 , 1) 华漕镇金光路
111 号 , 近保乐路 2) 沪南公路 2729 弄康桥半岛
600 号 , 近秀康路
Western International School of Shanghai
The Western International School of
Shanghai (WISS) is an IB world school
dedicated to preparing childern through
the ages of 3 to 18 for there future and the
21st century 555 Lianmin Lu, by Huqingping
Highway (6976 6388, 136 6189 8631, 6976
6969) admission@wiss.cn http://www.wiss.cn
上海西华国际学校 , 联民路 555 号 , 近沪青平公路
Yew Chung International School of
Shanghai 1) 18 Ronghua Xi Dao, by Guyang
Lu (6219 5910) 2) 1433 Dongxiu Lu, by Yanggao Nan Lu (5045 6475) 3) 11 Shuicheng Lu,
by Hongqiao Lu (6242 3243) 4) 1817 Huamu
Lu, by Liushan Lu (5033 1900) 耀中国际学校 ,
1) 荣华西道 18 号 , 近古羊路 2) 东绣路 1433 号 ,
近杨高南路 3) 水城路 11 号 , 近虹桥路 4) 花木路
1817 号 , 近柳杉路
YK Pao school This is a school offering a
bilingual programme integrating Chinese
students with international cultures. It
was founded in memory of businessman,
statesman and philanthropist Sir Yue-Kong
Pao, and prides itself in involving students
community service as No.20, Lane1251,
Wudingxi Lu, by Jiangsu Lu (6167 1999)
contactus@ykpaoschool.cn http://www.
ykpaoschool.cn/ 包玉刚实验学校 , 武定西路
1251 弄 20 号 , 近江苏路
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1933 Main Hall, Block 1, 611 Liyang Lu,
by Haining Lu（4008881933) 溧阳路 611 号
近联友路 2) 华泾路 1455 号 , 近老沪闵路
1933 老场坊 1 号楼大堂 , 近海宁路
The Lounge 29 29 Pingwu Lu, by Panyu
Lu (6114 0801) 平武路 29 号 , 近番禺路
A thousand and one nights restaurants 4
Hengshan Lu, by Wulumuqi Nan Lu (6473
1178) 衡山路 4 号 , 近乌鲁木齐南路
Agile Binhai Golf Club5333 Dongda Gong
Lu, by Binguo Gong Lu (3800 1888) 东大公
The British International School 1) 111
Jinguang Lu, Huacao Town, by Baole Lu (5226
3211) 2) 600 Cambridge Forest New Town,
2729 Hunan Gong Lu, by Xiukang Lu (5812
Lily’s Antiques 1037 Biyun Lu, by
Huangyang Lu (5019 1199) 碧云路 1037 号 ,
Bistrosambal Bld 6, 485 Fenglin Lu, by
Zhaojiabang Lu (3137 3840) 枫林路 485 弄
ON STAGE A2 Red Town, 570 Huaihai Xi
Lu, by Kaixuan Lu (6212 6991) 淮海西路
香路
6 号楼 , 近肇嘉浜路
Birtro Burger 291 Fumin Lu, by Changle
Lu (6170 1315) 富民路 291 号 , 近长乐路
Cafe Montmartre 66-68 Wulumuqi Zhong
Lu, by Changle Lu (5158 9377) 乌鲁木齐中
路 66-68 号 , 近长乐路
CinCin 1/F, 9 Ji’nan Lu, by Taicang Lu
(5386 5123) 济南路 9 号 1 楼 , 近太仓路
Dian Dao 1025 Kangding Lu, by Taizhou
Lu (5228 9961) 康定路 1025 号 , 近泰州路
Gokurakuyu Spa 600 Xinjinqiao Lu, by
Jinzang Lu (3875 1245) 新金桥路 600 号 , 近
金藏路
HAMBURG HOUSE 399 Baotun Lu, by
Xietu Dong Lu(6377 7179) 保屯路 399 号 ,
近斜土东路
Hutong School 2/F, No.16, Lane 76
Wuyuan Lu (3428 0099) 五原路 76 弄 16 号
2 楼 , 近常熟路
楼 105 单元 , 近海宁路
近黄杨路
570 号红坊 A2, 近凯旋路
PHOCO No.1, Lane 920 Changle Lu, by
Wulumuqi Zhong Lu (5289 0275) 长乐路
920 弄 1 号 , 近乌鲁木齐中路
Pink dolphin salon 1) B1, 12 Hengshan
Lu, by Gao’an Lu (18616291886) 2)
Unit34, 4/F, 5001 Dushi Lu, by Mingdu Lu
(3463 3465) 1) 衡山路 12 号 B1 楼 , 近高安路
2) 都市路 5001 号 4 楼 34 室 , 近名都路
Pinmarket 1) No.18, Lane896, Jianhe Lu,
by Longxi Lu (6262 9055) 2) 223 Xikang
Lu, by Beijing Xi Lu (5204 7605) 3) B110, 633,Biyun Lu, by Lan’an Lu (5030
6972) 4) 427 Jinfeng Lu, by Xingle Lu
(5226 4137) 1) 剑河路 896 弄 18 号 , 近龙溪路
2) 西康路 223 号 , 近北京西路 3) 碧云路 633 号碧
云休闲中心 B1-10, 近蓝桉路 4) 金丰路 427 号 ,
近幸乐路
Red Cliff Old Battlefield Chibi town Chibi
city, Hubei Province (4000898876) 湖北省
Ibis Hotels 858 Panyu Lu, by Huaihai Xi
Lu (6283 8800) 番禺路 858 号 , 近淮海西路
Ifood 1) 120 Weifang Xi Lu, by Pudong
Nan Lu (6859 1886) 2) 115 Huangyang
Lu, by Biyun Lu (5830 5929) 1) 潍坊西路
赤壁市赤壁镇
Judy's142 Tongren Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu
(6289 3715) 铜仁路 142 号 , 近南京西路
JZ club 46 Fuxing Xi Lu, by Yongfu Lu (6431
0269) 复兴西路 46 号 , 近永福路
JZ latino 21/F, Renaissance Shanghai
Yuyuan Hotel, 159 Henan Nan Lu, by
Renmin Lu (2321 8888) 河南南路 159 号豫园
号 , 近大统路
Sitka Coffee 11-001, 207 Mengzi Lu, by
Liyuan Lu (13564615025) 蒙自路 207 号
11-001, 近丽园路
120 号 , 近浦东南路 2) 黄杨路 115 号 , 近碧云路
Shanghai United International School 1)
999 Hongquan Lu, by Jinhui Lu (3431 0090)
2) 248 Hongsong Dong Lu, by Yaohong
Lu (5175 3030) 3) 48 Xueye Lu, by Yuntai
Lu (5886 9990) 4) 185 Longming Lu, by
Baochun Lu (5417 8143) 5) 55 Wanyuan Lu,
by Tianlin Lu (6480 9986) 上海协和双语学校 ,
1) 虹泉路 999 号 , 近金汇路 2) 红松东路 248 号 ,
近姚虹路 3) 雪野路 48 号 , 近云台路 4) 龙茗路
185 号 , 近报春路 5) 万源路 55 号 , 近田林路
Beauty Factory 5B, The Thumb Plaza,
Lane 199 Fangdian Lu, by Dingxiang Lu
(13818893106) 芳甸路 199 弄 5 号 B 座 , 近丁
万丽大酒店 21 楼 , 近人民路
STARR HOTEL SHANGHAI 386 Zhijiang Xi
Lu, by Datong Lu (6658 1517) 芷江西路 386
Tattoo family 260 Xiangyang Nan Lu, by
Fuxing Zhong Lu (13918840521) 襄阳南路
260 号 , 近复兴中路
The Camel Sports Bar 1 Yueyang Lu, by
Dongping Lu (6437 9446) 岳阳路 1 号 , 近东
平路
The Irishman’s Pub No.20, Lane 199
Fangdian Lu, by Yingchun Lu (5033 9163) 芳
Kussnacht B101, 1438 Hongqiao Lu, by
Manao Lu (6278 8026) 虹桥路 1438 号古北
甸路 199 弄 20 号 , 近迎春路
财富中心 B101, 近玛瑙路
路 5333 弄 , 近滨果公路
La Creperie 1/F, 1601 Nanjing Xi Lu, by
Changde Lu (3253 7978) 南京西路 1601 号 1
BaBBo 1023 Kangding Lu, by Taizhou Lu
(6218 3798) 康定路 1023 号 , 近泰州路
BAFS YACHT CLUB 1162 Waima Lu, by
Duojia Lu (5386 2070) 外马路 1162 号 , 近多稼路
La Douceur Unit 105, Block 1,1933
Shanghai,611 Liyang Lu, by Haining Lu
(6513 9697) 溧阳路 611 号 1933 老场坊 1 号
楼 D 座 , 近常德路
The Spot 331 Tongren Lu, by Beijing Xi Lu
(6247 3579) 铜仁路 331 号 , 近北京西路
Wooden box café 9 Qinghai Lu, by Wujiang
Lu (5213 2965) 青海路 9 号 , 近吴江路
Yuan Oyster &Cocktail Lounge No.2, Lane
17 Xiangyang Bei Lu, by Changle Lu (6433
0538) 襄阳北路 17-2, 近长乐路
115
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Accommodation
Ascott Huai Hai Road Shanghai
Ascott Huai Hai Road Shanghai is located
in the most prestigious commercial area
of Shanghai. It is just a short walk from
the famous Xintiandi, the city’s premier
lifestyle and entertainment hub with a
myriad of restaurants, cafés, bars and
boutiques.
No 282 Huaihai Road Central, Luwan
District, Shanghai 200021, China
Reservations Telephone
400 820 1028 (local toll-free)
(86-512) 6763 1020
Reservations Facsimile
(86-512) 6763 1022
GDS Chain Code UZ
Email enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
Central Residences II
sits on the Huashan Lu,offers 2 to
4 bedrooms and penthouse service
apartments, with sizes ranging from
approximately 135 square meters to 580
square meters. With warm colors, subtle
textures and spacious floor plans creating
a feeling of cozy simplicity, this luxurious
development brings quality to life at every
turn. The five star health club provides
indoor swimming pool, tennis and squash
courts, sauna and jacuzzi facilities for
your rejuvenation, while the 24 hour oncall security service and full-time concierge
ensure you privacy and peace of mind. For
details, please call leasing department at
6226 6633 or inquiry@kerryprops.com.cn
Citadines Shanghai Biyun
Address: Lane 450 Hongfeng Road, Jinqiao
Export Processing Zone, Pudong, Shanghai
201206, China
Reservations Telephone 400 820 1028
(local toll-free)
(86-512) 6763 1020
Reservations Facsimile (86-512) 6763
1022
Telephone (86-21) 3860 2288
Facsimile (86-21) 3860 2000
GDS Chain Code UZ
Website: www.citadines.com
Citadines Shanghai Jinqiao
Address: 55 Beijing Xi Road, Huangpu
District, Shanghai 200003, China
Reservations Telephone 400 820 1028
(local toll-free)
(86-512) 6763 1020
Reservations Facsimile (86-512) 6763
1022
Telephone (86-21) 2308 6666
Facsimile (86-21) 2308 6688
GDS Chain Code UZ
Website: www.citadines.com
Fraser Suites Top Glory
New Year with Fraser Suites Top Glory
Shanghai. Joy preferential in Christmas
& New Year and …some fun! From 20th
Dec 2013 to 9th Feb 2014, when staying
2 Bedroom Premier Suite, you can have
complimentary daily breakfast and free
internet access, welcome hamper and
usage of club house facilities, RMB1,988
net @ Fraser Suites Top Glory Shanghai.
Tel: 6378 8888 Email: sales.fsshanghai@
frasershospitality.com
Add: No.1, Lane 600 Central Yincheng
Road, Lujiazui, Pudong New District,
Shanghai
ifc residence 国金汇
8 Century Avenue (near Huayuanshiqiao
Lu)
世纪大道 8 号，近花园石桥路
Tel:22069988
ifcresidence@shkp.com.cn
www.ifcresidence.com
Fraser Residence Shanghai
Each of the 272 residences features a
balcony from where you can enjoy unparalleled city views. When the excitement that
characterises vivacious Shanghai gets too
much to bear, return to the cosy comfort
offered by Fraser Residence Shanghai. With
designer decor, innovative lifestyle concepts
and plush furnishings, you know you have
picked the right home for you and your
family.
98 Shouning Road, Shanghai, 200021 P. R.
China
Reservation Hotline/ Toll Free: 800 820
116
2988
Email: sales.frshanghai@frasershospitality.
com
Website: www.frasershospitality.com
Lanson Place Jinlin Tiandi Serviced
Residences
Lanson Place Jinlin Tiandi luxury serviced
apartments overlook the fashionable and
historic Xintiandi entertainment area
as well as the tranquil lake beyond. The
serviced apartments are in generous
three bedroom layouts with contemporary
furnishings, well equipped bathrooms and
kitchens. On property is an indoor heated
swimming pool and exercise room for
exclusive use of our residences guests.
No. 3, Lane 168 Xingye Road, HuangPu
District,Shanghai 200020, China
Tel: (86) 21 2306 1888
Email: enquiry.lpjt@lansonplace.com
www.lansonplace.com
Lanson Place Jin Qiao Residences
Lanson Place Jin Qiao Residences is in
the vibrant Pudong New District. The
one- and two-bedroom homes are close
to expatriate communities, international
schools and European supermarkets. With
each residence furnished in a comfortable
residential style, with a fully, fitted kitchen,
an entertainment centre and high speed
internet connections. Right next to the
property is a landscaped garden over
10,000sqm and a complex of shopping,
restaurants and recreational facilities.
No.18, Lane 399 Zao Zhuang Road,
Pudong New District, Shanghai 200136,
China
Tel: (86) 21 5013 3592
Fax: (86) 21 5013 9441
Email: enquiry.lpjq@lansonplace.com
www.lansonplace.com
Oakwood Residence Shanghai
The newly opened Oakwood Residence
Shanghai is located in Wuning Road,
amidst a mixed use development housing a
shopping mall and an office tower.
The 112 well appointed studio, 1, 2 and
3 bedroom apartments are ideal for both
short and long term stays. Contemporary
furniture, comprehensive entertainment
system with LCD TV , DVD player and
stereo system, in-room safe, fully equipped
kitchen with electric stove, refrigerator,
toaster, coffeemaker, microwave oven,
complete set of crockery, cutlery and
cooking utensils, and a washing machine
and dryer in every apartment, are just
some of the things to make your stay
more comfortable.
Adress:103 Wuning Road,Putuo District
Shanghai 200063 China
Tel (86-21) 6183 0830
Fax (86-21) 6183 0888
E-mail: resshanghai@oakwoodasia.com
Website: www.oakwoodasia.com
Office at Kerry Parkside
An elegant and grade-A office tower, Office
at Kerry Parkside situated in Pudong’s
most unique location, directly connected
to Shanghai’s transportation network and
conveniently close to Pudong International
Airport. The 43-floor, 92,000m2 office
tower features spectacular views of
Century Park.
No.1155 Fangdian Lu, Pudong, by Huamu
Lu, Metro Line 7 Huamu Lu Station Tel:
5033 2777
Savills Residence Century Park
Set within a private and secure residential community,Savills Residence Century Park offers 65 exquisitely designed, fully furnished serviced apartments with a variety of different layouts that range from one &twobedroom apartments to three-bedroom penthouses, many with their own terrace or private gardens.
www.savillsresidence.com
CALL US FOR MORE INFORMATION:(8621)51976688 info@savillsresidence.com
No.1703,Lane 1883,Huamu Road, Pudong New District,Shanghai,201303,PRC
Serviced residences at Kerry Parkside
Kerry Parkside prides itself in providing
residents with all the comforts of home,
in every one of our 182 fully furnished
premium serviced apartments over 28
floors. Choose from spacious and efficient
1-bedroom to 4-bedroom penthouse units
to suit your particular lifestyle needs. The
Premier Penthouse units come with their
own spacious rooftop terraces. Lease
terms are flexible, marking the Residences
at Kerry Parkside an ideal choice for
both short and long-term stays. No.1398
Huamu Lu, Pudong, by Fangdian Lu,
Metro Line 7 Huamu Lu Station Tel:5033
8167 , kpenquiry@kerrycityprops.com.cn
Shops at Kerry Parkside
Kerry Parkside Shops has 45,000 m2
of retail and leisure space, out of a fully
integrated development of 330, 000
m2. The shopping centre offers a largescale premium supermarket, a myriad
of casual and fine dining choices, top
international fashion brands, personal
and beauty services, toys and children’s
wear and many more, amounting to
well over a hundred shops all working
together to become the newest and most
desired community hub. 10am-10pm.
Pudong> No.1378 Huamu Lu, Pudong,
by Fangdian Lu, Metro Line 7 Huamu Lu
Station Tel:5033 8155 www.kerryparkside.
com http://weibo.com/kerryparkside
Sun & Associates is an interior design firm
that specializes in high-level residential and
office interior design, luxury villas, hotel
clubs and apartments. Design services
include interior planning, decoration,
art consultation, purchasing and project
management.
Tel: (8621) 61171419 Fax: (8621)
52356251
Email: thomassundesign@sina.com
Web: www.syydesign.com
THE ONE is located in the business
center of Shanghai’s Jing’an District, five
minutes’ walk from the upscale shops
and metro station on Nanjing Xi Lu and
a short taxi ride to Pudong’s business
district, Xintiandi, the Bund, the French
Concession, making it accessible to
almost anywhere else in the center of
Shanghai.It offers 244 spacious guest
suites and private residences, which,
ranging between 62-600 square meters,
are among the largest in the city. From
Kempinski's proudly traditional flair to
breathtaking Shanghai skyline view, plus
our state-of-the-art in-room facilities and
technologies, we provide a harmonious
balance between work and family life .601
Fengyang Lu by West Nanjin Lu,Jing'an
District(61571688) http://www.kempinski.com 静安区凤阳路 601 号，近南京西路
Reservation Hotline: +86 21 61571688
Website: www.kempinski.com
A-YI services
Shanghai MD maid service
Shanghai MD services is an advanced
household service provider, offers
professional and reliable Ayi/Filipino
and driver to expatriate families.
Service include: onetime cleaning, fulltime and part-time domestic helper,
baby-sitter, tutor, airport pickup and
see-off
(delighting your life in shanghai)
Email: md-amanda@foxmail.com
Mobile: 13564880039 amanda
www.md-shanghai.com
Business center
Regus Business Centre
Premium Business Centre
21 in Shanghai, 70+ in Greater China
Tel: +86 400 120 1205
www.regus.cn
Regus is the world’s largest provider of
workplace solutions, with products and
services ranging from fully equipped
offices to professional meeting rooms,
business lounges and the world’s largest
network of video communication studios.
Servcorp is the industry-leading,
technologically advanced provider of
the most professional, flexible and
cost-effective serviced office and
virtual office solutions. Tel: +86 400
656 0166 www.servcorp.com.cn
Kerry Center
Level 29 Shanghai Kerry Centre
1515 Nanjing West Road
Jing An District, Shanghai 200040
Close to Jing’An station (Line 2,7)
嘉里中心 29 楼
南京西路 1515 号
中国上海市静安区
靠近静安寺地铁站（2 号线）
Servcorp At the Bund
5th Floor Somekh Building, Bund
149 Yuanmingyuan Road
Huangpu District Shanghai 200002
Close to People Square Station (Line 1,2,8)
圆明园路 149 号
外滩哈密大楼 5 楼
中国上海黄浦区
靠近人民广场地铁站（1 号线）
Citigroup Tower
Level 23, Citigroup Tower
33 Huayuanshiqiao Road
Pudong, Shanghai 200120
Close to Lujiazui Station (Line 2)
花旗集团大厦 23 楼
花园石桥路 33 号
中国上海浦东
靠近陆家嘴地铁站（2 号线）
Shanghai Business Center 第一商务中心
CBD, Grade A Building, Serviced Office
Lujiazui, Huaihai Road, West Nanjing
Road, Hongqiao, Xujiahui
Free Service, Impartial Assessment, Best
Offer
Call Green To Viewing:189 1732 8282
www.001BC.com
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The Executive Centre – International
Finance Center
德事商务中心-上海国金中心
Level 8 & 36, Tower 2, International
Finance Center
We are tailor making the STEP BY STEP
courses for your situation in China like
transportation, shopping, accommodation, oversea travel or any other real
personal needs.
No.8 Century Avenue, Pudong, Shanghai
(Lujiazui Station, Line 2)
上海市浦东新区世纪大道8号, 上海国金中心
二期8楼/ 36楼（地铁二号线陆家嘴站）
The Executive Centre – CITIC Square
德事商务中心-中信泰富广场
Level 35, CITIC Square
No.1168 West Nanjing Road, Jing’an
District, Shanghai
(West Nanjing Road Station, Line 2)
上海市静安区南京西路1168号, 中信泰富广
场35楼 (地铁二号线南京西路站)
The Executive Centre – Xintiandi
德事商务中心-新天地
Level 5, Xintiandi
No.159 Madang Road, Huangpu District,
Shanghai
(South Huangpi Road Station, Line 1)
上海市黄埔区马当路159号, 新天地5楼
（地铁一号线黄陂南路站）
The Executive Centre – The Center
德事商务中心-世纪商贸广场
Level 20, The Center
No.989 Changle Road, Xuhui District,
Shanghai (Changshu Road Station, Line 1)
上海市徐汇区长乐路989号, 世纪商贸广场
20楼 (地铁一号线常熟路站)
The Executive Centre - Chong Hing
Finance Center
德事商务中心-创兴金融中心
Level 12, Chong Hing Finance Center
No.288 West Nanjing Road, Huangpu
District, Shanghai
(People Square Station, Line 1)
上海市黄浦区南京西路288号, 创兴金融中
心12楼 (地铁一号线人民广场站)
TINVEST
Tinvest Group- boutique serviced office
( Former French concession)
www.tinvestgroup.com
6433 5707 or 18317070380
T288
9F/10F,Dramatic Art Center 288 Anfu
Rd,Xuhui District,Shanghai
Close to Changshu station (Line 1&7),
Close to Shanghai library station (line 10)
T297
#297,Wuyuan Rd
Close to Changshu station (Line 1&7),
Close to Shanghai library station (line 10)
Car rental services
RISING SHANGHAI CAR RENTAL CO., LTD.
Professional, Save Time and Money!
- Airport pick-up / drop-off
- Business & Tourism Travel Service
- Business Travel Assistant
- Long Team Leasing
Tel: (86-21) 5447 8362
(86-21) 5447 8361
Fax: (86-21) 5447 8369
Email: info@risingsh.com
http://www.risingsh.com
Shanghai Yichuan Bicycle Rental
We provide you with high quality brand
bikes and bicycle delivery service. Free
advice and free map will be given to you
.
HOT!!! shanghai bicycle tour available.
Tel:18302176812
CATERING services
Gourmet Traveler
Gourmet traveler caters much more
than just food. With absolute attention
to detail we ensure a personalized
gourmet experience from planning right
through to your special occasion. It’s
what we do
www.gourmettraveler.com.cn
Tel: 5477 9702
or contact Albert on 159 0175 7070
Email: info@gourmettraveler.com.cn
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邮编 :2011003
Harris Corporate Services Ltd
Shanghai | Beijing | Guangzhou | Hong Kong
Established since 1972
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WFOE & Rep. Office Set Up
Accounting & Tax Compliance
Payroll, HR & Visa Solutions
Hong Kong & Offshore Company Registration
Hong Kong & China Bank Account Opening
Serving all your business needs for investing in
China. Call us for a free consultation.
Tel: (86)21-6289 8813
Mobile: 189-643-41625
Email: info.sh@harrissec.com.cn
Shanghai:
Suite 904, OOCL Plaza, 841 Yan An Zhong
Road,
Jing-An District, Shanghai, PRC.
上海市静安区延安中路 841 号东方海外大厦 904 室
Beijing:
Room 2302, E-Tower, No.12 Guanghua Road,
Chaoyang District, Beijing, PRC.
北京市朝阳区光华路 12 号数码 01 大厦 2302 室
Tel: (86)10-6591 8087
Mobile: 186-019-43718
Email: info.bj@harrissec.com.cn
Guangzhou:
Room D-E, 11/F., Yueyun Building,3
Zhongshan
2nd Road, Guangzhou, PRC.
广州市中山二路 3 号 ( 东山口 ) 粤运大厦 11 楼 D-E
室
Tel: (86)20-3762 1108
Mobile: 189-261-87461
Email: info.gz@harrissec.com.cn
Hong Kong:
7/F., Hong Kong Trade Centre, 161-167
Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong.
香港德辅道中 161-167 号香港贸易中心 7 楼
Tel: (852)2541 6632
Email: info@harrissec.com.hk
Educational Services
AIA
AIA CFO Forum on Dec 15
This is the 14th CFO Forum AIA (the
Association of International Accountant) has held in Shanghai. This time
we invite Yu Chun, a director of one
international accounting firm to share
her view on bank fraud.
Tel: 400-820-2803
Free, 2:00-3:30pm. 10F, Towel 2, No.
2230, Zhongshan Road West, close to
Yi Shan Road Station(Line3, 4, 9)
徐汇区中山西路2230号2号楼10楼，靠近宜
山路地铁站（3、4、9号线）
CONSULTING SERVICES
J&K Investment Consulting Co., Ltd.
WOFE, JV & Rep. Office Set Up.
Visa, Work Permit, Residence Permit.
Tax & Accounting Advisory.
Payroll & HR Solutions.
Trade Mark Registration.
HK & Overseas Company.
Tel: 51179353; 51179360.
winny@jkinvest.net
Mandarin School
60 days for Step by Step Chinese
Course
A miracle of Chinese learning achievements!
Huaihai Road Campus
No.28 Gaolan Road(Near By Ruijin 2
Road)
Tel: 021-5306 7271
Yaohan Campus
Suite 1103, Build B, Tomson Centre,
No.188 Zhangyang Road(Near by
Puming Road)
Tel: 021-5877 1797
Zhongshan Park Campus
Room 401, Build No.1, No1221 Yuyuan
Road(Near by Anxi Road)
Tel: 021-6210 2461
Hutong School
With 8 years' experience, Hutong
School provides Mandarin courses for
everyone eager to learn Chinese. We
offer standard daily Chinese classes
as well as tailor-made courses for
companies and individuals. We offer
private or group classes, at all levels,
whenever (weekdays or at weekends)
and wherever (at our school, your office
or home).
Tel: (21) 3428 0099
Web: www.hutong-school.com/chinesecourse-in-beijing-shanghai
Email: info@hutongschool.com
76 Wuyuan Lu, House 16, 2F, near
Wulumuqi Lu, Xuhui District, Shanghai
i Mandarin
“Ting Bu Dong” is Long gone!
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