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CONTENTS UPFRONT

Tech Talk

Around Town

The weird and wonderful happenings around Shanghai in the last month

OPinion

Resident satirist Rupert Pupkin on the uprise of expertise

Five Minutes With

Spanish chocolatier Enric Rovira

COVER STORY: Where do we go from here? The essential guide to Shanghai dating and building a relationship to last

What’s Hot, What’s Cool This month’s must-buys

Style Talk

Health Talk

Make your man over Mad Men style Beautifully Bronze Nurse Mary offers top tips on staying hydrated this summer

Spa Talk

Willow Stream – A Fairmont Spa and Green Massage

Art Talk

All that glitters: Van Cleef & Arpels brings chic to Shanghai The golden age of Chinese cinema: Where to watch 1920s/30s films

Local Talk

THE SCENE Dining Out

WINE Talk

Night Talk

Live Talk

People

Hotel Talk

It’s a Date

What’s On

Listings

Chefs, features, news, reviews and more Mat Ryan from The Shed compares Sherpa’s Pairings The latest spots on Shanghai’s night scene Brilliant baijiu

Education Talk

Youth Talk: YCIS Shanghai’s Karyn Chan on leadership - Young Achiever: Graduated! Concordia feature - Kid’s quiz - Family calendar

Sport Talk

- UEFA Euro 2012 - Sports calendar - Columnist Jon Robinson offers exercise tips

See who went where and who wore what Hotel offers and deals Hotel of the Month Suite Talk Hotel deals, meals and more Your monthly calendar guide to Shanghai The absolute essentials

Renowned chocolatier Enric Rovira on his latest project – recreating the Langham Xintiandi hotel out of chocolate.

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IN THE KNOW 60

RMB

Wuding Lu, Jing’an District

“People get used to certain materials being used for certain things. People often think my works are made out of ceramic, tile or wood because they aren’t aware of the possibilities of chocolate.”

The latest gadgets & gizmos

America calling: Shanghai bands tour the US

CITY LIVING

Reviews: records, movies, books

Interactive

Trivia and horoscopes

Talking To...

ShanghART gallerist Lorenz Helbling

SUMMER TRAVEL

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“Booking shows one venue will ignore us, probably because we’re from China or Shanghai, and another venue will be like, ‘Whoa, you guys are from China? We gotta have you!'” Dennis Ming Nichols of steam punk band Rainbow Danger Club on the difficulties of Shanghai bands touring in the US.

Chief Executive Officer: Minnie Yeung Director: Kwok Fa Managing Editor: Kerry Allen Executive Editor: Tom Mangione Contributors: Jamie Barys, Steph Buckingham, Karyn Chan, Alastair Dickie, Mary A Drobnak, April Fong, Aimee Groom, Casey Hall, Robyn Hughes, Linda Joyce, Michelle Ozier, Justin Parsons, Rupert Pupkin, Mat Ryan, Jon Robinson Associate Editors: Nick Korjov, Melissa K Trias Photographer: Emanuel Slavescu Executive Publishing Director: Judy Liu Production Director: David Wang Designer: Sylvie Xu, Amy Zhou Process Manager: Amy Zhou Financial Controller: Peter Chen

“They said ‘You can’t open a gallery in China. There is no art and everything is difficult. There is no market.’ And it was a different Shanghai and China to what we know now.” Lorenz Helbling, gallerist, on setting up the ShanghART gallery in the early 90s.

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AROUND TOWN

UPFRONT

Around Town

everyone is working hard, but you already knew that didn’t you? Now get back to work.

Your news round-up for the month of June

While still under the shadow of the mishap that befell Metro Line 10 last year, injuring hundreds of passengers, the city plans to make Line 10 a fully automatic line without drivers. In a press conference, Shao Weizhong, Vice President of Shanghai Shentong Metro Group, said that Line 10 was "originally designed to be driverless model.” No kidding.

Skyfall, the latest instalment in the James Bond series will be in cinemas this autumn, and guess what fair city plays host to 007’s latest adventure? Prepare to be shaken Shanghai, not stirred; the Yan’an gaojia, Pudong Airport and the monster skyscrapers of Pudong all look like they will be the backdrop for the latest flick starring the Man with the Golden Gun.

Kids, playtime is over. You’re almost six years old! Parents across Shanghai are grilling their children like never before to get into a good elementary school, as competition has become so fierce, that the Shanghai Education Commission has ordered private elementary schools to refrain from using academic interviews to assess a child’s eligibility. Undeterred, some private schools are still throwing the books at their toddler applicants.

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Not to be outdone by all the cruises along the Huangpu River, Suzhou Creek has recently opened its own tour boat service. Using over ten newly constructed docks, you’ll be able to hop on and hop off on a round trip between Danba Lu and the Waibaima Bridge for RMB 200. Residents of the upper reaches of Suzhou Creek, brace yourselves. The booze cruises are acoming.

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According to a recent survey conducted by Beijing University and Chinese job search website zhaopin.com, Chinese workers work on average 8.66 hours every day and spend 0.96 hours in transit. Looks like

Shanghai legislators are considering making street performing a legal activity, granting local musicians and other performance artists licenses to busk throughout the city in designated areas. However, questions remain about what the criteria will be for obtaining a license. Still, it will be interesting to see the day beggars doing KTV on the subway are replaced with trained musicians.

In its master plan to concentrate the supply of all food consumed by laowai (and rich Chinese fans of imported foods) throughout Shanghai, City Shop opened a massive new location in the SML Centre. (That’s the gigantic shopping mall erected across the street from tourist haven Tianzifang.) Hopefully the prices of its items won’t match the size of the new store, but we’re not betting on it.

Think you know Shanghai? Tell us what this image is of for your chance to win a voucher worth RMB 500, courtesy of Chalet Suisse. Email: talkback@talk.ismaychina.com Last month's winner: Charles Consumeo

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OPINION... WITH PUPKIN

A Billion Expert Opinions Rupert Pupkin

eems like everyone is an expert these days, that I alone carry the mantle of mediocrity. It’s a little intimidating to be around so many authorities on everything. Their brilliance is breathtaking. From the mind-reading fruit vendor who can hold forth on the merits of pineapple for however long it takes to perfect a transaction, to the gang of uniformed parking attendants who understand the physics of parking (if not the administration of a clutch), there is no shortage of professionals ready to straighten a guy out, correct him, and show him how it’s done here. In a few short years the people I’ve come into contact with here have achieved a level of expertise that is unbelievable, so much so that I, for one, can hardly believe it. If I were a kinder, gentler soul I might say it is simply a matter of human nature, that we all have a tendency to lend too much credence to our own myths and invest ourselves with more accomplishment than perhaps we deserve. But there are individuals whose cockiness is but a thin cover for everyday insecurity, who, by hook or crook, burnish their credentials and flaunt their expertise to cloak a whopping inferiority complex. And then there are those who display a monumental hubris, whose inflated sense of self-importance stems from never having been properly smacked down by a sibling. If, from a very early age, you are fed

a line about superiority, you can, upon growing up, choose to spit it out or dine on it for the rest of your life. And with that in mind, the feasting continues… *** I am a mediocre man but there is one particular thing I am fairly good at. I have studied and practiced this one particular thing for years and years and years, and my opinions on this one particular thing are sometimes even sought out. There are many things I know absolutely nothing about, but about this one thing I am confident I am an authority. A young woman recently rang me with a question about this one thing. She was “looking into it.” She, too, wanted to become good at it. I patiently explained some of the fundamental principles to her. A week later I had occasion to chat with the same young woman about the one thing. She was by now an authority on the one thing, having "done some online research", and implied that I had the thing all wrong.

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*** The waiter at the restaurant is worldweary. He has waited on many foreigners, serving them their strange meat patties and malt beverages; he is therefore well schooled in international culinary habits - an expert. He knows what I am going to order before I tell him, and so I am surprised that he doesn’t just bring the food and drink to me without even taking my order. He is prescient, visionary, skilful – a kung fu waiter. This young expert server, with his thinly veiled look of contempt, thick lacquered hair and narrow shoulders, yanks out the silverware drawer at the busboy station and proceeds to entertain the dining room with the tinny crashing symphony of plates and spoons. After fifteen minutes or so, he delivers my drink – the wrong drink, of course, because he decided in his own mind what it was that the foreigner wanted to drink, and was so certain of his intelligence that he got it completely wrong. The food order is likewise screwed up. He

is hardly able to hide his indignation. He is sure it is I who is mistaken. *** Managing a staff of experts can be a rare joy and a pleasure. When everyone in the office - from fresh-faced interns to the most senior employee – believes they know more than senior management, the workplace action descends into sheer farce, as all pretend to be earnest and diligent but are, in fact, committed to the belief that they are far more qualified to rule. Staff members take obsequiousness to an absurd degree, and some managers, usually those with limited exposure to the modern Confucian ethos, will take such flattery as genuine and, to their extreme disadvantage, come to mistake it for respect, when it is in reality its antithesis. An enlightened manager, one who works alongside his employees and shows compassion and humility, will be viewed as weak, and will eventually be outmanoeuvred, overwhelmed and devoured by the gargantuan Eastern ego that has been forming for millennia.

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FIVE MINUTES WITH

Five Minutes With Enric Rovira Tom Mangione

Hailing from Barcelona, renowned chocolatier Enric Rovira has made a name for himself by doing the remarkable with chocolate, combining it with exotic flavours and sculpting it into daring shapes. During his residency at The Langham Xintiandi last month, he crafted an edible, 1.5 metre chocolate version of the hotel and its nearby shikumen lane houses, which is on display at the Langham. Was it hard to get the chocolate you needed in China? No. It wasn’t difficult. Nowadays you can get all the best chocolates in the world in China. What chocolate did you use to make the chocolate model?

I haven’t yet, but I would be willing to. However, it wouldn’t be a perfect replica. It would reflect my own style.

I used two different brands of [French] chocolate: DGF and Vahlrona; dark chocolate and white chocolate, each around 60 – 70% chocolate.

Has anyone ever been fooled into thinking one of your chocolate creations was made out of something else?

How did you become interested in chocolate? I grew up working in a pastry shop where I learned how to make pastry. Chocolate making is a part of pastry making so I became interested in it that way. When I was 22 years old, I decided I wanted to focus just on chocolate. I think that chocolate has more artistic and commercial possibilities. What’s the most difficult thing you’ve made out of chocolate? This current project has been very difficult. Because if you look at the shape of the Langham, the building doesn’t even have one straight line. Without moulds, it’s difficult to carve the chocolate. What’s the biggest work you’ve made out of chocolate? I made a 4.5 metre wedding cake entirely out of chocolate that used over 400 kilograms of chocolate.

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Would you make a portrait of someone out of chocolate?

All the time. People get used to certain materials being used for certain things. People often think my works are made out of ceramic, tile or wood because they aren’t aware of the possibilities of chocolate. Being from Barcelona, you’ve said that Gaudi is a major influence on your work. Do you have plans to make any of his buildings out of chocolate? No. Out of respect, I won’t make any of his buildings. But I’ve reproduced one tile designed by Gaudi used in La Pedrera and the Passeig de Gracia in Barcelona. I also use his designs in a nougat which we make at Christmas time. You’ve made chocolate for… astronauts?! We make a special collection called ‘Planetarium’ which includes spherical chocolates, based on the planets we gave to a Spanish astronaut before he went into space. The idea was that when he was in space he could open up the box and eat them while floating in zero gravity. Web: www.enricrovira.com; http://xintiandi.langhamhotels.com

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CITY LIVING

COVER STORY

Shanghai’s

Lonely Hearts Club

Kerry Allen

All the single ladies! And all you single gents out there too, listen up! We feel your pain; finding a date in Shanghai is no easy task, and in the fast paced come-and-go of this cosmopolitan city, it’s even more difficult if you’re looking to land a laowai. But whatever your preferences, Talk Magazine aims to add that little bit of a spark to your life, with our fail-proof guide to getting out and finding your baima wangzi, your Prince Charming, in time for Qixi Jie (Chinese Valentine’s Day) next month. STEP

How to find a date

Websites The sorry state of affairs is that it’s actually quite difficult to find a reputable internet dating website; the majority of them out there tend to be interface-unfriendly replicas of one other, with minimum levels of privacy (meaning that every Joe Bloggs under the sun can see your ugly mug and read your desperate words of narcissism – take note DateInAsia.com, ChineseKisses.com and ChinaLoveMatch.net users) not to mention a limited amount of profile selection. I’m perhaps biased though – after all, if you’re looking for a girl, not a guy, there’s no end of websites promising young, hot, Chinese ladies looking for fun. A simple Google search of “China dating” brings up five in the first ten.

(being regulated at the sign-up stage not only for spam, but for unclear or “inappropriate” photos). At the time of writing, there were 13,098 profiles on there, of which 7,316 were girls, and 5,782 were guys. How do you fancy the odds now, ladies? If you’re able to speak Chinese, the net sweeps much wider, to include yuehui.163.com (with over 8 million registered users), HongNiang.com (literally, red [hot] women – but you can also search for men), and jiayuan.com, all of which are widely used, and make it easy to find someone in China whether you’re straight, gay, or other. And if you are looking for something just a little different, there’s always SeaCaptainDate.com, a website specifically geared towards pairing you up with lonely sea captains. SeaCaptainDate’s been all the buzz this last few months, with Time Magazine and Huffington Post among many questioning whether it’s all a hoax, when the reality is that it’s quite simply, and shockingly, legit. Failing that, you can always wait until the rather self explanatory UK sensation UniformDating. com, expands to the Mainland.

also allows you to see whether other users are within close proximity of you, and indeed how close they are, with its GPS activated software. Founded in December 2011, this super stalker app has already managed to surpass a startling two million users and is great if you want to meet other, open-minded people on the fly. Or you simply like stalking.

Apps

Social Events

For those who even think the pace of internet dating is too slow, there are a handful of apps out there to connect with singles instantly, make friends, or even take things to that next level. Of them all, the leading is iJOYou (http:// app.net/ijoyou) which in Chinese, means ‘Love to make friends’. Available for free in both English and Chinese, iJOYou is basically an interactive chatroom which allows you to search for users, and then send them texts, audio messages, or photos.

Of course the question then begs of what you see, being really what you get. If you’re a girl, you might be inclined to give up before you’ve even begun. If you’re a guy, you might wonder whether you’re not about to meet up with a woman who’s not only twice the size of the photograph she posted, but twice the age. Oh and the photograph’s actually her daughter. But don’t despair, there are a few choices out there, with SmartShanghai’s (www.smartshanghai.com/dating) dating section of their website being the most popular English language site to date, not to mention the most reputable

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MoMo (http://itunes.apple.com/cn/app/mo-mo/ id448165862?l=en&mt=8) goes that little bit further, and

Of course your safest bet is probably going with eHarmony (http://itunes.apple.com/cn/app/eharmony1-trusted-dating/id458272450?l=en&mt=8), one of the leading established international dating websites for over ten years that’s finally got itself an app, and claims to be “responsible for 5% of marriages in the US.” Curious? We know you are.

If you find all this modern technology far too complicated, feel there’s no better compensation for breaking the ice with your future soulmate than by doing so face to face, there are plenty of ways to do so. The Shanghai Match Trading Association have set the standard by establishing the city’s go-to event for singles and their suffering parents, after hosting their second matchmaking party event last month at the Saudi Arabian pavilion on the World Expo site. This event saw attendance of a staggering 30,000+ young hopefuls, and is said to address the issue of increasingly rich and ambitious young people finding it difficult to http://shanghai.talkmagazines.cn - Become a Talk Insider!

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Pick-Up Lines Many thanks to the Lonely Planet pocket phrasebook writers when they provided us with this slither of entertainment: “Would you like a drink?” Ni xiang he dian shenme? 你想喝点什么？ “You look like some cousin of mine.” Ni chang de xiang wo de biaomei 你长得像我的表妹

Where to take your date

Five romantic locations Le Sheng. 308 Anfu Lu, near Wukang Lu. Tel: 5406 6011

“You’re a fantastic dancer.” Ni tiao de zhen hao 你跳得真好 “Can I be with you forever?” Wo neng pei ni yiqi dao lao? 我能陪你一起到老？ “How about going to bed? Zanmen shangchuang, hao ma? 咱们上床，好吗？ Easy tiger! Mandian lai! 慢点来！

Bocca. 22 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, near Xin Yong’an Lu. Tel: 6328 6598

5 Tables Bistro. 210 Danshui Lu, near Zizhong Lu. Tel: 3304 1205

meet life-partners. Watch out for the next one Shanghai, that is, if a venue can be found to hold the increasing capacity. Unfortunately however, the event isn’t open to laowai, and so as an alternative to loitering on the sidelines, there’s always OkDeal’s speed dating sessions (www.okdealclub. com), our favourite of which this month is on 16 June from 7.30pm, when they’re hosting a Lock and Key party at glo London (1 Wulumuqi Lu, near Dongping Lu). Every woman is given a lock, and every guy a key. You figure out the rest. And maybe you’re shy, or just looking for something a little bit more subtle, whatever. Keep an eye on the city’s most loved magazine, Talk Magazine (http://shanghai. talkmagazines.cn/whats-on) for the next business social event in the city, and be sure to bring a stack of business cards! The clever and sneaky way to obtain that hottie’s number. http://shanghai.talkmagazines.cn - Become a Talk Insider!

El Willy. 22 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Jinling Lu. Tel: 5404 5757

Lapis Thai. Various Locations. Web: www.lapisthai.com

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CITY LIVING

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Point No Return?

Tom Mangione

You've been with your significant other for a while now – years, decades even, and things have gotten to the point where they just don't seem like they are going to work out. Is it really time to call it quits? Are you ready for it? Local relationship counsellor Luis Murillo discusses the difficulties relationships can have and when it's time to go your separate ways.

elationships can be hindered not only by an inability to connect with our partners, but also by an inability to connect with ourselves, to take an introspective attitude and know where we are coming from. In his own practice as a counsellor in Shanghai, Luis Murillo finds the role of introspection essential in his psychodynamic approach to counselling, an approach based on the psychology of Freud and psychoanalysis. Murillo explains “Psychoanalysis is a form of introspection. It's a way for a person to understand their weak spots. It's important because these are things that will frequently rear their head during a relationship. Freud had a theory about memory. He believed that the human consciousness is made up of memories and they always leave a trace, even if we're not aware of them.”

A bit of soul searching is essential for revealing where a relationship is going. However, getting together and speaking honestly about its status is still a difficult thing. “Shanghai is a very fast centrifuge that takes you from your partner and your feelings. Here it's often all about performance and competition. It's not about the other person's feelings or even your own feelings.” Perhaps because of the pressures of fast-paced Shanghai life, misunderstandings of ourselves or each other, relationships can come to the point of crisis. At this point, each partner needs to decide what they can get out of the relationship and if it's still worth pursuing. “In counselling, I like to illustrate a moment of crisis by using an aviation analogy. In aviation there's a speed called V1, which is the maximum speed a plane can go during take-off before it must launch in order to avoid disaster. I help couples to figure out what their V1 is. Because once they reach that point, it's the point of no return.”

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If you and your partner decide to go your separate ways, Murillo advises against giving into “the need to humiliate the other person. That's wrong. Just because a person we love can no longer fulfil our needs that's not a reason to denigrate them. People also should avoid making decisions under a stage of depression when their thinking isn't clear.” And if someone has made a rational, coolheaded decision that they want out of the relationship for good, then Murillo finds that's truly the end. “People sometimes come to a counsellor like they go to an auto mechanic. But we're not dealing with mechanisms, we’re dealing with free agents. I can't reprogram people's feelings. Once one of the partners sees clearly that they don't want to continue the relationship any more, then that's it.” www.communitycenter.cn/counseling.asp

And when discussing the limits we have with our partners, unfortunately we sometimes realise that that limit has been breached. What exactly that limit is, comes in all forms. “There is no algorithm, no flow chart for how it works. The only red flag is the appearance of violence. Aside from that, a major problem is often when partners perceive that there are incompatible visions of value and that there's something keeping them from getting what they want.” This could come in many guises: from desires about pursuing a new career, returning back to one's home country or the decision about whether or not to have children.

Therefore, success in a relationship in many respects comes down to our abilities not only to mediate with our partners, but also ourselves. Murillo notes that as a counsellor, he's seen many cases between couples where things spin out of control, often without either party being acutely aware of the triggers or hidden memories at work. “Gestures and words can destroy a relationship because they resonate in a certain way. They have more to do with the partner on the receiving end and all they have been through before.” Of course, in Shanghai communicating with ourselves is often just as difficult as communicating with our partner, if not more so. “I think Shanghai has issues with work/life balance, people have to really know how much they value a relationship here. Is it an accessory or is there a driving force behind the relationship? Both scenarios can work, but each partner needs to plan accordingly.”

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And what about infidelity? Isn't that also a red flag? Murillo doesn't see it that way. “My personal view is that infidelity is a symptom, not a core illness. Different couples deal with it in different ways. I recommend addressing it peripherally. Often, one can 'fix' the infidelity problem, but miss the real cause. What kind of dreams and fun do you have together? What do you communicate about your different needs? You'll get more mileage out of that.” Still, there comes a time when it's time to call it quits. But before ending, Murillo recommends making one last inventory of each others' needs. Making a list and seeing what needs are fulfilled and which aren't makes it clear what needs to be changed and what can't be changed. This way, both parties see whether there might be one last chance for change or compromise or whether it simply won't work. http://shanghai.talkmagazines.cn -- Become Insider! http://shanghai.talkmagazines.cn Become a a Talk Talk Insider!

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Whether it’s been just a few dates or you’ve been going together for a while, there comes a time when your relationship starts to get serious. It’s going somewhere. But where? Well, that’s up to you and your partner to decide. Local relationship counsellor Christine Forte of Balanced Heart Counselling discusses how you can work to build a stronger relationship.

he days of passion are fading. You might be living together now, or at the very least, spending lots of time with your special someone. Your relationship has begun to leave the realms of romance and set off into the real world and all of its challenges. You begin to ask yourself, “Who is this person? Really?” And while you might like what you find,

there will inevitably be sources of conflict. Does this mean that he or she isn’t ‘the one’? Perhaps it’s time to take a step back. "I’m not a big believer in the idea of 'the one'," says Christine Forte, a local relationship counsellor at Balanced Heart Counselling. “I think there are a lot of people out there that we can all be compatible with. Not that anyone could be a good fit for us, but there are many people in the world who we can be a happy partner with.” But how do we know who’s really good for us? While there is no cut and dry answer to this question, there are some dimensions of compatibility that are important to keep in mind. “In a relationship, above all it’s important for a couple to be good friends, to really have a sense of fondness and admiration for each other. Of course we also want to have physical and sexual attraction. But it’s also important to have a partner who’s going to be reliable, who does what they say they will, that goes where they say they’ll go. That’s respectful of you and you’re respectful of them. That you manage conflict in a way that helps you move forward, rather than in a way that’s destructive.” Okay, it sounds straightforward enough. There are reasons we’ve stuck together with our friends all these years. The same must go for our partners to some degree, right? Still, Shanghai life is a beast all of its own. Many of us are far away from home, often times getting closer with partners from different cultural backgrounds. “Trust is a big issue here. [Our potential partners] don’t have the same net of credibility behind them as someone from back home who knows all of our friends or has gone to the same university as us. It’s hard, at first, for couples here to know if the person they’re seeing is being honest.”

In addition, Shanghai’s reputation as a sin city tends to pop up. Trust issues often spring for worries that when our partner is away, they’re with somebody else. “Further along in relationships [in Shanghai] a problem that often comes up is infidelity.” But Forte is firm in the belief that sexual infidelity doesn’t have to be a deal breaker. “I think it really depends on the couple: how much is left of the other healthy structure in their relationship. Is this really a couple that just despises each other? Or just got off track for a while and genuinely want to get back on track?” Then, of course, cultural differences can also prove to be major hurdles where family is concerned. “One of the biggest challenges with culture [here] can be the in-laws. The couple themselves – if they love each other and want to be together and are working on communicating – can do okay. But when people’s families come into play, that’s when there can be very different expectations.” Not sure how to relate to your beloved’s mother or father, or even a distant aunt or uncle? Don’t worry. All’s not lost. Forte advises, “For bi-cultural couples it’s more important to discuss prior to making commitments how we’re going to navigate our families’ different expectations of us.” And of course, a bit of perspective is in order. Families have differences of opinion about their role in a couple’s life all over the world. You don’t have to cross oceans to see it. “You can see couples where both partners are from the US and families have very different expectations of how involved they will be in their lives. It’s not just about country of origin.” The final obstacle that Shanghai throws up to those of us looking to take our relationships to the next level is the concern with career and ambition that attends life in Shanghai. “A lot of young people here might not be as marriage focused as in other places,” says Forte. And it’s true. All those long days and longer nights of hammering out a new proposal or getting yourself on track for where you want to be in five years don’t leave much for someone else, do they? Still, it’s no reason to give up hope. It might seem like a Herculean effort at times, but relationships can work out, even in Shanghai. It just takes a bit of work to get there. www.balancedheartcounseling.com

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what’sHOTwhat’sCOOL Melissa K Trias

Luscious Lashes

The ‘They’re Real! mascara’ range from Benefit delivers dramatic length and volume with every stroke. Your eyes will look so luscious that boys will be putty in your hands.

Model Behaviour

Hone your inner top model on the streets of Shanghai by wearing these sexy ‘cat eye’ inspired sunnies. Classically subdued glamour is MbMJ at its best! RMB 756. Marc by Marc Jacobs, available online. Web: http://cn.shopbop.com

RMB 220. Benefit, available at Raffles City Mall. 268 Xizang Zhong Lu, near Fuzhou Lu. Tel: 6340 3600, Web: www. benefitcosmetics.co.uk

Blue Crush

Finding a functional bag that looks good on your arm is tough. Fortunately Flying Scissors has just come out with this gorgeous vibrant blue tote that will have your colleagues shrieking with envy, “Where did you get that?!”

Cool Threads

For some funky-fresh T-shirt designs to suit any season, our go-to brand is undoubtedly Plastered, who have just launched their fun ‘PLA-8: A Creative Army’ range.

RMB 3,370. Flying Scissors. Bldg 1, 349 Zizhong Lu, near Madang Lu. Tel: 3331 5930, Web: www.flyingscissors.cn

Splish Splash!

Just because it’s made for babies doesn’t mean that adults can’t use it too! Free from sulphates and harsh chemicals, this gentle cleanser, available in a range of yummy flavours, is ideal for anyone with sensitive skin.

RMB 138. Plastered T-Shirts, located in Tianzifang, Bldg 49, Lane 248, Taikang Lu, near Ruijin Er Lu. Tel: 139 1020 5721, Web: www.plastered.com

RMB 145. California Baby Calendula Shampoo & Bodywash, available at Casa Mia. 191 Changshu Lu, near Yanqing Lu. Tel: 6433 1228, Web: www.mammybuy.com

Enlighten Yourself

Simple jewellery can make a powerful statement, and this elegant lightbulb necklace by James Banks makes as bold and bright as they come. With pink tourmaline, yellow citron and black diamond gemstones inside the bulb, we can’t imagine not being ‘lit up’ while wearing this sophisticated piece. RMB 11,445. The Lightkeeper necklace by James Banks Design, available at The Villa. 1 Taojiang Lu, near Yueyang Lu. Tel: 6466 9322, Web: www.shopthevilla.com

Sheer Elegance

When the heatwave hits Shanghai, it gets rather tempting to walk around in the nude. However, since that’s not quite legal, you can opt for this weightless, sheer blouse by Lipsy instead. Available in a range of colours.

Colour block your shoes, your pants, your shirt…and now your head! The Louise patchwork headband from the Hat Lab has an array of bold colours to keep your tresses looking primped and polished in a snap!

RMB 350. Lipsy Blouse, available online. Web: www.zooq.com

RMB 540. Louise headband by the Hat Lab, available at Humming Bird Vintage Shop. 141 Fuxing Xi Lu, near Yongfu Lu. Tel: 150 2183 1781

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I Scream, You Scream!

Spoil your friends rotten this summer with homemade cookies and cream, strawberry and rocky road concoctions from your very own ice cream maker. Mmm!

Built to Last

Each made from exactly one hundred and eleven recycled plastic Coca Cola bottles, these colourful chairs by Emeco embody the elements of strength, durability and comfort in an impeccable form. RMB 2,210. Emeco, available at the Design Republic. 88 Yuqing Lu, near Huaihai Zhong Lu. Tel: 6082 3882, Web: www.thedesignrepublic.com

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RMB 4,290. DeLonghi ICK6000 ice cream maker, available at Lemon Zest. 1 Taojiang Lu, near Yueyang Lu. Tel: 6466 9099, Web: www.lemonzestlife.com

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Mad Style Melissa K Trias

With the fifth season of Mad Men in full-effect, Talk Magazine’s style editor decides to deconstruct the mode that currently has the fashion world smitten. Aiming for everyday practicality, Melissa K Trias takes the three-piece suit, the white-collar shirt and the mundane accessories of the 1960s and reinterprets them into three snazzy looks made especially for the fly streets of Shanghai. Men, take note; women, gird your loins. The summer is looking dapper.

f you’ve ever watched an episode of Mad Men, you’ll be familiar with the unquestionable sex appeal that surrounds its leading man, Donald Draper (played by Jon Hamm). The pensive stare, the charmingly flirtatious smile and the James-Bond-esque magnetism, Draper is the iconic symbol of a ladies’ man for the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Two words to describe him would be ‘conservatively alluring’; if he were food, he’d be ‘strawberries and cream’. Hence, it is of no surprise that the sartorial elegance of the Mad Men “look” has become all the rage in menswear this season. Deager Kao, Co-Founder of Project Aegis | Shanghai, a concept-shop-turned-boutique that stocks over fifty luxury

The Three-Piece: Keep one, lose the rest. A look with a clear concept can make an outfit boss; three-piece suits need not be used everyday. Instead, you can deconstruct the look and keep only the bare essentials, by wearing just the vest (see the white collar shirt look) or just the blazer. A vest communicates just the right amount of style—not too pretty-boy, but not sloppy either. It shows that you’ve got an eye for style and you’re not even trying. A blazer on the other hand is gentlemanly and bold. You give off the proper businessman vibe that shows females that, like Jay-Z, “you be making the paper”. That’s hot.

Shirt: Tradesman shirt, Marshall Artist. RMB 1,150. Jeans: Weird guy raspberry scratch n sniff jeans, Naked & Famous. RMB 1,380. Shoes: Celeste denim shoes, Opening Ceremony. RMB 2,380. Blazer: Raphael denim blazer, ThreeSociety. RMB 1,445. Bowtie: Leather bowtie, Campaign. RMB 248.

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brands from around the world, attributes the success of his own tailored men’s clothing line to the vogue of the hit television series. “Mad Men has very sophisticated and well-presented looks; in addition to Don Draper’s outfits, the costumes of the male cast also reveal a willingness to dabble with colour and checkered prints. There is an aura about the male characters that is tied in with wearing the latest fashion,” says Kao. “In regards to what you see people wearing on the street, people are wearing more fitted suits and venturing out with nontraditional patterns (like plaid) to emulate that.” And with so many affordable menswear collections bringing a greater focus of this into their details (think

The White Collar Shirt: Untucked and disheveled. Avoid the prudish connotation of the whitecollar staple by roughing it up a bit. Worn with a pair of fitted jeans and fly kicks (such as this pair of red-hot sneakers by Common Project), a whitecollar shirt will make you look street smart and fresh. Adding a striped tie to the mix and pushing up those sleeves will make girls around you wonder what naughty business you’ve been up to. Always keep them guessing, it adds to your allure.

Shirt: Colour block button down shirt, Tim Coppens. RMB 2,580. Jeans: Weird Guy raspberry scratch ‘n’ sniff jeans, Naked and Famous. RMB 1,380. Shoes: Vintage high shoes, Common Projects. RMB 3,380. Tie: Classic stripe tie, Native Son. RMB 980. Waistcoat: Grosvenor waistcoat, Rag & Bone. RMB 2,180.

H&M, Zara and Uniqlo), looking Mad Men sharp has become more accessible for the gentlemen of Shanghai. “It’s the confidence factor that exudes from the character,” says Kao, explaining the popularity of the look. Mad Men outfits consistently strip away superfluous material in order to reveal the man in his truest form. Collars are narrower (kept at an inch and a half), shirts are trimmer (most are slim cuts) and ties are skinnier (less than two inches wide) to draw more attention to body shape. If you want the look, live by the mantra: less is more. Bringing out a more polished ‘you’ will make you more confident in your skin, whether you are an advertisement maven or an English teacher. However, channeling the Don Draper within you without being too literal can be a tricky task— that’s where Talk Magazine comes in. Follow the advice below for tips on using the 1960s couture to get the look for 2012.

The Accessories: A balancing act.

If there is one thing you need to learn from the Mad Men style, it’s how to accessorize. The decadence of the 1960s is a prime example of how small details make a strong impression. With the recent rise of bold, block colours, it’s become easier to experiment with eyepopping bits and pieces such as rainbow-mirrored sunnies, pastel ties and bowties and floral pocket squares. Experiment with retro, or basic shapes for sunglasses that sit on your cheekbones without making your head look too big. For ties, pick a bold, one colour tie (you really can’t fail when colour-blocking) if incorporating patterns confuses you. Never wear a bow tie that is too big, and when it comes to watches, a slightly oversized one in a Shirt: Cincinnati combo pattern neutral colour (such shirt, Gilbert & Lewis. RMB 1,550. as brown) is key to Shorts: Pink-dyed rigid linen denim completing the look. shorts, THVM. RMB 780. Be careful not to Sunglasses: Basic shape crystal over-do it because it sunglasses, SUPER. RMB 1,880. may end up working Blazer: Ben shirt linen blazer, against you. If in ThreeSociety. RMB 695. doubt, a friend’s Tie: Purple skinny tie, Steven Alan. perspective can steer RMB 550. you in the right Watch: 300 Series watch, Uniform direction. Wares RMB 5,150.

Model: Kevin Zhang. All outfits provided by Project Aegis | Shanghai. 777 Julu Lu, near Fumin Lu. Tel: 5403 9869, Web: www.projectaegis.com June12 TalkMagazine

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Melissa K Trias

In this month’s instalment of summer preparation, Talk Magazine’s style editor sought out where to go to get that sun-kissed bronze look.

Where: One stop beauty session for those looking for beautiful, brown skin Where: Bronze Bodies, Bldg 209A, Infinity Plaza, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Pu’an Lu. Tel: 6335 3091 How Much: RMB 100 for the tanning session, RMB 200 for the collagen station, RMB 78 for the manicure Done right, a flawless bronze tan can only be described as the epitome of sex-appeal (think Rihanna, Brooklyn Decker, Kim Kardashian), and coco-brown skin alone conjures up tongue-in-cheek images of nude beaches somewhere off the Brazilian coast. With the sun’s rays now at their peak, the safest way to achieve a natural, even looking tan – especially if you have a hectic schedule - is undoubtedly to visit a tanning salon. And so Talk Magazine’s style editor searched for the next best thing to achieving that

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just-back-from-Brazil look this side of the Orient and found it at Bronze Bodies—complete with tropical tunes, a futuristic collagen station and a super convenient nail studio. It may not have been a Brazilian nude beach, but it was far from disappointing. Bronze Bodies offers the latest technology in tanning beds that deliver a better ratio of UVA and UVB rays, resulting in healthy exposure for the skin. It boasts that a healthy tan formed through regular tanning sessions can actually benefit in giving you a sun protection factor between four and eight. Before I began my own session, I was informed by Keanu Law, the owner of Bronze Bodies, that clients need no more than fifteen minutes of tanning in the sunbed to achieve that sun-kissed look, making it great for girls on the go. This is followed by an optional ten minutes in the collagen-light therapy station to promote the reformation of collagen in the skin, which is great because more collagen often means less wrinkles. I swiftly entered my own private tanning room, covered myself from head to toe in the recommended tanning lotion (Bronze Bodies sells only Australian Gold brand, a leading company in providing suncare solutions) and donned the protective eyewear. Once in the bed, all I had to do was press a button to start my treatment (no confusing part there) and soon I was listening to Caribbean-esque music as UV rays beamed

on me in a blindingly bright hue. Ten minutes was all that was required, so I was in and out in no time. The collagen light therapy station was an equally exciting experience. Standing upright on the reflective platform, I stepped on the start button and firmly gripped the handles. As the platform vibrated at an intense speed, a familiar set of Caribbean-esque songs began to play from the overhead speakers. As we all experiment with oddities in the name of beauty, this was no exception, and I had to laugh at how awkward I felt. The last part of my visit was to the nail studio, in which I received an awesome manicure in the prettiest of baby-blues. I was greatly impressed by how quickly my manicurist was able to primp and polish my nails. Even after a week, the job still looks good! My visit to Bronze Bodies was definitely worthwhile. Without having to sacrifice my whole day, I was able to obtain an alluring tan and also gain a magnificent manicure! Not only were the services excellent, but the staff were extremely warm and inviting. In my opinion, for a place as concrete as Shanghai, finding a warm refuge is a godsend—especially if it leaves you glowing.

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HEALTH TALK

Nurse Mary

Water: How Much Should You Be Drinking? Mary A Drobnak RN, BSN, MSN Ed

Every month, Nurse Mary offers her advice on how you can do your best to maintain a healthy lifestyle. We hear so much about how vital water is to our everyday lives, but is it really that important we get our eight glasses a day? What I would really just say is “Absolutely!” Water is so important to our overall health, more than you may think you know. Water plays a role in virtually every function of the human body. Considering our bodies are made up of 60-70% water, water losses from urine, stool, perspiration, and respiration (breathing!) need to be replenished daily for our bodies to function optimally. It is a major component of the tissues

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and cells of the body and scientists surmise water makes up approximately 80% of our brain, 83% of our blood, 79% of our lungs and 76% of our muscles. Simply put, every system in our bodies depends on water! Water flushes toxins out of our vital organs (such as the kidneys and liver), carries nutrients to our cells, cushions and lubricates our joints and muscles, provides moisture for our eyes, ears, nose and throat, and even regulates our body temperature. Without water, the human body will survive only a few days before experiencing physical and mental signs and symptoms that can be detrimental to our health. No other nutrient deficiency has such profound effects! If we are healthy, it is because water helps us to stay that way. However, loss of water without replacement can lead to dehydration. Even mild dehydration can lead to adverse health consequences. Some symptoms of mild dehydration are headaches, dizziness, fatigue, loss of concentration and short term memory, weakness, muscle cramps, heart palpitations, and decreased urine output.

So the question remains, how much water do we really need?

Many of us do not make the connection that something as simple as water might alleviate (and prevent) a headache! But it’s true; the first thing you should think when experiencing any of the aforementioned signs or symptoms is “did I drink enough water today?” More severe dehydration can contribute to a number of health problems such as constipation and kidney stones. Our smart bodies try to alert us when we start to get dehydrated through telling signs such as our having a dry mouth, feeling hot, having concentrated urine that is dark yellow, and dizziness or lightheadedness, all of which indicate we need to increase our water intake! So pay attention! Some other benefits water provides are that it helps keep our skin healthy, glowing and can also aid in the reduction of wrinkling! Additionally, flushing our intestines with plenty of water allows us to maintain stable and safe quantities of yeast and bacteria. Water keeps our thought processes and brain function at optimal levels! It also makes us feel full, so before you grab an unhealthy food choice, swig a glass of water to curb your appetite or drink a glass before a meal so you don’t eat as much! It really is pretty amazing what that one little glass of water can do! It’s important to remember that we also obtain water from a variety of the foods and drinks we consume daily. Many foods such as fruits and vegetables that are primarily made up of water add to our water intake requirements. Although not as good as water - coffee, tea, juices, milk and even soda count in adding to our daily water intake. But for those of you wondering if alcohol can be counted, the answer is NO. Alcohol blocks the reabsorption of water and further dehydrates, much more so than the small amounts of caffeine found in soda and coffee.

I am sure many of you may have heard of the 8x8 rule over the years in which health gurus proclaim that our water intake per day be approximately eight glasses filled with at least eight ounces of water a day. This was derived from calculating basic daily fluid loss and an equation that approximated that 64oz of water was required to replace the average person’s fluid loss. Fact is our water needs vary based on age, weight, activity level, diet, and even the climate or environment you are exposed to everyday. Illness, certain health conditions, and pregnancy can also affect our water intake needs. Children require more fluids and can become dehydrated faster, so mums out there, make sure your kids are getting enough water, especially in the hotter months of spring and summer when they will lose many fluids through sweat and increased outdoor activities! When kids tell you they are tired, feel nauseous or ill and it feels like they have a fever, think dehydration first and hand them over a water bottle! As for adults, be careful when you exercise; your body will experience a greater fluid loss so remember to replace those fluids with water before, during, and after increased activities! It’s important to add that we will all be experiencing hotter weather in the coming months, so get in the habit of carrying a water bottle with you everywhere! We often don’t realise just how much fluid loss we experience in the warmer weather. Bottom line, water is good for you! It’s rare or based on a health condition that one would suffer from “drinking too much” water. The 8 glasses filled with 8oz of water a day is a pretty good rule of thumb! Remember, you need more fluids when you lose more fluids! So keep your body healthy this summer and make it a habit to carry a water bottle with you at all times! And if you think water is boring? Then add some lemon, mint, oranges or strawberries, which are in season now, to make it more tasty and fun to drink! The benefits are enormous! Send Nurse Mary your health questions and concerns at nursemary.talk@gmail.com

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Spa Reviews Willow Stream – A Fairmont Spa Kerry Allen

What: Signature Experience: Mystic Peace (90 min) Where: Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. Tel: 6321 6888 Why: You want to step out of time for a while

How much: RMB 1,180 + 15% service charge Hidden down the winding corridors of the centrally located Fairmont Peace Hotel, a luxury five star with a distinct 1920s/30s

feel to it, the Willow Stream spa proves a worthy find, a hidden haven, transporting its visitors to a place almost outside of time itself. On arriving at the spa, you can exchange your clothes for a fluffy dressing gown and slippers and unwind at your leisure before beginning your treatment, either in the quiet room with a cup of herbal tea and a magazine, or in one of the spacious rain showers with delectably fruity shampoos and shower gels to enrich your senses. I’d already released some of my tension by taking advantage of both of these options before beginning my signature experience, which took place in a cosy

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low-lit room with soft, melodic music. My masseuse, Helen, lead me to my treatment bed, and after I climbed under the cotton sheets, she began my treatment, using a sunflower scented oil from Kerstin Florian, peeling back the sheets and gently but expertly kneading knots from my body, one area at a time. From the warmth and cosiness of my bed, I was completely at peace and it was desperately hard not to drift into infinity. My ninety minute massage was as good as they get, and passed by so quickly I was reluctant to leave, instead leisurely enjoying the peace and tranquillity of Shanghai’s best kept secret, Willow Stream.

Green Massage Melissa K Trias

What: Signature Green Bliss (100 min) Where: Green Massage, Shanghai Centre, West Tower, Rm 202. 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Tongren Lu. Tel: 6289 7776, Web: www.greenmassage.com.cn Why: Acupressure renewal promises to calm your qi and stimulate your battered body. How Much: RMB 580 If you’re in need of a temporary detox from the turbulence of fast-paced Shanghai living, there’s perhaps no better place to go than Green Massage. With six different locations across the city, Green Massage has gained acclaim for its traditional oriental acupressure therapies that are designed to tame your inner fire and relax your mind. My treatment, the Signature Green Bliss therapy, left me feeling like every stroke made on my body helped to improve my mental clarity and emotional stamina. It was as if I had walked in feeling like a distraught slab of clay, all knotted and clumpy around the edges, only to walk out

feeling like the statue of David— strong, upright and ready to take on the world. My treatment began with a foot scrub and massage to work out the kinks from my stroll around the city. As my masseuse worked her magic, my sense of smell was refreshingly piqued by the scent of the aromatherapy oil that wafted through the air, making the room more alluring and serene. The full body massage targeted points of fatigue and stiffness; from my head to my toes, I felt an exhilarating sensation with every release of pent-up energy, clearly my body was not in the best of states. Amazingly, as the massage progressed, I began to feel dormant areas of my mind being reawakened, thus making me ready and willing to take on my day’s responsibilities with a newfound determination. As my one hundred minutes of bliss came to a close, I slowly got up and returned to reality. No amount of tasks could ruin my mood, and I drifted around feeling a calm aura of serenity surrounding me for the rest of the day.

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ART TALK

All That Glitters... Casey Hall

Pretty things galore will be on show at MoCA Shanghai this month, with a brand new retrospective from famous Parisian jewellery house, Van Cleef & Arpels, exhibiting more than a century of the jewellery maison’s greatest blinging bauble hits.

his new exhibition, entitled ‘Timeless Beauty’, is obviously designed to use Van Cleef & Arpels’ considerable heritage and high-end European pedigree in order to introduce the brand to a whole new generation of jewellery consumers in the Middle Kingdom. But even for those of us mere mortals for whom a luxurious Van Cleef & Arpels purchase is unlikely to feature in our future, it’s a great opportunity to get up close and personal with 370 of Van Cleef & Arpels’ most important jewels, watches and accessories, brought together from private collections in France and around the world. The jewellery house will be collaborating with Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku, from the Jouin Manku design agency, who were both charged with creating the scenography for the exhibition. They describe what they have done with the 1,200 square metre, two-floor interior space at MoCA Shanghai as “dreamlike”, and said their aim was to reflect the magic and creativity Van Cleef & Arpels are known for in their jewellery designs in an interior design. “In order to create a sensual and mysterious installation, we have used various types of illusions,” Jouin said. “Sometimes you think you see a butterfly, but it may be a bird or just a shadow in reality. You may come up close to the jewels and have them suddenly disappear.” The results are rather breathtaking, with the exhibited pieces encased

in giant, transparent drops, so that they appear suspended in the air. Although the separation is subtle, it is also possible to discern the exhibits moving through the show’s four subcategories: Exoticism, Nature, Femininity and Elegance. The progression feels smooth, but each section has a distinct feel that coincides with its inspiration. For Sinophiles, the Exoticism section is sure to hold plenty of interest, with many of the pieces indicative of the Chinoiserie that swept through the fashionable end of Europe in the early part of the 20th century. Indicative of this trend are pieces such as the ‘Dragon Vanity Case’ (pictured), originally made in 1923 and quintessentially art deco in form (reflecting the period in which it was made). Featuring a contrasting red and black colourscheme, and using enamel for a lacquer-like finish, it’s easy to imagine a qipao-clad Shanghainese society lady of the ‘20s carting her lipstick and powder to a night out on the Bund in this little beauty. The ruby and diamond-encrusted ‘Chrysanthemum Clip’, (pictured) from 1937 also reflects the ways in which China

proved inspirational for Van Cleef & Arpels’ master jewellers in the first half of the 20th century. China’s chrysanthemum mythology is dripping with stories and symbolism. Also known as the “Autumn Flower”, chrysanthemums were believed to have life-giving properties because of their ability to grow and bloom in comparably cold climates. Another major draw of the Timeless Beauty exhibition is the link between the Van Cleef & Arpels’ brand and some of the last century’s more beautiful icons of femininity, including Elizabeth Taylor, Ava Gardner, and, of course, HRH Princess Grace of Monaco, whose tiara (worn on the occasion of her daughter’s wedding) is also on show at Shanghai MoCA (pictured). Van Cleef & Arpels not only created the set of jewels presented to Grace Kelly when she became engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, they would also become the “Official supplier to the principality of Monaco”. It was the start of what proved to be an eye-catching relationship between one of the world’s most feted princesses and one of the premier jewellers of Europe. This particular diadem being exhibited at MoCA Shanghai features 144 diamonds weighing in at more than 77 carats. According to Jouin, the opportunity to take inspiration from Van Cleef & Arpels’ archive of creativity and iconography is a dream come true for a designer. It is this legacy which has not only inspired the scenography, but will, Jouin believes, also have an impact on anyone who comes along to MoCA to experience it first-hand. “These jewels and objets d’arts have been influenced by artistic movements, exotic cultures and icons,” he said. “All combine imagination and elegance and there are some that carry a special aura because they are linked to the very special women who inspired their creation, wore them, or owned them.” Van Cleef & Arpels: Timeless Beauty will run at MoCA Shanghai until 15 July. MoCA Shanghai. 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Huangpi Bei Lu. Tel: 6320 9900, Web: www.mocashanghai.org

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The Golden Age of Chinese Cinema Nick Korjov

In 1930s Hollywood, cultural icon Humphrey Bogart was only rising while Shanghainese actress Zhou Xuan had already become an internationally acclaimed performer. She and the world of Chinese cinema she lived in, with its emphasis on class struggle and ordinary people’s lives, has made a lasting contribution not only on Chinese culture, but on generations of film directors throughout the world.

lmost every venue at Yu Garden, Shanghai’s famed tourist attraction, has a vintage poster of a young, beautiful Chinese woman wearing a qipao. She smiles with seductive eyes and curly, pinned-back hair. This image is familiar to anyone who has visited the place at least once, equally as iconic as the site’s famed Bridge of Nine Turns. But not everyone knows who this is a picture of, that this is a picture of the famed Chinese actress and singer Zhou Xuan, one of the seven muses of Chinese cinema in the 1930s. Born around 1920 with the given name Su Pu, Zhou never knew her biological parents, something that haunted her throughout her life. Still, she came to be adopted by a family surnamed Zhou, taking this surname as her own. In the early 30s Zhou acted, sang and danced in a Shanghai dance troupe called the Bright Moonlight Song and Dance Troupe which made her a local celebrity. But it was her role as a singing street girl in Street Angel (1937) that made Zhou a star and an admired singer in China and throughout the world. And while Zhou’s star profile continued to shine brightly throughout the 1940s and 50s, her private life was shrouded in darkness. Plagued by mental illness and broken relationships, Zhou found herself in and out of mental asylums until her untimely death in 1957. It’s an archetype all too familiar in the world of film today – the troubled actress with the uncanny ability to appeal to our deepest humanity; for better

or for worse, Zhou was a pioneer, one of the first of her kind. Indeed, one could make the comparison that in the pantheon of world class film stars, Zhou Xuan is to China what Marilyn Monroe is to the US.

iu Debao loves history and film; his warehouse and studio Shanghai Old Newspaper and Film Private Library in Putuo District full of rusty metal boxes overflowing with films is testament enough. “My parents loved culture, art and films, especially my mother. They were very bookish and their influence on me was really great. I still remember the first time we

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went to the cinema. One of the first films I saw with them was Sun Wukong. Gradually, [films] became my passion. I started collecting them.” When speaking about China’s golden age of film, Zhou Xuan is one of the first names on his lips. “Zhou Xuan and Zhao Dan [Zhou Xuan's partner in Street Angel] are definitely my favourite actors from the 1930s. The characters they created are so remarkable and vivid.” Further, Liu says that he is particularly fond of these old movies because they are “outstanding”, and watching a few with him, it’s easy to understand why. These black and white films have an incredible magnetism, displaying the lives of ordinary people with comedy and wit, as well as genuine pathos, something absent in many of today’s Hollywood-style blockbusters. The Old Film Café, an old three-storey building located on Duolun Lu in Hongkou District, offers a wide range of films from the 1930s and 1940s. At the entrance there's a statue, reminiscent of Charlie Chaplin, but

you can't quite be sure it's him. It appears more like a shadow from the past. Inside the café, this previous world begins to take shape more fully. Typewriters with missing keys, old-fashioned phones, books and antique lamps fill the surroundings. Black and white photos of Chinese and Western film stars decorate every wall. Foreigners and locals alike find themselves sipping coffee or tea in front of the screens on which old films are projected. Here, you’re apt to see the enchanting figure of Zhou Xuan moving before you. Of course, Zhou Xuan is just one of many stars from China’s golden age of film that continue to delight and inspire. Zhao, manager at the Old Film Café is an aficionado of Chinese cinema, but she prefers Hu Die to Zhou Xuan. Hu Die, ‘The Butterfly’, was another outstanding performer of the time, achieving stardom after the release of Twin Sisters (1934), directed by Zheng Zhengqiu, one of the founding fathers of Chinese cinema. And while the golden days of Chinese cinema and Zhou Xuan are long gone, its influence continues to be felt in contemporary Chinese cinema. The same approaches to filmmaking that appeared in 1930s China resonate with modern directors like Jia Zhangke (The World, Still Life, 24 City) and Chen Kaige (Farewell My Concubine). And as winners of numerous accolades internationally, it’s clear that the spirit of Zhou Xuan has been embraced by the rest of the world in the 21st century as well. Liu Debao welcomes visitors to see his collection at his studio. 8am – 8pm daily. Shanghai Old Newspaper and Film Private Library. 285 Caoyang Lu, near Ningxia Lu, 6244 3700 (Mandarin only) Old Film Café. 10am – 1am. 123 Duolun Lu, by Sichuan Bei Lu, 5696 4763 June12 TalkMagazine

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Local Talk: Wuding Lu Nick Korjov

North Jing’an District often only gets a sparing mention, which is a shame because there’s plenty to see and do here. And Wuding Lu, which can be easily reached by taking line seven to Changde Lu, or walking north of line two’s West Nanjing Lu station, is host to an array of interesting venues. Here is our pick of the best…

1 Paws n Claws Spa &

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Paws n Claws is not only a charming pet grooming salon, where certified specialists lovingly take care of your pet (full service bath – RMB 58 upwards; full service groom – RMB 160 upwards), but also a pet hotel, complete with an indoor playground with running machines. One night stay for a dog is RMB 60 and for a cat RMB 80. You can also buy clothes, food and snacks, primarily imported from the US, Europe and Japan.

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Ahoy there me hearties, have you heard of Bounty? It’s a cosy little drinking vessel, warmly decorated with wooden barrel seats and a haven for all you rum connoisseurs and wannabe pirates out there. It’s Happy Hour from 6 – 9pm, and their Old Fashioned cocktails with three year old French Clement rum (RMB 88) and cinnamon infused shots (RMB 40) are out of this world! Our survey says: yaaaaaaarrrrr!

980 Wuding Lu, near Jiaozhou Lu. Tel: 3209 9057

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Kosher Market only opened last September and is the best place in central Shanghai to find authentic Matza (RMB 25), black olives (RMB 30) and chocolate chips (RMB 35) imported from Israel. There are other kosher shops in Pudong and Hongqiao, but what makes the Wuding Lu Kosher Market particularly great aside its excellent prices for imported food is its wide range of takeaway sandwiches and meals.

Looking to update your summer wardrobe, but no idea where to start? This private boutique studio offers a personal stylist service “unique” to Shanghai. With two floors of designer clothing and a wide range of accessories for men and women, as well as a cozy café on the first floor, RuRu studio is a nice day out for you and your bestie. Homemade pizzas (RMB 40) and brownies (RMB 38) make for a pleasant lunch, and they’ll even make you a cappuccino with your name on it, to signify a personal experience. By appointment only. 873 Wuding Lu, near Jiaozhou Lu. Tel: 6211 5093. Web: www.rurustudio.com.cn

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Youth Talk: Leadership Karyn Chan, YCIS Shanghai

YCIS’s Student Council Co-President talks about what she has learnt about leadership in her role at the school. “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” - John Quincy Being a successful leader is not about telling others what to do, but about being able to make others believe in what you believe, and being able to inspire them to work together with you to make something even better than what you imagine it to be. This is something that is very important in a leadership position, and is something that I have relied on in leading the

Secondary Student Council at YCIS. I have been Co-President for two years now, and I have noticed a big difference in myself between the way I approached my role last year and this year. Last year was my first year, and I was just delving into the concept of leadership and learning more about what it takes to be a good leader. Being a leader is very rewarding but it also has its challenges. One of the biggest challenges I have had is in trying to please the entire school community. When organising school events, we have to make sure that the students

are happy so that we will get a good turnout, but also we need to take into consideration what is appropriate for the school. This year, the Student Council has been planning more than ever because of the recent addition of a monthly event, the ‘Friday Fun Night’, which is a fun social gathering, held at the school. The greatest joy I get in being a leader is the

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experience; I learn new things everyday, and every time I overcome a difficulty, I shape my character even more. Building upon my experience of organising the ‘Friday Fun Night’, I am trying to take more risks, because I believe that challenging myself is the only way that I will be able to improve. This mindset has done me a lot of good as the Student Council, we have not only gotten better turnout to events but have also been able to raise more money for the two charities that our school supports: Heart to Heart and Seeds of Hope. For students that aspire to be a leader, the best advice I have for them is to challenge themselves, to never give up, and to always be a good listener. As with life, leadership comes with its difficulties, but it is all worth it in the end. Through serving your community, you are able to gain many skills that will benefit you in so many ways in the future. My experience as Student Council Co-President has been valuable and I have truly enjoyed it.

Young Achiever: Graduation! Steph Buckingham

With exams finally out of the way, Shanghai students are breathing a collective sigh of relief and starting to get psyched about the summer, making plans with their friends and family, returning to their home countries or going on long summer vacations. But for some students, there’s a whole new journey in store altogether…

t was a long time since I was a student at high school, but I remember the range of emotions I was going through then as vividly as if it were yesterday. The collective dread and anticipation of my exam results that would seal my fate as to which university I would go to, and what major I would be doing, laying out my path in the world as it were, towards adulthood. And mingled with these emotions, yet another much rawer emotion of sadness, that seven years of my life with my closest peers was coming to an end, with many of us going off to pursue our various degree courses at opposite ends of the country. And so I can appreciate what an emotional time it was for students at Concordia International School last month, when on 19 May, 70 of its brightest students graduated, and celebrated the closing of one story - their youthful adventures at Concordia - and the opening of another, with all the excitement of the unknown just over the horizon. And these school achievers are flying the nest even further, with many going on to pursue higher education opportunities at universities outside of China. Talk Magazine sat down with five of these brilliant students, who have excelled in different fields and asked them about looking backwards while moving forwards, reflecting on their school experiences and how this will help them in their aims for the future. Name: Kevin Cheng Accepted: Northwestern University, Illinois (USA) Kevin played an active role in many of Concordia’s extracurricular activities, excelling in forensics (speech/debate competition) and taking part in the school’s model United Nations, as well as assisting in production at the school TV station. It is therefore no surprise that he has keen interests in choosing a major which enables him to use his charisma and exert his extroversion. “I am planning on majoring in Political Science and potentially [doing a duel honours] with another related subject. This is a field that I have been interested in and passionate about my entire life, and the courses that I loved and excelled in the most were Social Sciences/History and English. Many of the courses I took stimulated me to have increasingly deep interest in this path. “I have also grown deeply attached to my extracurricular activities at Concordia, and I will continue to pursue speech, debate, and related activities in university and beyond.”

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Name: Edward Park Accepted: University of Chicago, Illinois (USA) Edward has opted to study a course that will enable him to have flexibility across his future job prospects. “Economics is an incredibly versatile major that is applicable to almost anything. I have fallen in love with and decided to major in it in college.” When asked what influenced his decision, he replies, “It's hard to say one specific class or club has led me to choose this path. It's more about the holistic program that Concordia has provided for me to learn about myself and what path I want to take.” Edward recognises that his attendance at Concordia has enabled him to gain a cultural awareness that will help him in his path. Despite the diverse background of his peers, he argues, “Concordia is such a tight knit community,” and adds that school excursions have also been influential in broadening his scope of thought. “The [school’s service] interim trips have opened my eyes to the lives of those less privileged and put a weight of responsibility on my shoulders to carry and alleviate for the rest of my life.”

Name: Angelle Ng Accepted: Cornell University, New York (USA) Angelle is very excited about her opportunity to study at prestigious Ivy League school Cornell. “My major will be hotel management. While my focus will be learning about business management in the hotel industry, I also look forward to taking classes at the other colleges.” But she admits that her knowledge of hotel management was until only recently, pretty limited. “I discovered hotel management only a couple of years ago. Still, my love of travelling and of everyday interactions with classmates of different backgrounds [meant that] hotel management was a choice that came naturally.” The diversity of her education meant that she was able to gain a broader scope into what she wanted to do with her life. “From the Student Ambassadors program to the foreign language program, I was given opportunities to develop leadership, effective communication, global awareness, etc., all of which are essential to the hotel industry.” While she is excited about her next big step in the world, she is notably sad about moving on. “All students look forward to graduation, but it is only when graduation approaches, usually faster than we realise, that we recognise what we are leaving behind.”

Name: Louise Atadja Attending: William and Mary, Virginia (USA) Louise has decided that she would like to major in a medical field, either in kinesiology (the study of human movement) or in biological science. “I [was taking an] anatomy and physiology class which I enjoy[ed] because of the depth we go into about the human body.” A keen athlete, Louise also adds that the time she spends with her physical trainer has helped mould her interest in this field. “Steph [my trainer] points and explains which muscle or area hurts; my interactions with her also attracted me to science.” She sees this to have been influential in helping her to adapt as an expatriate kid to Shanghai as a whole. “The care that the teachers have [here] for the students, that doesn’t stop in the classroom. Most teachers when I'm injured will give me advice for running, and tell me about their own experiences. This has been very valuable because I feel that I have built personal relationships with many of them. “I know that I'll miss the feeling that people give you here. The community at Concordia is very strong; we all support each other in our experiences whatever our backgrounds may be.”

Name: Alexx Lee Attending: Johns Hopkins University, Maryland (USA)

Alexx has big aims for the future, and has chosen to pursue a degree in International Studies to broaden her understanding of the world, and its varying cultures, policies and social structures with a view towards working abroad. “Classes, especially writing and history, have helped me discover my passion for global studies and international relations,” she says. “It’s my dream to someday run my own NGO. I’m also considering double majoring in entrepreneurial studies in order to further prepare me for my dreams.” She recognises that this is no easy feat. “Academically, Concordia is very rigorous and has high expectations. There are definitely times where it seems like too much, but in the end it’s kept me focused and made me a better student.” And this has been fully influential in her decision for what to do next. “My experience at Concordia has almost entirely shaped my future path but the one aspect that has shaped me the most is the focus on service here. It is because of these experiences that I now want to spend my life helping people.”

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Kid’s Quiz Woohoo! The summer holidays are here at long last! Can you find the top 15 travel destinations for 2012 in this month’s wordsearch?

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Summer Camp! Mandarin Oriental, Sanya hosts popular MO Kid’s Summer Camp for Third Consecutive Year

Sessions run from 25 June – 19 August. RMB 4,900 upwards. JZ School. Tel: 5403 6475, Web: www.jz-school.com

Education News Dulwich Students Excel During 2012 China National Fencing Tournament

The MO Sanya will host its popular summer camp for children aged 4 to 12 from 1 July until 31 August. This year, each day of the week will have its own unique themed activities including ‘Shipwrecked’, a pirate themed day involving kayaking and snorkelling, treasure hunts and raft building, and ‘Mix, Stir & Swirl’, a food theme day with fun cooking classes and games. MO Kid’s Summer Camp promotion including Mandarin Oriental hotel stay RMB 1,899 upwards. Mandarin Oriental Sanya. Tel: (898) 8820 9999, mosan-reservations@mohg.com

JZ Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre Camp is designed for mixed age groups who have a passion for drama. Budding performers will have the chance to shine on the stage at the end of the two weeks in a musical theatre production. Campers will be singing, dancing, acting, scriptwriting and designing and constructing props and accessories.

SEIPS Summer Camp

The Sino European International Preschool and Kindergarten offers classes throughout those summer months for kids and toddlers. Half day (8.30 – 11.30am) and full- day (8.30am - 3pm) classes are available. Sessions run from 25 June – 17 August. RMB 2,124 upwards. Tel: 5045 8668, Web: www.seips-china.com

Active Kidz Summer Camp

Active Kidz and Community Center Shanghai combine cultural and arts activities with physical exercise and sports. Suitable for kids 4 - 10 years old, this camp includes activities such as soccer, tennis, pizza making, swimming and various fun games. Sessions run from 18 June – 17 August. RMB 2,300 per week. Tel: 6406 6757, Web: www. activekidz.org

A Dulwich Wedding

Congratulations to Scoff and Leah Tan, teachers at the DUCKS Campus of Dulwich College Shanghai, who were married in a wonderful and emotional ceremony on 27 April 2012.

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Bright Young Stars

The Bright Young Stars summer program brings the magic of performing arts to little learners between the ages of three and five. The camp explores a performing arts skill focus each week with minor performing arts activities drawn from the areas of music, dance and movement, art and craft and musical story telling. Sessions run from 25 June – 17 August. RMB 1,800 per week. JZ School. Tel: 5403 6475, Web: www.jz-school.com

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1 June Harvard Krokodiloes at Dulwich

676 fencers from nine different countries participated in this national level tournament with some truly remarkable achievements, including Leslie Kim taking a gold medal in the Children A (nine years and younger) foil event.

Foundation Ceremony Launches the First BP International Education Park in Beijing

A unique opportunity for students to mix with current Harvard students and enjoy an outstanding evening of a cappella music. Tickets can be purchased from the college reception or you can RSVP by e-mail.

RMB 50 upwards. Dulwich College Shanghai. www.dulwich-shanghai.cn, tickets@dulwichshanghai.cn

13 June Bumps & Babes Talk: What Is In That Baby Formula?

For expecting parents, this informative talk offers advice on understanding the production of baby formula, which brands are reputable and what you need to be aware of when deciding which to give your baby.

RMB 100. Melange Oasis. www.bumpsbabes. com, info@bumpsbabes.com

A ceremony was held to celebrate the construction of the first BP International Education Park (IEP) in China. The education park will combine international education with creative modern living: Yew Chung International School will admit foreign students, Yew Wah International Education School will admit domestic students, and the Scholars International Conference Centre will offer public and social spaces for educational and cultural interchanges.

20 June Bumps & Babes Talk: Protecting Your Baby in The Summer Heat

Shanghai summers are hot and sticky. How do you stop your child from overheating? Dr Xiaokun Montez from Shanghai United Family will answer these questions and more to help keep your baby safe this summer.

10am – 12pm. RMB 100 includes breakfast. Kerry Parkside Hotel, Pudong. www. bumpsbabes.com, info@bumpsbabes.com

Nurturing Students for University Why nurturing well rounded students makes for success in university applications and beyond.

IB examinations. Standardized test results. Grades. For secondary school students, getting into university is a numbers game, an endless round of enrichment courses, tutoring and studying, all in the pursuit of the perfect score – or at least the score that will make the cutoff. With college acceptance percentages at top schools in the single digits, it’s easy to understand obsessive studying. The reality, however, is that while students do need good grades and scores, they don’t need to be perfect. Rather, what they need is something that makes them stand out in that pile of applications: a passion. With good grades and scores a given at the top schools, “the primary non-academic factor that allowed my application to stand out was my community service endeavors,” says Stanford University freshman Natasha Weaser, a 2011 graduate of Yew Chung International School of Shanghai (YCIS Shanghai). Natasha volunteered with Heart to Heart for five years, spent Saturdays teaching English to migrant children, and when she was selected to be a Beijing Olympics torchbearer, she turned it into a sponsorship run, raising enough money for three heart operations for children in need.

“It is definitely better to pursue a few passions than to join a myriad of clubs,” she adds. Natasha’s view is supported by the findings in SAT Perfect Score: 7 Secrets to Raise Your Score, which interviewed students with perfect SAT scores. The research showed that these top scoring students all have a interest for something – from music to sports to computers – and that academics are not their whole world. According to the study, these passions allow students to stretch their intelligence beyond the world of academics, and give them a strong sense of identity and self-esteem. While students that have drive will stand out no matter where they study, it nevertheless helps to study in an environment that supports a well-rounded education. Placing an even emphasis on extracurricular activities and strong academics develops students who perform well across a range of subjects and actively get involved in activities that will enrich their interests. Combine that environment with a school philosophy that encourages global thinking, and students like

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Weaser end up with an edge when it comes to presenting their interests and talents in college applications. In other words, Natasha’s experience in developing her passion is part and parcel of the YCIS experience, equipping her to be competitive in life – and in the college process. But what about UK universities, which generally only focus on academic results? Should students intending to study in the UK focus on academics to the exclusion of other pursuits? Kai Braubeck, a YCIS Shanghai student who has been accepted to the University of Oxford for medicine, notes that in his interview with Oxford, he was able to demonstrate through extracurricular activities why medicine was the right fit for him. Kai explains that he was deciding between research and medicine, and “felt that medicine had a social aspect to it that I would miss if I was just sitting in a lab. I like engaging with people

from all walks of life.” He was able to highlight this to his interviewers by talking about his participation in a student-run play to fundraise for the Home Sweet Home charity, a studentdriven initative that arose at YCIS Shanghai. Kai adds that while extracurriculars may not figure prominently in UK applications, passion still does: “the top schools want to see the passion you have for the subject you want to pursue… make sure you show this [in your statement], because that 4000 character statement is the only piece of information the admissions staff have to go on, besides your grades.” There’s another reason to pursue passions outside of academics, a very compelling one. It’s very easy for students (and parents) to forget that college is only the beginning of the journey. In an interview with Johns Hopkins Magazine, Sam Palmistano, chairman of the board of IBM, makes the distinction between what colleges seek and what companies want: “College admissions want to get a diverse class with a lot of students who are different. And IBM wants a diverse individual, not a narrow individual in a diverse environment.” Nurturing fully rounded students may seem like an indulgence – precious time taken away from achieving those perfect numbers – yet the rewards of being a fully rounded student are manifold. Not only do these students have a strong sense of identity and self-esteem, but their passions make them more likely to be noticed by colleges – and more valuable to future employers. June12 TalkMagazine

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Your essential guide to all the top games in June

Sports Calendar

UEFA EURO 2012 GROUP A 8 JUNE

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POLAND vs GREECE RUSSIA vs CZECH REPUBLIC GREECE vs CZECH REPUBLIC POLAND vs RUSSIA CZECH REPUBLIC vs POLAND GREECE vs RUSSIA

It’s back, and this year hosted by Ukraine and Poland, with Spain (Group C) the bookies’ favourite to win.

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8 - 10 June Formula One: Canadian Grand Prix

The British McLaren team proved unstoppable, claiming the fastest lap time and winning driver in this year’s Australian Grand Prix, but will face fierce competition from Germany, who stormed both the recent Chinese and Bahrain heats.

27 June 2012 European Athletics Championships

The championships, held this year in Helsinki, will be the last opportunity for athletes to check they’re well and truly ready for next month’s big Olympic competition.

30 June 2012 Tour de France

25 June Wimbledon

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Visitors to the Regal International East Asia Hotel’s Azure Bar can catch daily live broadcasts of the cup. Azure Bar will be serving up football themed cocktails, draught Stella (RMB 60 + 15%), buy three get one free bottles (RMB 50 + 15%) and a snack buffet (RMB 100 + 15%).

Azure Bar at the Regal International East Asia Hotel. 5F, 516 Hengshan Lu, near Wuxing Lu. Tel: 6415 5588 x 2290, Web: www.regalhotel.com

Last year 25,000 bottles of champagne and 28,000 kg of strawberries were served with over 7,000 litres of fresh cream. Ladies and gentlemen, Wimbledon is here once again!

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This Jing’an favourite may be tucked away, but for those who know about it, it's a hidden haven. Packs out on Wednesday nights when they serve RMB 2 chicken wings, as well as a selection of bottle and draft beers from RMB 25. They’re also pretty knowledgeable about their wine (see page 41).

The Shed. 528 Kangding Lu, near Xikang Lu. Tel: 6288 1189, Web: www.shedsh.com

The Beaver

This year marks the 99th Tour de France. It will be made up of 20 stages and will cover a total distance of 3,479 kilometres with the addition of nine new stage towns.

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A nice, laid-back sports bar in the former French Concession with chilled draughts, a vast selection of bottled beers, and a range of cocktails, priced at RMB 40 upwards.

The Beaver. 28 Yueyang Lu, near Dongping Lu. Tel: 6474 3216, Web: www.beavershanghai.com

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You’re Doing It Wrong! Jon Robinson, BSc (Hons) Exercise Physiology

Why is it that so many people make such a dog’s dinner out of toning? Health and fitness expert Jon Robinson explains and offers advice on magnificating those muscles…

as idly freewheeling through the channels last night, trudging through TV travesties such as When Chihuahuas Attack! and Horror Hairdo’s Gone Bad! before giving up, turning to YouTube and watching a video of a girl falling through a manhole. Then I quickly came to my blunted senses! I don’t need this bloated bellyful of voyeurism and schadenfreude! People achieving more than they think they can, that’s what I want to watch. But let’s be honest, nobody’s perfect, and a lot of us get it wrong the first time, especially when it comes to exercising. Shooting yourself in the foot, while a completely idiomatic thing to do, is something we're all guilty of from time to time. Don't be too hard on yourself though, those smarter than me (and possibly you) balls it up at least once every now and again. Where I work, the majority of people are wasting their time and effort. Exercise is often to them a chore, and the raison d'être is results above all else. I take no pleasure in seeing [often vulnerable] people

braving it in the gym, desperate to make a change, but I can only offer advice if they approach me. And toning the arms is one area that I often see people making a real butchers of. What we know about ‘toning’ is that it’s a combination of muscle shape and relative absence of fat. Women tend to deposit fat on the rear arm (tricep) area, therefore it’s common to see many gym-goers attacking this area ferociously with weights. To work effectively, you need to ask yourself this: are you genetically predisposed to being topheavy in terms of body fat distribution? If the answer is yes, then cardio is the most effective means to see the results. Even guys, who have roughly five times more than women the necessary muscle building hormone, would be unlikely to build enough muscle to be visible underneath their body fat. For women of this body type, muscle building here simply won’t work and can even make you look bulkier/chubbier. Many people mistake the tight feeling in your muscles that follows exercise for

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muscle tone (it isn’t). If you are genetically predisposed to being ectomorphic (i.e. tall and thin, without curves) or pear-shaped, you can approach this differently, as you can see your muscles taking shape much easier. However, work smart and hit the biceps and chest/shoulders predominantly. While the triceps are much bigger than the biceps at the front, it’s the biceps that give the ‘look’, complemented by the chest and shoulder muscles. Big, aimless, bulky triceps might be ok on a guy, but don’t flatter women. Just look at Madonna. If she were to ease off on the tricep exercises, her arms would look shapelier, instead of just big. So which exercises work best? Simple. Dumbbell and barbell bicep curls and for the chest/shoulders, dumbbell presses at various inclines on the bench. The lower inclines hit the front of the chest and shoulder which gives definition at the front. Also, increase the incline to move the tension upward more toward the middle of the shoulder. You need to hit all these bases to ensure the muscles adapt uniformly, thus creating the desired ‘look’. By all means hit the triceps too but don’t make this your main focus. Most definitely

stay well clear of those evil tricep dips (which can cause chronic pain when you’re older; email me if you require info on this). Regular push ups and cable pushdowns work just fine. If results are what you want, acknowledge what your body type is, work smart, maximise your time and be proud to show off those toned arms this summer. Jon Robinson is the founder of webbased platform Makethisworkout. For in depth instructions on how to do these exercises properly, as well as other helpful tips on duration of exercise and routine guidance, check out his blog on www.makethisworkout.com

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CITY LIVING

TECH TALK

GADGETS& Tom Mangione

Flipping Out

That big clunky computer you’ve got at your office certainly isn’t made for grabbing emails on the go, but man, can it get the job done. Except when it can’t. Then… insanity ensues. Upgrading or replacing parts is a travail that brings all productivity to a screeching halt. The HP Z1 all-in-one workstation aims to resolve this situation by flipping open for easy upgrades and repairs. Price: RMB 11,961. Web: www. hp.com

iPlant

There they lie – your houseplants, those neglected browning husks, getting by on just the few drops of liquid left from when you watered them months ago. Your excuse has always been you’re too busy to care. You’re not a gardener, after all. The Koubachi Plant Care Sensor rids you of any excuses from here on out, relaying information about your plant’s light, temperature, hydration and even fertiliser needs straight to your computer or iPhone. Price: RMB 888. Web: www.koubachi.com

Click, clack, attack!

Whether you’re fighting off hordes of Orcs or planning a counter-strike behind enemy lines with your fellow Navy Seals, one wrong keystroke or one mouse-tap too slow is the difference between winning and getting owned. With its six pre-programmable thumb buttons and the ability to make 250 clicks per minute, the Razer Naga Hex is the ultimate accessory for you gamers out there, and ensures that the day will be yours. Price: RMB 504. Web: www.razerzone. com/hex

Outside the Box

A summertime picnic in the park: warm sun, cool drinks and tasty sandwiches. What could be missing? Why, some summer choons, that’s what! Jawbone’s Big Jambox portable speaker system wirelessly hooks up to your Android or iOS equipped mobile/tablet, and with 15 hours of play time, you can party on long after the sun’s gone down.

A Time for Words

Does the sight of those unsightly numbers on your alarm clock keep you from getting up and embracing the day? The cure for numerophobes and word worshipers alike comes with the release of the Qlock Two Touch, an alarm clock happy to spell out the time for you in plain English. Words light up in its grid of 110 letters to tell you it’s time to rise.

Price: RMB 1,890. Web: www.jawbone.com/speakers/ bigjambox/overview

Price: RMB 3,267. Web: www.qlocktwo.com

No strings attached

Wireless headsets aren’t new; since the dawn of Bluetooth technology, tech wonks have been making and taking calls on them, their ears encumbered by glowing earpieces that make them look like escapees from a military research project gone wrong. Plantronics’ BackBeat GO wireless headphones make listening to music and receiving calls a more subtle experience. And with a built-in USB charger, keeping them amped up is easy enough. Price: RMB 630. Web: www.plantronics.com/us/ product/backbeat-go

App of the Month: Frankenstein, for iPad Man and Machine, Entwined

Getting a tweet or text to let you know your laundry is done or that you forgot to turn the A/C off: the sign of ultimate geekdom or just you embracing the digital age? You be the judge. Two MIT-trained super-geeks make wireless monitoring a breeze with Twine, a gizmo that you can place anywhere, and wire to track changes in temperature and motion, which are then relayed to your mobile device.

Mary Shelley’s classic tale of scientist Victor Frankenstein’s terrifying discovery gets an update for the iPad age. This retelling of the story includes stunning illustrations and slick animation along with the ability to ask Frankenstein about his work and dictate his actions as he gives birth to the creature that will come to haunt him. Price: RMB 31. Web: www.inklestudios. com/frankenstein

Price: RMB 624. Web: http://supermechanical.com/twine

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SUMMER TRAVEL

30 LONDON – 32 XIAMEN –

S – 33 L A E D L A I SPEC 34 NANJING – 6 TAIWAN - 3

SUPPLEMENT

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London Olympics

Got your game plan? April Fong

Just four years ago, Beijing had its moment in the sun as host of the Summer Olympic Games. Now, it’s London’s time to shine. Haven’t booked your flight to catch a piece of the action yet? Don’t despair. Procrastinators can still plan a trip to the London Games, which run from 27 July to 12 August, that is, if you’re willing to shell out extra cash and be flexible on trip planning. And even if you don’t fancy the Olympics, London has no shortage of unique holiday activities – especially if you’re a literature lover or just can’t quite get enough of William and Kate. The Olympic Ticket

Tickets to the Beijing Olympics were better than affordable — as little as RMB 60 (£5.80) for the athletics finals. But don’t expect to get so lucky in London, where the same ticket costs nearly ten times that (£50, RMB 510). While many tickets have sadly been snatched up already, there are still some available for certain competitions. At the time of writing, a recent search at China Travel Service (www.ctshk.com), the website of the Games’ official ticket agent in China and Hong Kong showed that tickets for fencing, diving, beach volleyball and equestrian events were still on sale for the year’s hottest sporting event.

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For those who aren’t lucky enough to secure a golden ticket, not to worry; you can still try staking out a spot on the sidelines. Catch the games and see London’s sights simultaneously on 5 and 12 August, when Olympic marathon runners will run past landmarks such as the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Buckingham Palace - and you can take it all in for free. Another option is to take advantage of the BBC’s gigantic screens that will broadcast live coverage of Olympic events across the UK. The biggest events will be shown on screens in Hyde Park and Victoria Park, and if you’re lucky, you can also catch the triathlon and open water events at these venues too, as well as live music and cultural events throughout the day.

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What To Do

- 5 June as well as with various smaller events peppered throughout the year. Some of the highlights will be held at London’s must-visit attractions, including Buckingham Palace (www.royalcollection.org.uk). From 1 August to 30 September, the official headquarters of the Monarch will hold an exhibition open to the public of the Queen’s treasure trove and other diamonds used by the royal family over the last 200 years.

The latter — located about 20 miles outside of London at the Warner Bros. Studios where all eight films were shot — showcases the movies’ props and costumes, and takes guests to many of the wondrous sets used in the films. What diehard Harry Potter fan wouldn’t want to walk into the iconic Great Hall or the Potions Classroom?

The National Portrait Gallery (www.npg.org.uk) is also holding a celebratory exhibition from 17 May until 21 October with 60 images of Elizabeth II spanning her six-decade reign. Some of the works, by artists like Cecil Beaton, Pietro Annigoni, Annie Leibovitz and Andy Warhol, have never been seen in public.

Even if you don’t fancy the Olympics, 2012 will be a banner year for the UK and there’s a lot more going on than just sport: events to commemorate the 200th birthday of Charles Dickens; the World Shakespeare Festival; and a brand new behind-the-scenes ‘Making of Harry Potter' Tour (www.wbstudiotour.co.uk) that debuted on 31 March.

Royal followers will want to wave to Her Majesty as the nation celebrates the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee from 2

Where To Stay

To get a feel for five-star Britain, check in to the Royal Garden Hotel, part of the deluxe collection of the World Hotels Group (www.worldhotels.com). The 396-room property — which offers panoramic views of Kensington Palace and Gardens, Hyde Park and London’s skyline — recently underwent a £45 million refurbishment ahead of the Olympic Games. The revamped rooms, decorated in calming neutrals and rich fabrics, have all the bells and whistles: iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs, spacious bathrooms with White Company toiletries, and triple-glazed windows for maximum peace and quiet. The hotel is a quick walk away from the Kensington High Street tube station making it easy to get around the city, and also offers a health club and spa, two restaurants, three bars and ten meeting rooms. Those visiting from China should make sure to dine at the Min Jiang restaurant, Royal Garden’s three AA rosette rated Chinese restaurant located on the 10th floor. You’ll feel at home again when you take a bite out of their Cantonese dim sum or wood-fired Beijing duck, while also taking in one of the best views of London. Royal Garden Hotel. 2-24 Kensington High Street, London Tel: +44 (207) 937 8000, Web: www.royalgardenhotel.co.uk

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Aimee Groom

Reasons to Check Out Xiamen This Summer

With its wide sandy beaches, balmy climate and laidback vibe Xiamen has consistently ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country. If you haven’t been yet, here are just a few reasons to go and check it out… Great value flights

Roundtrip flights from Shanghai to Xiamen are priced at excellent value throughout June and can be had for as little as RMB 1,030 (including tax), bookable via Ctrip (www.ctrip.com).

Explore Gulangyu, Xiamen’s treaty port heritage site

No visit to Xiamen is complete without a trip to Gulangyu, a picturesque, car-free island just a few hundred metres from Xiamen. Home to the city’s pre-World War II foreign concessions, it is filled with magnificent colonial buildings that once housed consulates, offices and families of wealthy Western foreign traders and diplomats. Spend an afternoon or more exploring its twisting, leafy lanes, courtyard cafes, parks, museums and gardens.

Get some winds in your sails! Those salty sea

breezes are not just refreshing, they’re fun too! Xiamen’s year round high winds make it a great destination for

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sailing, windsurfing and kitesurfing. The area around Haiyuntai Beach is home to 59 Fly Kiteboarding Centre, an IKO certified kite school (www.59fly.net) and quaint sandy beaches with few tourists or swimmers. Windsurfing and sailing courses as well as equipment hire are available from the nearby Xiamen Sailing Club (www.xsailing.com.cn).

Enjoy a little R&R: A

favourite laidback haunt is Zeng Cuo An, a small village located in Siming District just off Huandao Lu, the main coastal artery that runs from the city proper towards Xiamen University. It has recently blossomed into a hub of laidback bars, guesthouses and restaurants. Temple Café & Bar (Tel: (592) 209 6780) is a particular highlight, located in a converted and beautiful renovated Buddhist temple complete with an open courtyard and a stellar allday breakfast.

Stuff yourself silly with seafood For great seafood in casual

surroundings, take your pick of the restaurants at the entrance to Zeng Cuo An and dine al fresco local style on plastic tables and chairs. Squid, oysters, prawns, you name it; all cooked up on the grill or stir-fried with delicious garlic or spicy sauces. For something a little more refined with sea views, head to Jia Li (3-4 Floor, 819 Hubin Nan Lu), a Xiamen seafood institution.

Where To Stay

Budget: There are lots of hotels and guesthouses to choose from on Gulangyu Island with prices starting from just RMB 146 per night on Ctrip. In Zeng Cuo An try Mark Hostel (Tel: (592) 251 9131 or 158 5921 8818) where double rooms are available at RMB 198 upwards. Mark Hostel. 215 Huandao Lu, Siming District Mid-range: The Asia Gulf Hotel on Huandao Lu is a good choice for tastefully decorated rooms with a sea view (RMB 798 upwards) or set back from the beach (RMB 433 upwards), bookable via Ctrip. Asia Gulf Hotel. 98 Huandao Lu, Siming District

Luxury: If you’re looking for something a little more luxurious, check out the Seaview Resort, an expansive villa-style resort that sits in between the mountains and the sea with huge rooms complete with balconies and even bathtub views, lush green gardens and an infinity pool. Rooms start from RMB 832 on Ctrip. Seaview Resort. 3999 South Huandao Lu, Siming District. Tel: (592) 502 3333, Web: www.xmseaview.com Aimee Groom is an editor for ChinaTravel.net, a sister site to Ctrip. com, China’s leading online travel service provider. ChinaTravel.net brings readers everything they need to know to enjoy their China adventure to the fullest.

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Special Deals

Looking to go away this June? Here are some of the fantastic hotel promotions that you can enjoy this summer. Start stocking up on the sunblock! China Hotel, a Marriott Hotel

Ritz Carlton Shenzhen

St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort Fun on weekdays package: Offered for visitors and locals with no mid-week plans in mind, this package includes one complimentary weekday night for every night booked in a suite or villa and complimentary breakfast for two. Offer valid until 30 June, 2012. Terms and conditions apply.

Early bird promotion: Planning on heading south this month? If you book a deluxe/club room ten days before your arrival you can enjoy a 15% discount and daily buffet breakfast in the Flavorz restaurant at this fabulous hotel. Offer is subject to availability.

Mandarin Oriental Sanya

MO kid’s summer camp promotion: Starting at RMB 1,899 + 15%, this promotion includes daily breakfast for two adults and two children under 12, a day at the summer camp for one child and 15% discount for additional children and a 20% spa discount. For more information about the camp, see below.

Swissôtel Resort Phuket

25% off with 2 nights stay: Swissôtel Resort Phuket which opened its doors to guests on 1 April is pleased to announce this exclusive opening offer from now until 30 June 2012. Guests can experience the resort with rates starting from THB 3,487 (RMB 708) for a one bedroom suite. Terms and conditions apply.

Executive Guangzhou promotion: book in advance and enjoy rates from RMB 760 – 1,318 in an executive room at this Guangzhou hotel. As an added bonus, guests will receive executive lounge benefits and complimentary in-room internet access. Terms and conditions apply.

WIN!

Fancy a trip to Guangzhou this summer? Talk Magazine is giving away two vouchers valued at RMB 4,000 for a one night weekend stay for two in an executive suite room at the luxurious China Hotel, a Marriott Hotel (Guangzhou). Vouchers include executive floor benefits, complimentary breakfast in the executive lounge and complimentary happy hour. For your chance to win, e-mail and answer this question:

How many rooms does China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel have? Competition deadline: 25 June

Voucher valid for use with prior reservation until 31 Dec, 2012, excluding Trade Fair dates. Terms and conditions apply.

Advertorial

Mandarin Oriental, Sanya Hosts Popular MO Summer Camp For Third Consecutive Year

andarin Oriental, Sanya is delighted to announce that it will again host its popular MO Kid’s Summer Camp for children aged 4 to 12 from 1 July until 31 August. Taking advantage of the resort’s nationally protected coral bay, landscaped pools and gardens, the resort will host fun filled days of games, educational activities and creative arts and crafts. For the first time this year, each day of the week will have its own unique themed activities. Themes include ‘Shipwrecked’, a pirate themed day involving kayaking and snorkeling among the corals, treasure hunts and raft building, and ‘Mix, Stir & Swirl’, a food-based theme day with fun cooking classes and games. “After the fantastic response from both children and parents alike last year, we are delighted to be hosting the summer camp again,” said Lori Kruk, Director of Spa and Recreation at Mandarin Oriental, Sanya. “The MO Kid’s Summer Camp is unique on Hainan Island. It offers full days of fun and excitement for our younger VIPs in a beautiful and private natural environment. It is a true paradise for kids”. Families with children wishing to enjoy the camp can take advantage of the MO Kid’s Summer Camp Promotion. Starting at RMB 1,899 per night, the promotion includes: Round trip shuttle service from Sanya International Airport 3 night stay Upgrade to next room category (subject to availability) In-room check-in Complimentary extra bed in room Daily breakfast in Pavilion Restaurant for 2

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adults and up to 2 children aged 12 or below

1 day at the summer camp for one child and 15% discount for additional days and children 20% discount at the Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Sanya for parents to enjoy during their stay The offer is subject to a 15% service charge and RMB 11 city tax per person per night and is valid from 1 July 2012 to 31 August 2012. Terms and conditions apply. For reservations, visit http://www.mandarinoriental. com/sanya/, email mosan-reservations@mohg.com or call +86 (898) 8820 9999.

Mandarin Oriental, Sanya Mandarin Oriental, Sanya is unrivalled in its sheer luxury and refined elegance. Enjoying the tranquility of a secluded 1.2 km nationally protected coral bay and nestled amongst verdant tropical bloom, the resort is a hidden gem where nature is celebrated and privacy is assured. Located just 7 minutes from Sanya city centre and 20 minutes from Sanya International Airport, the luxury resort provides convenient access to all of the area’s major tourist attractions. Within the resort, the oversized guest rooms are luxuriously designed with touches of the local ethnic minority culture and offer panoramic views over the sparkling South China Sea. With distinctive indoor and outdoor conference and banqueting facilities, innovative restaurants and bars, recreational facilities for both adults and children and a blissful Spa Village, the resort is perfect for both business and leisure where guests will be utterly pampered in enchanting natural surroundings.

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Nanjing: Far (enough) from the Maddening Crowds Tom Mangione

Heading to some of Nanjing’s tourist sites can mean stepping into heaving throngs of tourists. However, getting away from the crowd is easier than you might think, and this one-time capital of China (its name literally meaning ‘South Capital’), a short two-hour train journey from Shanghai, is steeped in history and interesting sights.

Where to go for a day of history and culture Presidential Palace and Suzhou Square

The Presidential Palace in Nanjing (RMB 40, open daily 7.30am – 6pm), once the seat of the Chinese government under Sun Yat-Sen, now houses the Nanjing Museum of Chinese Modern History. It’s also a well preserved example of early Chinese modernism, featuring sharp art deco lines interwoven with Chinese flourishes. It’s a sight to behold, that is, if you can manage to

catch a glimpse of anything in the endless waves of tourists that cram its corridors. People flock to this heritage site for a reason. For a quainter reminder of Nanjing’s former term as capital, head over to Suzhou Square. Many of its government officials built their homes here, modelling them after those in Shanghai. The result is that the tree lined streets can prove eerily reminiscent to the former French Concession. However, unlike its larger Shanghai counterpart, this area has remained entirely residential. An afternoon stroll here proves intensely peaceful, something Shanghai’s own former French Concession cafes are making less and less frequent. Presidential Palace of Nanjing. 292 Changjiang Dong Lu, Baixia District. Tel: (25) 8457 8718 Suzhou Square. Suzhou Lu, near Shanxi Lu

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Where to stay The Westin Nanjing

One of the best choices in the city for being right in the thick of it, but far enough from the crowds is The Westin Nanjing. Located in the south tower of the 5.17 million square foot mixed use development the impressive Nanjing International Centre, the hotel’s rooms offer spectacular views of nearby Xuanwu Lake and the surrounding skyline. Inside, the rooms radiate with calm, soothing tones and fivestar comfort in line with the hotel’s goal “to make you feel better than when you arrived.” The same feeling continues into the hotel’s indoor pool and fitness centre, both with views of the nearby lake.

But perhaps the biggest treat of all is enjoying breakfast in the Seasonal Tastes all-day-dining restaurant as the sun comes up over the water below you. If all this looking out over Xuanwu Lake has got you wanting to take a stroll, be sure to do it at night. That way you’ll not only beat the crowds, but the heat as well. Circumnavigating one of the lake’s many islands, you’ll see the skyline and the glint of kites traipsing across the night sky. For the full experience, rent a four-seater electric motorboat and take to the water (7.30am – 9pm, RMB 40/hour, RMB 100 deposit).

Sofitel Zhongshan Golf Resort Nanjing

If you’re looking to break with the city entirely, Nanjing’s Purple Mountain in Xuanwu District offers scenic beauty on the outskirts of Nanjing. And while hiking up the mountain isn’t without its more scenic and quieter spots, you can be sure that at Sun Yat-Sen’s Mausoleum, the Linggu Pagoda and the Purple Mountain Observatory tour groups will gather. Perhaps the best way to enjoy the scenic beauty of Purple Mountain is with a visit to the Sofitel Zhongshan Golf Resort Nanjing. Located directly on the links of the

27-hole golf course of the Zhongshan International Golf Club, the hotel features views of Purple Mountain’s pristine north face. And whether you’re there to take in a few rounds of golf, to enjoy the scenery, or you’ve time to unwind and spend the night, this resort has got you covered. For food, Zijin Court offers a tasty assortment of Huaiyang and Cantonese cuisine, while Basilico serves up a contemporary twist on Italian. To really indulge, there’s the So Spa with its soothing Turkish hammam style steam room as well as massage and treatments featuring L’Occitane products. Sofitel Zhongshan Golf Resort Nanjing. 9 Huanling Lu, near the Zhongshan International Golf Club. Tel: (25) 8540 8888

The Westin Nanjing. 2012 Zhongyang Lu, near Majia Jie. Tel: (25) 8556 8888

Where to eat Shiziqiao Food Street

Where to go to really beat the crowds

A ten minute walk from The Westin Nanjing, you’ll find the Shiziqiao Food Street, a well known hotspot for enjoying some of Nanjing’s best local cuisine. There isn’t much you can do about avoiding the crowds here, but it’s worth it. Be on the look out for Nanjing Dapaidang (2 Shiziqiao, near Hunan Lu, Tel: (25) 8330 5777) and its succulent dishes such as the jiangmi kourou (glutinous rice with braised pork belly, RMB 36) and shajiangcong

youji (marinated chicken with ginger and onion, RMB 36). The restaurant also has another location in the mall attached to the Westin (7F, 2012 Zhongyang Lu, near Majia Jie. Tel: (25) 8358 5777). For getting a snack on the go, check out A Chun Jia (7 Shiziqiao, near Hunan Lu) with its delicious local xiehuang baoyu shengjianbao delicacies (RMB 14, crab roe and abalone flavoured pan fried dumplings).

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Tropical Taiwan Melissa K Trias

The southernmost part of Taiwan, Nanwan in Hengchun township, is perhaps not an obvious choice for a tropical getaway, but for those who know about it, it’s a “beach bum’s paradise” and a must if you’ve got time to get out of the city. How to get there

The six hour journey from Taipei is what puts many off heading to the south of Taiwan, but with Aloha Bus Transportation Company’s offer of 618 New Taiwanese (NT) dollars per ticket (RMB 132), it’s the easiest and cheapest way to get out of the city and a must if you’re in Taiwan for longer than a week. What’s more, it’s the comfiest six hours you'll ever spend on a bus; with big, reclining seats, complimentary blankets and snacks, and interactive touchscreens attached to each passenger’s chair (offering games like Angry Birds!), meaning that the time flies before you arrive at your destination. The Aloha Bus takes you only as far as Khaoshung, but from there it’s extremely easy to hop onto a local bus to get us into Hengchun township.

Where to stay

For budget travellers, the A-Wu Ocean Club B&B, located just ten minutes walking distance away from Bossa Nova

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(see 'Where to eat'), is the perfect choice. The price of a private room at A-Wu Ocean Club is around 1,000 NT (RMB 214) and includes breakfast in addition to the usual standard room amenities. If you’ve got a bit more money to spend, the Caesar Park Hotel Kenting (10,500 NT, RMB 2,244 for a Family Deluxe room) boasts a strong rating and has the rave reviews to go with it. With top quality service, wireless internet connection throughout the entire area, and a nearby golf club and private beach, Caesar Park Hotel is the top choice for both business and pleasure travellers alike.

Where to eat

Beach Bistro, serving up Asian-European nouvelle cuisine for between 200 – 400 NT (RMB 42 – 85), is a tourist favourite. But if you’re only there for one night, Bossa Nova, a beach café and guest house located along Nanwan Road in central Hengchun, is your go-to gaff, serving soul food on a patio with an ocean view. The genuinely warm and inviting staff makes

everyone feel welcome, which is probably why they have so many loyal customers. Bossa Nova’s menu had plenty to offer, but their tomato and mozzarella sandwiches and bowls of chilli come highly recommended. A price of 400 NT (RMB 85) is a little bit pricey for Nanwan as a whole, but well worth it.

Where to unwind

For those looking for a bit of peace and tranquillity, Nanwan Beach is a real off-the-beaten-track gem. Tourists often favour surf spot Kenting, the more popular neighbouring town, meaning that should you stumble upon Nanwan beach by accident, likelihood is you’ll have it all to yourself. Serene, blue and alluring, the sealife beneath its waves lie magically untouched and unpolluted in this industrialised twenty-first century, and you can enjoy jet-skiing (1000 NT, RMB 213/ 30 minutes), snorkelling (100-200 NT, RMB

21 upwards for a mask) and other beachy activities here. Aloha Bus Transportation Company. Web: www.aloha168.com.tw A-Wu Ocean Club B&B. 266 Nanwan Lu, Nanwan, Hengchun Township, Taiwan. Tel: (918) 6027 70. Web: www. a-wu.com.tw Beach Bistro. No. 230 Changfun Lu, Eluan Village, Hengchun Township, Taiwan. Tel: (919) 2372 80 Bossa Nova: Beach Café and Guest House. 100 Nanwan Lu. Hengchun Town, Taiwan. Tel: (919) 7725 57, Web: http:// myblog.yahoo.com/wavebossa Caesar Park Hotel Kenting. 6 Kenting Lu, Hengchun Town, Taiwan. Web: www.caesarpark.com.tw

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DINING Food For Thought

THE SCENE

DINING OUT

Photo Courtesy of Liz Grabenstein

Jamie Barys

Every month, our dining columnist Jamie Barys gives you all the news that’s fit to dish. Find out the newest hotspots and the latest closings, as well as the tastiest events in town for June.

aiba will finally be getting some company over at Taikang Terrace (171 Jianguo Zhong Lu, near Ruijin Er Lu) with Larder, Sakesan and The Plump Oyster all expected to open in the next month or two (barring any construction delays). Both Larder and Sakesan are charcoalheavy, with the former run by former Mesa Manifesto executive chef Steve Baker billed as a bar & grill, while Sakesan focuses on the same robatayaki dishes that made it a hit in Hong Kong’s Soho. The Plump Oyster is, as its name suggests, dedicated to all things bivalve, from the aphrodisiacpromoting gents behind Osteria (226 Jinxian Lu, near Shaanxi Nan Lu). The former French Concession has become awash in new bakeries that capitalise on the district’s colonial past.

Brioche Doree, the French bakery chain that is currently taking over airports, shopping malls and petrol stations around the world, opened two very corporate cafes in two weeks last month (7 Donghu Lu, near Huaihai Zhong Lu and 98 Yanping Lu, near Xinzha Lu). Putting up some stiff competition just a block away is Ravaud (136 Xinle Lu near Xiangyang Bei Lu), a café that boasts a French owner, several branches in Hangzhou and Nanjing and a charming art deco tile floor. Additionally, the closing of Cocon, the short-lived home décor store in Anfull Court, has given its neighbour Sunflour (322 Anfu Lu, near Wukang Lu) the floor space it needs to accommodate its Sunday morning spillover. In more carb-heavy news, Shanghai’s top bagel delivery service Spread the Bagel (www.spreadthebagel.com) has expanded

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its line to include garlic bagels (RMB 50 for a half dozen), which tastes mighty good with last month’s newly-launched lox cream cheese. For the month of June, all orders of six or more garlic-flecked bagels come with a free On the Go MQ Coffee pack. Just in time for summer, Geisha (390 Shanxi Lu, near Fuxing Zhong Lu) introduced its new seasonal menu, including a delicious tofu and shrimp shinjo. The dish’s name hardly does it justice; a trio of small bites, the plate offers a deep-fried shrimp and tofu fritter, perfectly-seared scallops topped with bamboo shoots and a minced meatball pumped up with a summery sprinkling of mint. And if you come Thursday – Sunday, they’ve got a great digestif deal: from 10pm-12am, RMB 100 will get you five drinks. And last but not least, in a nod to the chef

that has kept the whole Shanghai restaurant scene buzzing with the opening of Ultraviolet (see p 39 for more), we’d like to congratulate Paul Pairet and the rest of the crew at Mr & Mrs Bund. Restaurant Magazine ranked the modern French eatery (Bund 18) 95th in its prestigious list of the World’s Best Restaurants, making MMB the only spot in the Mainland to crack the top 100. Jamie Barys is the Chief Eating Officer of UnTour Shanghai. With authentic culinary tours designed to take visitors and residents alike off the eaten path, UnTour Shanghai offers street food experiences, market adventures, cooking classes and more. For more information visit www. UnTourShanghai.com or email Jamie at info@ untourshanghai.com

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Chef Talk: Andaz Shanghai’s Jacqueline Qiu

Kerry Allen

1 serving Salad Nicoise

Ingredients 5kg fresh tuna fish 150g sea salt Extra virgin olive oil 20g Roma tomatoes

What was it like working in F&B when China first opened to the world? Andaz’s executive chef Jacqueline Qiu takes Talk on her culinary journey of the past 23 years…

eeting Jacqueline Qiu, the executive chef at the newly opened Andaz Shanghai, one is instantly struck by what a warm and friendly person she is, someone who genuinely cares about the effort that goes into the food she creates, the epitome of a modern day Mrs Beeton. And with over 23 years work experience in the F&B industry, she can tell you some stories about how the international food industry in Shanghai has blossomed. “When I first started working as a chef at the Westin Hongqiao, China was only just opening up to the West. There were only about five international hotels in Shanghai at that time; there wasn’t much in the market. I was working at an Italian restaurant called Giovanni’s when I got the opportunity to work at the Westin.” She then went on to work there for 13 years as a senior sous chef, during which she first became introduced to different kinds of international cuisine, working with chefs from all different countries. “All of the chefs were expats. I met people from all different backgrounds: French, Swiss, Japanese, and each person had their own different experiences in the kitchen.” The result being that she learnt a lot of valuable skills in making different types of cuisine, and developed a particular passion for making French and Italian dishes, particularly the former.

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And so it’s with confidence that Jacqueline now works in the Andaz’s Haipai restaurant, a fusion restaurant which serves up a range of Shanghainese and French cuisine. “It’s a restaurant with a neighbourhood concept,” she says, “so we try to appeal to everyone. We serve up some real comfort foods, French bistro-style, but we also have Shangainese specialities and spicy Sichuanese noodles.” When asked how her experience at the Andaz, which she has been working in since it opened in October 2011, differs from the other hotels she’s worked in, she laughs, and her enthusiasm for her job is apparent. “I can definitely be more creative here,” she laughs. “We change our a la carte menu every two or three months according to the season. But I have a certain amount of freedom according to [whatever] the concept [is].” Still, she recognises that gaining recognition for her talents at present is still pretty difficult. “We [The Andaz hotel] are relatively new, and this is perhaps our biggest challenge. Still, people are fond of our Sunday brunch buffet; they keep on coming back!” And she expresses a lot of optimism and enthusiasm about the new summer seasonal menu. “We have a fantastic terrace which people are finally able to use, and our great dessert menu, including Chinese style ice creams is already proving popular. It’s just what you need in this weather!”

1 boiled egg 40g marinated tuna fish 4 Kalamada olives 3g salt 3g pepper 20g French vinaigrette dressing Method 1. First prepare the tuna fish, clean and cut into small chunks. 2. Sprinkle salt over the fish. 3. Steam the fish for at least 45 minutes until fully cooked. 4. Place the fish in a jar until ready to serve. Cover with olive oil.

25g salt 3g fresh pepper

5. For the salad, first mix lettuce with salt, pepper, tomatoes, olives and French dressing. French bean and potatoes optional.

40g hazelnut oil

6. Serve with boiled egg and marinated tuna fish.

1pc garlic

French vinaigrette dressing Ingredients 55g Dijon mustard

700ml vegetable oil 300ml olive oil 50g green-pepper mustard

200ml sherry vinegar

Method 1. Place all ingredients in the blender and blend.

100ml red wine vinegar

2. Serve.

Andaz Shanghai Hotel. 88 Songshan Lu, near Taicang Lu. Tel: 2310 1234, Web: http://shanghai.andaz.hyatt.com

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New & Noted: Ultraviolet Unveiled Jamie Barys

try to keep my expectations low when I visit a restaurant for the first time, but Chef Paul Pairet made that next to impossible when he first announced the concept of Ultraviolet three years ago. The idea is that guests get a “full sensory dining experience” that promises “psycho-taste,” by pairing each dish with not just a drink, but a sound, visual and, occasionally, a scent. Unfortunately, the restaurant has been plagued with delays, pushing back the opening date for over a year, while investors sank more than US$2.5 million into the 10-seat project. But finally, Ultraviolet is here, and ‘Table Zero,’ for the first official diners, pulled in a cool RMB 70,000 at a charity auction. So, when I was invited to participate in a rehearsal at Ultraviolet, my expectations weren’t just high; they were located somewhere in the stratosphere. Amazingly (astoundingly, even), Ultraviolet wowed me. (For those who are already planning to experience Ultraviolet for themselves, I should add a spoiler alert. Half the fun of the dinner is the surprise, so let me just say that it is well worth the RMB 2,000 per head, and you can stop right here. But for the insatiably curious, read on.) Paul Pairet has always had a flair for the dramatic. If you’ve witnessed a proposal at Mr & Mrs Bund, you’re already well aware of the pyrotechnics he produces on a regular basis. But Ultraviolet is where Pairet lets his imagination run wild. The evening starts with a drink at Mr & Mrs Bund before the other nine diners and yourself are loaded into a van and spirited off to an ‘undisclosed’ location in the backwoods of Shanghai. The squalor and street food just beyond the window is a taste of what’s not to come, while a video of spliced together scenes from old movies plays overhead accompanied by a schizophrenic soundtrack that leaves you more confused than when you buckled up. Upon arrival in a deserted car park more suitable for a well-planned homicide than a haute cuisine meal, you step past a sliding door, and the dinner (if you can call it that) begins.

he idea for a meal designed to elicit emotions from its patrons came to Chef Pairet more than two decades ago, and to cast it in the most simplistic terms, it’s elevated dinner theatre. Like a play in 22 edible acts, the degustation menu is complemented by tongue-in-cheek audio and visual cues from the man behind the curtain. The waiters play supporting roles complete with costume changes, fading into the background as the star of the meal – the food – takes centre stage, turning the potentially over-the-top farce of a dinner into a magnum opus. After you’ve (literally) tumbled down the rabbit hole and into Paul Pairet’s wonderland, nothing is off-limits; metaphors and pop culture abound, with Catholicism and nicotine addiction playing minor roles. Even Francis Ford Coppola makes an appearance, albeit on the wine list. The environment transforms with each course, one minute becoming a natural extension of the food, the next a dining destination. The lobster essential, which smacks of the sea as the crustacean is bathed in a juice of its own making and garnished with a strip of seaweed, is accompanied by waves crashing against the walls, gulls cawing and salty sea spray perfume. Micro fish & chips transport the diner to rainy London, complete with a soundtrack by The Beatles and a digital Union Jack tablecloth. The Space

Invaders theme maximises the bewildering effects of the Sichuan peppercorn in the Cuttlefish Guimave, a spiral of “marshmallowed” sausage with a charred shallot on the side. By the end of the evening, you’ll have tucked into medium rare wagyu beef on the Seine, enjoyed charred eggplant in Greece and licked your way through a frozen cucumber lollipop stuffed with gado-gado (peanut sauce) in Bali. The meal often borders on kitsch, but never veers into tacky, and the menu becomes increasingly mysterious with edible non-sequiturs standing in for the typical descriptions. Tendon-tahine? Tomato pomadore a la magnifying glass? Ispahan dishwash? I literally didn’t know what to expect from the kitchen half the time and looked to the silverware for clues. This is a place where the host can say, “The fake carrots are prepared with real carrots,” with a completely straight face. And when each dish comes out, it all makes sense. It would all feel frivolous, if each step wasn’t so meticulously executed, each dish so delicious. Fans of Paul Pairet’s food will find parts of the menu familiar. He invented the technique for the engloved truffle lamb in 2008 while at Jade on 36, wrapping the loin in truffles before encasing it in a gelatin that stays solid at high temperatures, allowing him to cook it to perfection

without losing juice or flavour. The crunchy fierce salad from Mr & Mrs Bund is on the menu, pumped up with edible flowers and frozen tableside with liquid nitrogen for an icy crackle. But about half of the 22 dishes are making their international debut at Ultraviolet, to much fanfare. By the end of the meal, Paul Pairet runs laps around the diners with gummy bears. And I don’t mean that as a figure of speech. If you want to experience the meal for yourself, get in line. As Talk Magazine was going to print, June was completely booked and July was filling up quickly. But don’t have any doubts about not having your sky-high expectations met. Trust me - Ultraviolet is worth the wait. RMB 2,000 per person. Ultraviolet. Web: www.uvbypp.cc

Photos Courtesy of Scott Wright of Limelight Studio

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Second Helping: Hooters Tom Mangione

Every month, we return to a Shanghai institution to see how they’re holding up. Whether they’ve opened a new branch or just relocated, we sample the old classics and new dishes to see if they’ve stood the test of time.

n its homeland of America, Hooters is known as a male-oriented, blue-collar sports bar where smiling, scantily clad waitresses serve up frothy mugs of beer and American food. “They’ve got good wings”, the saying goes. In Shanghai, the bar and restaurant still carries the same easy-going hospitality, complete with dancing hostesses in tank tops and running shorts, but has begun to reorient its focus towards Shanghai’s burgeoning middle classes.

On the night we went to grab a bite we saw two older Chinese couples order up a storm of dishes; mountains of wings, fries, burgers and beers covering every available surface on the table. A young European family of three – mother, father and child – settled in for a meal just two tables down. And

while we could spot at least one table of all-male co-workers clearly just out of work and looking for a bite and more than a few drinks, it’s clear that in Shanghai, Hooters aims to offer something for everyone. Reflecting their wider and more discerning clientele, new offerings have been added to the menu outside the traditional oeuvre centred around the deep fryer. You’ll find gourmet-style mains like the grilled beef tenderloin with potatoes (RMB 158) alongside Mexican infused entrees like the beef steak tequila (RMB 148), sizzling alongside fried vegetables and salsa with tortilla chips. In this 'South of the Border' turn, one of the more tasty plates to hit the menu is the Hooters Enchiladas (chicken RMB 78 / beef RMB 88). The cheese-smothered, toasted Mexican tortillas stuffed with meat, tomato salsa, refried beans, mozzarella and vegetables are a solid rendition of the original, but don’t get carried away. They won’t transport you to old Mexico. Hooters has also taken to the oceans with some new seafood offerings. The Alaskan crab leg salad (RMB 68), while certainly a good idea, proves to be a bit of a stretch for Hooters, with only tiny portions of the delicate seafood layered with mashed potatoes, incongruously sided with a mound of iceberg lettuce. However, what the Alaskan crab leg salad lacks, the spicy prawns chili bamba (RMB 88) redeems with its mound of succulent shellfish fried in a jalapeno tomato sauce and garnished with chopped coriander and garlic bread. This dish packs a bit of a zing, but if you can handle the heat, it’s worth it. Hooters has also added their own version of sliders which they call Training Burgers (RMB 48). Paired with curly fries, these three small 50 gram burgers make for a good way to get your classic burger kicks, all the while saving room for some wings. Because let’s face it, despite what changes Hooters might be going through, you’ll always go to Hooters for the wings, served ‘naked’ or ‘breaded’ (10 pieces for RMB 59). And, yeah, you might go for the girls, too. Hooters. 1F Shanghai City Centre, 100 Zunyi Lu, near Xianxia Lu. Tel: 6237 0080

Share & Compare: Chicken Tikka Masala Steph Buckingham

Brits love a curry. Then again, who doesn’t? Still, finding a decent curry house (of which there are very few) in Shanghai is not easy, and so Talk sent out an editor who’s had more than her fair share of curries, to seek out the best of the best in Shanghai.

Grand Taj

Grand Taj went some way towards replacing Indian Kitchen when it closed suddenly in late February, and for a while I’ve been a loyal customer. They do a vast selection of both meat and vegetable curries including a mean butter chicken (RMB 50), and their portions are huge, and definitely the best of the three in terms of value for money. The chicken tikka masala (RMB 50) comes in a rich tomato-onion sauce, and as curries go, it’s pretty good, it has a real kick to it, plenty of good chunks of meat in its rich, creamy sauce, and accompanied with some steamed basmalti rice (RMB 16) and a butter nan (RMB 18) is a real treat. Still, it’s not uncommon that you’ll find a few bones in the masala, and it can be an annoyance to pick them out. That might be the price you pay however when you consider you’re getting such a good price for your curry. Grand Taj. B5, 555 Gubei Lu, near Xianxia Lu. Tel: 3251 7585

Bukhara

Convenience isn’t Bukhara’s strong point, being located over in west Gubei. But its classy interior and fine dining experience, not to mention multiple awards from the likes of Tatler magazine are tribute to its longstanding presence

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of over six years in Shanghai. Bukhara offers a selection of tandoors, lamb, rice and vegetarian curries. At RMB 105, their chicken tikka masala is a bit on the pricy side, and the portions are comparatively small. But such thoughts are dismissed once you taste their chicken, which is a whole level of its own in good. The red chilli, ginger and garlic seasoning of the deliciously creamy chicken chunks, diced with onions and tomatoes, is quite simply, to die for. Mopping up the remains of your rice (RMB 33) with a leavened paratha (wholewheat bread, RMB 33), you’ll find yourself savouring every last drop, and thinking about the impact on your waistline. Bukhara. 3729 Hongmei Lu, near Yan’an Xi Lu. Tel: 6446 8800, Web: www.bukhara.com.cn

Masala Art

Masala Art do some fantastic vegetarian curries including the saag paneer (RMB 46), a medium spicy spinach and cottage cheese curry. Their lamb korma (RMB 55) and butter chicken makanwala (RMB 58) are also recommended, their sauces both so delectably buttery and

creamy, that you can’t not order some bread to go with your order to soak up the remaining sauce (parathas RMB 19 upwards). But as for the chicken tikka masala, the Namaste London (RMB 65) is not a favourite, in fact quite a letdown. Although you get quite a generous portion of chicken with your order, the sauce it comes in is excessively oily, the result being that you sometimes need to give it a good stir after it has arrived. Still, it’s Jing’an location makes this a good choice for something central, and it is worth broadening your horizons and going with one of their more specialised South Indian delicacies, in which they specialise. Masala Art. 401 Dagu Lu, near Shimen Yi Lu. Tel: 6327 3571

Winner!

Grand Taj, Bukhara and Masala Art all excel in offering top quality Indian cuisine, but for a classic chicken tikka masala, Bukhara is the clear winner. Mildly spicy, succulent, and seasoned with some sensational aromatic spices, it’s worth going the extra mile (literally) and paying a little bit more for a real top quality masala meal.

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WINE TALK

Ed loved the “guts” of it. This is a definite food wine, with us all putting it with the usual suspects such as steak and barbecued food. You’ll find this wine around town at a few top restaurants, and it pairs perfectly with any first rate meal.

Mat Ryan

Price: RMB 560

Shanghai’s most committed dipsomaniacs get together to share and compare some of the wines around town. It’s a no-nonsense guide to the good, the great and the bloody ordinary of wine. Which wine will win this month? worthy of pairing with seafood or maybe suited to taking the spice off a great Thai curry.

Attendees:

Price: RMB 270

Edward Brea – Kerry Hotel Pudong GM Luke Haggett – Beer peddlar

Golan Heights Yarden Pinot Noir, Israel (2005)

Ross McGregor – Sourcing entrepreneur Neill Robb – Famous Australian winemaker Mat Ryan – Partner in The Shed

This one gave off a mushroom aroma, which is not entirely unusual for a Pinot. Neill couldn’t believe it was a ’05 vintage and said “girls would probably like it, there’s no acid and it’s not aggressive”. Ed pointed out that a lot of effort was probably put into making this wine, since it had quite a lot of complexity. I wasn’t entirely a fan of it, but I’m more into cool climate Pinots such as Australian and New Zealand examples of the varietal. Luke declared it quite light, and suitable with a nice little cheese plate.

Golan Heights Yarden Gewurztraminer, Israel (2009) I immediately detected quite a lot of residual sugar on the nose, which is typical for a Gewurztraminer; however, surprisingly it was dry to the palate. Ross and Luke, both not big white wine drinkers, rated it quite high and said they would both be happy having a bottle or two of this with some friends. Well suited to the weather we are currently having, the best way to enjoy this wine is out in the sunshine, on a balcony somewhere. Neill was trying to figure out where it would fit. He’d never really come across such a wine, but he did like the peachiness it had. Ed said “it’s a perfect brunch wine” with Luke chirping in that it is definitely “fit for a session”. Perhaps at the Kerry Hotel? Apart from an all you can eat brunch buffet, it’s definitely

Price: RMB 540

Golan Heights Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon, Israel (2007) This is the Golan Heights flagship wine, and it lives up to the talk. Neill was first in pointing out that it definitely has its own regional style, but not being familiar with it couldn’t really give a lot of comment past that. That said, he did like it once it opened up. Luke and Ross in unison piped up with “YEP, winner”, with Ross noting that it really looked great in the glass.

Sherpa’s Pairings

Golan Heights Yarden Gewurztraminer Icewine, Israel (2007) This is one of my favourite styles of wines and I was anxiously looking forward to this one. “Bloody delicious” shouted Neill, and I agreed. Luke and Ross didn’t however - not their style. Ed said it was “a nice treat to finish with”. For food, we’d be heading straight to the dessert bar at a buffet to enjoy this wine with. Sweet, but not too much, with great golden colours and a full flavour. Price: RMB 400

Summary Without question, the Cabernet Sauvignon was everyone’s favourite wine. It’s full, with lots of flavours coming through and pairs well with just about any kind of food. That being said, the first wine we had, the Gewurztraminer is a great summer drink, and is worth having a few bottles of. Out in the garden, or on the balcony, it’s a great choice.

Availability Wine Asia. Tel: 6217 7219, E-mail: wineasia05@gmail.com Va Bene; T8 Restaurant and Bar (181 Taicang Lu, near Madang Lu) La Verbena (2967 Lujiazui Xi Lu, near Fenghe Lu)

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Ordering in for the night? Shanghai’s most popular delivery service not only has the food, there’s also a load of wine that they’ll bring straight to your door. Sherpa’s wine consultant Michelle Ozier dishes out on what wine pairs well with your order.

une is the month in which we stop fighting the urge to keep cool and abandon ourselves to the long sweltering months ahead. It might also therefore be a good time to play around with some more refreshing versions of your favourite tipple. Recently my friend made me a long icy spritzer from white wine mixed with half a glass of ginger ale, a generous helping of fresh ginger and a good squeeze of lime. If the ginger ale is a little too sweet, then soda water is just as good a replacement to lengthen your drink and give it a spritz. Buck’s Fizz is also a good option, and as long as your fruit juice is kept chilled, it doesn’t have to be the conventional orange. I used a tropical blend and it went down just as well with the sparkling brut. Your bubbly will go further, your friends will think you are a little bit fancy and everyone will be getting some vitamin C. It’s a win, win, win. The queen of all wine mixers has to be sangria, and again, you don’t need to go to the bar to enjoy this marvellous summer drink; simply empty red wine into a large jug (you can even use up partial bottles of different wines and be very economical), add about a quarter of the amount again of citrus flavoured sparkling mineral water or sprite, and heaps of chopped oranges and apples. Sangria is best served after a night in the fridge and then with lots of ice in a tall

tumbler or wine glass. All of these are super adaptable drinks that can be tweaked to your personal taste - just be sure to keep your ice trays filled! Enjoy your tasting experiments with a delectable mix of warm and cold tapas from Las Tapas or Bocado or a plate of charcuterie with a meal-sized salad and a freshly baked baguette from Café Montmartre. You will not go wrong by using the excellent value for money South African Two Oceans (soft and fruity red or fresh and fruity white) for your wine mixers, both blends available at just RMB 64 / bottle from Sherpa’s, and either just as nice to sup on their own. Log on to www.sherpa.com.cn to see further deals throughout June including a RMB 20 saving on purchases of two bottles of Two Oceans Soft and Fruity Red as our wine of the weekend. You can also make a saving of more than 10% on a mixed case for only RMB 450 / six bottles, containing a great selection of four reds and two whites. Available while stocks last!

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Italian Association of WineLovers (ONAV) Holds Its First Wine Course in Shanghai

here’s an age old (mostly friendly) feud between France and Italy for the crown of Old World wine that is currently raging in the Middle Kingdom. But to hear Antonio Scialletti, General Manager of Scialletti Prestige Selection tell it, Italy could use a leg up. “We saw that the Chinese market is extremely important and developing so fast, but the knowledge of wine can be improved, especially knowledge of Italian wine compared to French wine.” And what accounts for this lack of knowledge? According to Scialletti it has little to do with the quality of Italian wine and more to do with the way in which Italian wine is brought to market. “[The French] arrived before; they have a first mover advantage. The government is supporting them and they have their own distribution channel. They have a system. Italian people are very good [at making wine], but they are very independent.” Wanting to give Italian wines their due, Scialletti teamed up with the Italian Association of Wine Lovers, a non-profit, Italian government funded entity made to promote Italian wine in China. Over three days at the Shanghai Hilton Hongqiao from

17 – 19 April, ONAV General Manager Alessandria, Professor Rissone and Scialletti gave a wine training course on Italian wine culture. The three day course covered the different types of wines and grapes in Italy, the process of tasting wine and the production of wine. Through the event, 35 eager participants happily took in the information and tried 13 different types of Italian wines including Brunello, Barolo, Chianti and Montepulciano. “Many people appreciated the event. We just shared the knowledge and the love and the know-how related to wine. Of course we focus on Italian wines, but we don’t make it about selling because we want to take a cultural approach.” In fact, the Scialletti and the other organisers went so far as to pair high quality Italian wines with a “so-so” Italian wine in order to give tasters a basis for comparison. In the future, Scialletti plans to host more events with ONAV, especially those with a Chinese focus. “We must connect to the culture of China, which is a culture as old, if not older than Italian culture.” It’s a goal that Scialletti and ONAV will be toasting to in the days ahead. June12 TalkMagazine

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Night Reviews Ginseng

Tom Mangione

What: Infusion-friendly martini bar that prefers to stay on the down low Why: You like cocktails and secrets How much: Martinis RMB 58 upwards; beers RMB 45 upwards; snacks and light fare RMB 35 upwards Where: Somewhere on Yongkang Lu Finding Ginseng can take a bit of doing. It took two different evenings of searching for this nightlife reviewer to find the secret hole-in-the-wall bar, the first time only to be ensnared in the brouhaha spilling out onto the pavement from Le Café des Stagiaires down the street. However, on a rainy Monday evening I got lucky. Longing for the glory days of Constellation Bar - the famed once-was Xinle Lu cocktail bar - the owners are hoping to create their own hidden gem for themselves and their friends and a few friends of their friends. Their hope is to avoid catering to the wandering, dipsomaniac zombie hordes of Shanghai, slogging on their movable feast of doom. It’s the reason they’re so secretive, declining even that we print this venue’s exact address.

The bar’s specialty is infused spirits. At the moment, they’re using infusions of star anise, kumquats and two types of ginseng to mix up a mean martini. The bar’s signature drink, the ginseng vodka martini (RMB 68) retains the unique spicy, yet bitter tang of ginseng touched up with lemon zest and sweet vermouth. Quality versions of standard cocktails can also be found here. An Old Fashioned (RMB 78) made with boutique Angel’s Envy bourbon was a highlight with its caramel smokiness complemented by muddled sugar and orange. Going a few rounds at a cocktail bar can often leave you in need of a bite, and here Ginseng benefits with its close proximity to a wide range of choice. New kid on the block Sushi-O provides sushi (RMB 35 upwards), while Just Grapes slings over pizzas (RMB 65 upwards) and Nosh brings its sandwiches (RMB 42 upwards). Ginseng itself has also got its own house version of the local classic of soybeans boiled in Chinese wine (RMB 35). It’s flavoured with ginseng, of course.

Amber Lounge What: A back-alley lounge that aspires to cocktail greatness and edgy DJ sets Why: Shiva’s full and you’ve been to Dada, like, a million times How much: Standard drinks RMB 55, signature cocktails RMB 70 Where: 449 Huashan Lu, near Wulumuqi Nan Lu, Tel: 6248 8818, E-mail: amberlounge@gmail.com After briefly chasing the spirit of Dragon - Shanghai’s now defunct, but legendary after-hours club of iniquity - Amber Lounge has decided what it wants to be – a late night club (Tue, Wed and Sun, 9pm – 4am; Thurs through Sat, 9pm – 6am) that serves premium cocktails and hip-electro sounds. Of course, it’s not hard to see why Amber Lounge has had somewhat of a rough start; it is down a dark alley after all. Walking through the brightly lit door, you’ll find yourself at a small coat-check area, certain to be a boon in wintertime, which leads into the lounge. There, what you see is what you get. It’s one room with three private tables, a dance floor, DJ booth and a cocktail

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bar complete with the requisite spread of bottles. There’s room for about 50 to relax with a drink and up to 200 to rave on in sardine-packed ecstasy. As for the libations, the almond tonic (RMB 70) with vodka, Cointreau, almond syrup, fresh lemon juice and tonic packs a refreshing smoothness until the almond syrup runs out. Then it becomes your standard vodka tonic. Cocktail failure or a two-in-one deal? You decide. The Hemmingway daiquiri (RMB 70) made up of Gosling’s dark rum, Maraschino liqueur, Cointreau and fresh fruit juice combines two of Papa’s greatest loves: tropical locales and getting loaded. Cocktail favourites like the Sazarac, Mint Julep and Old Fashioned (all RMB 70) also make their way on to the list. For music, staff intentions are getting some of Shanghai’s headiest and hippest promoters in to ply their trade. The Ice Cream Truck (TICT), Acid Pony Club as well as the folks the Shiva Lounge have been tapped, and if these party kids have their way with the place, Amber Lounge may soon be on the map of many of Shanghai’s nightlife faithful.

Incarose

Melissa K Trias

What: A pleasant tipple with fresh seafood that doesn’t cost half your paycheck Why: Anything inspired by a South American country must be sexy How Much: Cocktails RMB 40 upwards; wine by the bottle RMB 188 upwards Where: 3F, 83 Changshu Lu, near Julu Lu. Tel: 6190 6199 Incarose, an upscale bistro lounge on Changshu Lu, has much to offer the people of Shanghai. Created largely with the purpose of providing high quality drinks and seafood at affordable prices, Incarose aims to be ‘the spot’ for summer wining and dining. The primary goal of this bar and lounge according to MD Stanley Chiu is to make the customers happy over maximising profits, and he goes beyond words by offering extravagant meals such as the Prime Ocean Platter (a feast of baby lobster, oysters from Gillardeau in France, boiled shrimp and shellfish to serve three people) at a ridiculously low RMB 420. But the real strength of Incarose lies in its talent to combine good wine with good food, and there’s no shortage of choice

here. You can find favourites such as the Taittinger Brut Reserve Chardonnay (RMB 680), Pinot Noir (RMB 430) and Pinot Blanc (RMB 365) whether you’re a white girl, red girl, or full frills champagne laydee. And for something a little bit cheaper, the Family Selection Chardonnay De Bortoli, Australia (RMB 195) is a must try. The cocktail list includes regulars like the Hendricks tonic (RMB 55) and the Singapore Sling (RMB 50), but also the delectable Tiramisu Martini (RMB 55), a dessert cocktail made of brandy, Kahlua, krème de cacao and egg yolk. But above all, make sure to indulge in Incarose’s own signature cocktail (RMB 40), a rose-pink beverage that evokes feelings of lust and temptation. The mix of gin, passoa, apple juice, cherry juice, and lime juice is an exotic flavour that is as smooth and sexy as an Argentinian tango, so make sure to savour every sip. With distinctly hip décor, including Philippe Starck chairs and a bar backlit in sensual red hues, Incarose is a good choice for a girls’ night out or after-work drinks, and manages to be classy without being overly bourgeois.

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Frankie’s American Bar What: The crown jewels of Shenzhen's Western watering holes Why: One word - 'authenticity' How much: American prices, but for a reason Where: 33 - 34 Guihua Yuan Garden, Guihua Lu, Futian free trade zone, Shenzhen. Tel: (755) 8257 2376 Two years ago a bar like Frankie’s wouldn’t – couldn’t – have worked. In a traditionally under-frequented locale, Frankie's employs foreigners as bartenders, encourages tipping, and favours locally brewed IPAs (more on these later) over the usual Tigers. Essentially, it’s a real bar, and I have to say I’m rather taken. Frankie’s looks and feels properly American: warm wooden furnishings, an overblown Bruce Springsteen portrait (shrine) hanging on the wall and quintessential chequered tablecloths covering almost every surface. I got a handshake and an introduction from the barman upon entering – ask for Jordan, Nate or Adam –,a drink recommendation that felt like an honest opinion rather than a not-so-subtle nudge towards the heftiest price tag, and a musical soundtrack obviously selected out of love rather than attempting to cater to the

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lowest common denominator. On entering, order the Rock Bar Appalachian pale ale (RMB 45), brewed locally in nearby Bao’an by a couple of disillusioned alco-fanatics fed up with Shenzhen’s slim pickings. Deep, fruity and aromatic, it became my new favourite beer in one sip. For whiskeys, try the Bowmore (RMB 140) for the smokiest glass of the amber stuff you will find in the SEZ. The price may be steep, but is worth it. And if you’re feeling particularly adventurous, try one of the bar’s many imported cigars: the selection here is without comparison. In terms of food, Frankie’s menu is a little limited, but is based around shifting seasonal availabilities. I tried the burger special (RMB 70): tender Mongolian beef topped with deep-fried caramelised onions, crispy bacon and blue cheese. Again, it came to surpass almost anything I’ve had previously in Shenzhen and the accompanying salad drizzled with Filipo Berrio olive oil, garlic and red wine vinegar was perfectly pitched. In short, I already love this bar. And so too does Shenzhen. Frankie’s has only been open for under two months and has already become an expat favourite.

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O!Garden

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Alastair Dickie

What: Rooftop drinks and a killer view Why: For something genuinely crosscultural How much: Draught beers RMB 35; mixed drinks RMB 30 – 40; cocktails RMB 45 upwards Where: 3F, Coco Park North, 138 Mintian Lu, Futian District, Shenzhen. Tel: (755) 8889 6999 If there has long been one fatal flaw for Shenzhen’s nightlife it is that there is a very clear divide between which are the ‘expat’ and which are the ‘local’ bars of the city. O!Garden is the anomaly. In the few months since it has opened, it has become a hit amongst Shenzhen’s nocturnal denizens and is now the go-to bar/club for all in Shenzhen’s CBD. Perhaps in no other place in the city will you find foreigners and local Chinese rubbing shoulders with each other and really looking like they both belong there. In the heart of Shenzhen’s commercial region perched atop the bustling Coco Park North plaza in downtown Futian District, O!Garden is a sprawling open-air affair that forms something of a cross between a landscaped garden patio and a chic

outdoor nightclub, with two conventional bar areas. Roman-style lounge chairs deck the place out under wooden trellises (which are useful on the rare occasion it rains) with one area doubling as a dance floor during the evening, all surrounded by the neon backdrop of the CBDs glittering skyscrapers. It’s a good place to come during early evenings, but the party really gets started once the sun goes down. O!Garden benefits from being a little classier than the gaudier nightclubs (Viva, Q-Club and Gaga) in the same region, with blazers and high heels edging out scuffed converse and tank tops. Bottle service is fast, reassuringly expensive and respectfully delivered, and the drinks list is extensive, with offerings of draught Carlsberg and Tiger (RMB 35), mojitos (RMB 45), champagne cocktails (RMB 69) and some of the best martinis (RMB 60) we’ve had in Shenzhen. The additional feature of a barbecue stand adds in making O!Garden a pleasant place to unwind after a long day’s work, and it’s no surprise that it’s fast becoming a favourite on the South China scene, with some pleasant food, great drinks and a genuinely diverse crowd in prime location.

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Mysterious Nick Korjov

Authentic Drink

Most people can’t abide baijiu (Chinese white spirit) and just mention of the word is enough to send a shiver down their spine. Its fiery taste and intense smell means that it has gained a bit of stigma, a drink to be avoided. But with the creative efforts of Shanghainese bartenders, baijiu is fast becoming more attractive.

ome-infused alcohol suddenly became a hot trend across the world in 2011. Bottles with turbid liquid inside became overnight an inherent element of the décor of many reputable bars in London and New York. Shanghai was no exception, and Pu’er tea infused whisky, cinnamon infused rum, and pepper infused vodka cocktails were all the rage for a while, to the extent that they have now become nothing out-of-the-ordinary. But baijiu infusions? Can baijiu even be mixed? Baijiu is a traditional Chinese spirit distilled from sorghum (a type of grass) with an intense smell and distinctive “burning” taste. In Chinese culture, it has played a traditional role for decades in signifying respect and dignity by toasting baijiu during banquets and ceremonies of commemoration. But the general attitude to it nowadays is that it is no

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longer “cool” to drink baijiu, with many favouring wine as an alternative tipple. Which is why Ryan Noreiks is trying to breathe new life into this tradition at Le Sheng. He has added a selection of baijiu shots infused with spices and fruits to the drink list: with plum and hibiscus, chrysanthemum and lemon skin, and green tea, peach and chamomile flavoured baijiu infusions (all RMB 50). Once blended, the distinctive “baijiu taste” changes and becomes less harsh on the palate, and instead pretty smooth. “Normally baijiu is not served for cocktails, but it goes well with Shanghainese food, so we’ve tried to adapt it to what we serve here,” says Noreiks. “We are trying to appeal to both the Chinese market and the Western market. As for the latter, it is also a fun way to show foreigners what baijiu is”. To integrate baijiu into a cocktails and make it taste nice has long been thought of as an almost impossible task, but Noreiks succeeds in his creation of a baijiu cocktail that isn’t all that bad. And he’s not the only one. el Coctel have taken a new spin on the signature cocktail the ‘Shanghai’ with a well shaken version of the drink, adding flavours of orange and lime juice, grenadine syrup, sugar and sambuca to the mix (RMB 80). At the beginning it tastes sweet, but then the strong aftertaste takes prescience, leaving that distinctive warming feeling that baijiu drinkers are familiar with as it runs down your throat. It works well, and the sweetness at the beginning detracts from drawing attention to the intense scent that often puts people off drinking baijiu in the first place. When asked what other flavours would mix well with baijiu should you wish to make infusions of your own, Japanese bar manager (Harada Munenori) suggested similar strong tastes, such as wasabi or ginger ale because of their “strong smell and intense flavour”. Another bar that has recently seen baijiu creatives at work in creating a dipsomaniac’s delight is cocktail favourite at Sinan Mansions, The Alchemist. Yao Lu, bar manager, kindly agreed to “play with a bottle of baijiu” and made a Chinese version of malty drink ‘The Brave’, (RMB 50), the innovative cocktail first created by renowned mixologist Bobby Heugel from Anvil Bar & Refuge in Texas, USA (www.anvilhouston.com), which is rated by GQ magazine as one of the 25 best cocktail bars

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The Alchemist

in America. Inspired by Heugel, The Alchemist, showcased their version of ‘The Brave’ at Shanghai Cocktail Week last month, including the cocktail in a special menu alongside some new twists on other contemporary classics. Baijiu is a “mysterious drink [here, which] everybody has heard about, but never tried”, says Yao Lu. “But we’re trying to change that.” To make ‘The Brave’, Lu uses ten year old Talisker whisky, baijiu, Grand Marnier liqueur and Cardamaro. These ingredients are all poured into a large wine glass without ice and swirled until mixed. A couple of sprays of Angostura bitter, a flamed orange zest and it’s ready. Lu manages to rid the intense smell of baijiu in his creation, but its strong taste can’t be diminished even with the addition of single malt whisky. It takes time to get used to any new fad. Japanese sake or soju were taken as weird and mysterious when they were first introduced to the beverages market, and today, you can’t even imagine sitting down to a dinner of teppanyaki without one of these liquors. Only last year, British liquor giant Diageo became the largest shareholder in Chinese baijiu brand Shui Jing Fang, a step which could mark the expansion of baijiu’s presence abroad. “Diageo could probably give potential to [baijiu], especially in foreign markets”, agrees Yao Lu. And so despite the more complex, strong and intense flavours of baijiu, Le Sheng’s, el Coctel’s and The Alchemist’s efforts might spell the beginning of a baijiu breakthrough across the mainland. Le Sheng. 322 Anfu Lu, near Wukang Lu. Tel: 5406 6011 el Coctel. Floor 2, 47 Yongfu Lu, near Fuxing Xi Lu. Tel: 6433 6511, Web: www.elwilly.com.cn The Alchemist. Block 32, 45 Sinan Lu, near Fuxing Zhong Lu. Tel: 6426 0660, Web: www.alchemist-bar.com

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America Calling: Shanghai Bands Tour the US Tom Mangione

This year has seen more Shanghaibased rock bands take their acts across the Pacific than perhaps ever before. The Song Dynasty completed a whirlwind tour of the US’s west coast; Duck Fight Goose attended Austin, Texas’s annual rock brouhaha ‘South By Southwest’; and Rainbow Danger Club are gearing up for a month of touring all over the land of stars and stripes. Talk met with each of these bands, who sounded off on their thoughts about touring in the home of rock and roll.

h, the ambition of Shanghai. It’s a driving, bass drum beat that filters through the city inspiring locals and foreigners alike to pick up an instrument and jump on stage. But for some, playing shows in Shanghai is just the beginning. Shanghai’s more focused rock bands hope to bring their reverberations abroad. Some bands are going the extra mile, literally, and heading to the US. But it’s no easy feat. The first obstacle is booking shows. After all, you can’t just show up in a foreign country and expect to rock, can you? And even for bands members originally from the States but formed in Shanghai, this can be pretty difficult.

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For Dennis Ming Nichols, bassist of the Rainbow Danger Club, a local steam punk rock band, it started with helping Austin, Texas based band The Noise Revival Orchestra book a China tour. “I thought ‘hey, this is a band that’s just like us and they’re going to China. We can do that in America’.” So drawing help from The Noise Revival Orchestra, Nichols similarly began trying to book shows elsewhere and expand Rainbow Danger Club’s image. “At first it was really hard to convince anyone to let us play, but once we got two or three it proved easy.” Shanghai based The Song Dynasty, a jazz fusion rock band, were another group of artists that sought to get their name heard, and so used a US booking agent in order to get shows, even though this came at a price; they had to pay a hefty fee to the agent for each of the shows booked. As for “space rock” band Duck Fight Goose, touring in the US came about almost by a lucky break, receiving an invitation to play in the ‘South by Southwest’ music festival. “We weren’t really sure we were actually in until they published the list of the first accepted bands. When they published, that was when we realised it was for real,” says Duck Fight Goose’s manager, Brad Ferguson. http://shanghai.talkmagazines.cn - Become a Talk Insider!

Rainbow Danger Club

And once you’ve got shows to play, you’ve got to figure out how to get between them. Fancy pants hotels might be the name of the game for big rock stars, but for aspiring bands, the road can be a grimy, not to mention costly thing. Still, both The Song Dynasty and Duck Fight Goose were able to make things easier for themselves. “We had great friends in a lot of cities where we played, so we only needed to do a few hotels. That was one of the more fun parts of the trip. We rented a nice van so we weren’t too cramped and we had a lot of space [for our equipment],” says Ryan Baird, guitarist of The Song Dynasty. Though there were a few guilty splurges. Duck Fight Goose went so far on one gig as to rent a house in Austin for two weeks complete with swimming pool. “Everybody [in the band] was talking about what they wanted from the experience and if this was the only chance we were going to get to go to the US and play then it should be a good one,” said Ferguson. He says the band ended up paying around $15,000 (RMB 94,799) total for the trip including airfare, housing and the rest. The result being that they “broke even” on their tour. Rainbow Danger Club appears to be taking a more traditional approach for their own upcoming tour. They’ve secured one of the member’s dad’s van and plan to go from city to city as cheaply as possible. And yes, they’ll probably sleep in the van. The Song Dynasty

very band on the road has their demons, or at least something they’ve got to prove, right? Perhaps the biggest question that all of these bands face while touring in the US is their Chinese identity, whether actual or adopted. “There’s this whole thing that when a band is coming over one of the oceans that this band must be a big deal. People think we are proportionally famous to the degree to which we span the globe,” says Jesse Munson, guitarist and lead singer of Rainbow Danger Club. Saying that your band is from Shanghai also carries a stigma, although it’s not necessarily a bad one, points out Nichols. “It goes both ways. Booking shows one venue will ignore us, probably because we’re from China or Shanghai, and another venue will be like, ‘Whoa, you guys are from China? We gotta have you!’ I think more people are actually fascinated that we’re foreigners living in China.” The wayfarer lifestyle that dominates expat life in China is one that The Song Dynasty actively riffed on their most recent tour across the west coast. “Every time we introduced ourselves at a show our lead singer Kate would come up with a different combination.” says Baird. However, for Duck Fight Goose, a true Chinese band, the desire to lose the word China from descriptions of themselves is paramount. “It was half-half,” says Han Han, lead singer and guitarist for Duck Fight Goose. “We played one night in a bar with only other Chinese bands. They called it ‘China Night.’ But then we played in other bars with bands from nowhere, and then no one was asking where we were from.” Still, throughout all of the discussions about tours taken or about to be taken, what stands out is that all of these bands are fixed with an excited grin on their faces when talking about their tours. They’re out on the road, living the dream, after all. Duck Fight Goose. Web: http://site.douban.com/ duckfightgoose The Song Dynasty. Web: www.thesongdynasty.com Rainbow Danger Club. Web: www.rainbowdangerclub.com June12 TalkMagazine

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2012 WORLD MUSIC WEEK SHANGHAI

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HOTELTALK HOTEL OF THE MONTH:

Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen Tom Mangione

henzhen’s Futian District has the promise of becoming one of the hallmarks of this rising Chinese city. The financial industry has already set its sights on making the district its new home. Its commercial Coco Park development and surrounding bars and restaurants boast some of the city’s best shopping, dining and nightlife. A rail link is already under construction which will offer passengers transit to Hong Kong in a matter of minutes. All of this makes Futian District an exciting place to be, and the Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen is right in the heart of it. After stepping into one of the hotel’s Deluxe City View rooms for the first time, you’re greeted with the refined opulence

that the Shangri-La brand is known for. Five-star comforts gleaned from the Western hospitality tradition blend seamlessly with a focus on Eastern flora. Furniture filled with prints of plum blossoms and Japanese maples give way to traditional Chinese paintings of flowers and birds. And through the room’s spacious windows, you can enjoy stunning views of the Shenzhen skyline and nearby Lotus Hill Park, vistas perfect for contemplating over the complimentary tea served at your arrival. When your tea's done, it's time to eat. The Futian Shangri-La Shenzhen's dining options feature some of the best in Chinese and Eastern cuisine, while also offering a vast selection of international foods catering to the cosmopolitan palate. Cafe Zen infuses five-star style all-day dining with a distinct local Cantonese flair, featuring not just dim sum and char siu (barbecued pork) but also traditional doubleboiled soups using exotic ingredients like crocodile. Look for immense clay pots with dragons on them in the middle of the restaurant to try a bowl for yourself! A trip to the Futian Shangri-La Shenzhen would also be in vain

without having a meal at the Shang Garden, featuring huaiyang cai (food from the lower parts of the Yangtze River). Head Chef Anthony Dong's contemporary takes on classics like shizitou (large pork meatball in broth) and fusion dishes such as the coconut curry prawns with multicoloured mantou (steamed buns) are all executed with the kind of delicacy and refinement that makes for a satisfying dining experience. And if you’re looking for a truly authentic Cantonese fine dining experience, Fook Lam Moon on the second floor offers some of the best around. Of course, if you're staying at the Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen, chances are you are not just there to play. Although to get some work done, you won't have to go far. With a 93-seat auditorium, seven function rooms and two ballrooms, including the Grand Ballroom with a capacity of up to 2,100

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persons, attending or holding a conference at the Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen is a snap. And when the day is through, you can unwind with a few laps in the hotel's indoor pool or enjoy an invigorating workout using the state of the art facilities in the hotel’s gym. Or you might just want to retreat to the comfort of your room and lounge in the bathtub for a while, catching up on the news or enjoying a TV show on the bath-side TV. Lying there, you might think that this is all too good to be true. If only you could live in a place like this. Well, don't forget to give your boss a call. Did we mention the Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen has got serviced apartments as well? Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen. 4088 Yitian Lu, Futian District, Shenzhen. Tel: (755) 8828 4088, Web: www.shangri-la.com/shenzhen/ futianshangrila

The News

Hyatt on the Bund

Ritz Carlton Shenzhen

Swiss International Hotels & Resorts (China) announced the launch of its first hotel in China, the 588-room Swiss International Hotel Xiamen, formerly the Wyndham Xiamen. The deluxe five-star property is located ten minutes from the railway station and five minutes by foot from the ferry terminal.

Kempinski Hotel Suzhou

Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa

The Westin Wuhan Wuchang has been named as ‘The Best Hotel in Central South China’ at the fifth Annual TTG China Travel Awards 2012. Newly opened in 2011, the Westin Wuhan Wuchang is currently enjoying high acclaim. This is the hotel’s sixth award since opening.

Summer package: Experience one of the best views in Shanghai from the comfort of a Hyatt on the Bund room. For RMB 1,500, guests at this hotel can enjoy dining at the Aroma and Tea Room restaurants, and sup sublime cocktails at the acclaimed VUE bar. Or you might want to just relax by the poolside with no plans except your next treatment at Yuan Spa. Terms and conditions apply.

Suite package: More Space, more comfort, more luxury - more savings! For RMB 1,588, guests can enjoy a panorama suite with views of Dushu Lake with complimentary breakfast, high-speed internet access, access to the health club and 30% discount on spa treatments. Subject to 15% surcharge. http://shanghai.talkmagazines.cn - Become a Talk Insider!

Long stay package: For a minimum stay of seven nights, throughout the month of June, the Ritz Carlton Shenzhen provides the following special rates on its rooms: Deluxe Room: RMB 1,488 upwards; Premier Room: RMB 1,588 upwards; Club Deluxe Room: RMB 1,888 upwards. All prices are subject to 15% service charge. Subject to availability.

Golf package: Great weather, great beach resort, great golf. The Golf Package (RMB 3888 + 15% upwards) includes two nights accommodation in a garden view room, daily buffet breakfast for two, 10% discount on food and beverages, and of course two rounds of golf at the Sun Valley golf club. Conditions apply.

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SUITE TALK:

Park Hyatt Kerry Allen

he magnificent Shanghai World Financial Centre is a mesmorising sight on the Shanghai skyline. Rising up towards the stars and dwarfing the surrounding skyscrapers, it’s hard to not take this building as a reference point for your hopes and your aims, to sigh, raising your head towards the heavens and thinking, “One day.” But alas, we only live once, and whatever the occasion: you’re looking to treat your partner, you frequently come to Shanghai on business or you’re simply looking to be inspired, Park Hyatt, reaching from the 79th to the 93rd floor, is the highest hotel across mainland China, offering unrivalled views to any other hotel in Shanghai, and is the perfect place to come to get to know the city really intimately, up above it all. The awe factor of Park Hyatt is an experience that

you’ll remember for a lifetime, and I don’t make a statement like that lightly. The rooms designed by award winning interior designer Tony Chi of tony chi and associates, are stylishly furnished in creams and deep walnut hues with giant modern canvases adorning the walls. You’ll feel like a celebrity as you stroll about your 100 square metre plus suite, more so once you’ve experienced a bath in the oversized bathtub with the complimentary bath salts and Aromatherapy Associates cosmetics that the Park Hyatt offers. Cosying up then with an espresso from your in-room coffee machine in your Egyptian cotton robe and slippers, you can watch the sun going down over Shanghai, or enjoy a movie on one of the three plasma TV screens in the living room, bedroom or bathroom, and order from a selection of delicacies on the 24 hour in-room dining menu, or from

the award winning 100 Century Avenue restaurant. A night’s sleep in the Park Hyatt between the 500 thread count cotton sheets is pretty unforgettable, but what you’ll be telling your friends about are the high-tech Japanese toilets in your room, with automated lids and heated seats. No details are left spared, and with high class amenities everywhere you look, adjusting to normalcy after a night in this little taste of luxury will prove difficult. But once you’ve watched the sun rise over the Huangpu River from an 80 storey high, surveying your surroundings like a king in his castle, you’ll start to believe your dreams are that little bit more reachable. RMB 12,000 upwards. Park Hyatt Shanghai, 100 Shijie Dadao, near Dongtai Lu. Tel: 6888 1234, Web: http://shanghai.park. hyatt.com

The News

The Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel received the 'Best Meetings & Conventions Hotel in Shanghai' by TTG China Travel Awards 2012. This is the third consecutive year the hotel has won this prestigious industry award.

The Shanghai Marriott Hotel Luwan announced the official opening of Yu Bar, where guests can enjoy cocktails, fine wines and snacks. For June, guests can enjoy three cocktails at this stylish nighttime destination for only RMB 108 + 15%.

The Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao presented a successful night of swing, boogie and blues music last month with a fantastic turnout, featuring an acclaimed ensemble of musicians including Austria-born Richie Loidl and Clemens Vogler, as well as Redic and his band.

Carrying the reputation of the 'Wang Bao He' brand within Shanghai’s Grand Central Hotel for many years, the hotel announced the grand opening of its flagship restaurant in Beijing, offering authentic Shanghai cuisine and high quality Cantonese cuisine.

The Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental hotel reached a milestone with the completion of its 3,400 square metre outdoor swimming pool last month, offering an excellent playground for families this summer.

Hyatt Regency Qingdao has announced

The Westin Guangzhou welcomes Antony McNeil as Director of food & beverage. McNeil comes from Australia and has over 23 years experience in five star hotels, airport and resort operations.

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts is slated to welcome guests to its first hotel in the Middle East in early July. With 1,487 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, the Swissôtel Makkah will constitute the largest hotel in Saudi Arabia.

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the appointment of Anthony Ha as general manager. Ha has over 20 years of experience in the hotel management industry and joined the Hyatt Regency Qingdao in 2011.

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IT’SADATE

A day for dads: Café Bistro's Father's Day Brunch is a feast with dads in mind. On 17 June from 11.45am – 3pm, families can enjoy hot dogs off the grill and the thrill of a lucky draw. There's also a beer drinking competition for dad to show off his drinking prowess by downing some brews. Responsibly, of course! RMB 398 + 15%; RMB 228 + 15% per child (4 - 11 years old); (21) 6275 8888 x 4814

Gran Melia Shanghai

Three special set lunch menu offer: From 11.30am – 2.30pm this month, enjoy a taste of Spain with this fantastic promotion. Guests at the Spanish Albero Restaurant can enjoy one cold starter, one main course (fish, meat or paella) and one fruit salad. Free flow soft drink, coffee and tea is included. RMB 148 + 15% upwards; (21) 3867 9938

Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai

Park Hyatt Shanghai

InterContinental Shanghai Puxi

Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai

Shanghai Marriott Hotel Changfeng Park

Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre

Shanghai JC Mandarin

Sheraton Shanghai Hongqiao Hotel

Dining Room promotion: From 6 – 30 June, Chef Lukas showcases some creative, light French and Italian dishes in aid of the warmer weather, in the form of carpaccios and tartares using classic beef and truffle combinations with modern interpretations. RMB 125 + 15% upwards; (21) 6888 1234 x 4559

All you can eat yakitori at Sakitori: With the welcoming of a new season Shanghai Marriott Changfeng Park is offering an expansive selection of the delicacies that build the foundation for Japanese cuisine including “original yakitori”, minced chicken and sliced beef rolls, all you can eat! RMB 178 + 15% upwards; (21) 2215 6850

Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park

Vietnam promotion: The Celadon restaurant is going Vietnamese throughout June and July with the Renaissance’s resident Vietnamese chef sharing the best recipes from his hometown: expertly prepared noodles, Vietnamese sandwiches, coffees and beers, and fresh spring rolls. Go ahead, have a pho! From 15 June to 15 July; (21) 6115 8888 http://shanghai.talkmagazines.cn - Become a Talk Insider!

Living up to your afternoon: From 3 – 5.30pm daily in June, visitors to the Avenue Lobby Lounge at the InterContinental Puxi can sample tasty treats with this yummy themed afternoon tea, serving up a selection of sweet treats. RMB 88 +15% upwards; (21) 5253 9999 x 6311

Teppanyaki promotion: Until 14 June, guests at the City Centre Marriott can enjoy the Premier Australian wagyu beef steak set, which includes a choice of appetiser, dobin mushi soup, 150g of tenderloin or strip loin beef, and original Inagiku ice cream. RMB 680 + 15%; (21) 2312 9888 x 6717

Sheraton Guangzhou Hotel

Dragon Boat Festival promotion: For the traditional Chinese festival, the Sheraton is preparing a selection of rice dumplings for you to enjoy with family and friends. A range of flavours including date and bean, preserved pork and egg yolk, and oatmeal, green bean, red bean and peanut are available. RMB 128; (20) 6668 8888 x 6806

Memories of mama: Until 5 July, every Saturday from 6 – 10pm, celebrity chef Shuai Xiao Jian is cooking up mouthwatering Shanghainese specialties. If your mum is Shanghainese, what better way to treat her on Mother’s Day, this might just be a trip down memory lane for her. RMB 38 + 15% upwards; (21) 6256 8888 x 1889

Kerry Master series: As part of a 12 month period showcasing top chefs across various cuisines, Chef Raku Le, who has worked in Japan for 11 years, will be conducting a special sushi making class in The Cook restaurant on 13 June. The Kerry Hotel will also serve speciality Japanese dishes throughout the month. RMB 300 + 15% for 13 June; (21) 6169 8888 x 6853

Summer light quick luncheon combo: Throughout June, the JC Mandarin is offering a refreshing summer deal at the Park Lane Café: from 12 – 2pm, guests can enjoy a house salad with a choice of dressing, along with helpings of a signature ice tea. What could be more ideal in this weather? RMB 88 + 15%; (21) 6279 1888 x 5108

China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel

Fresh Oysters: Enjoy fresh oysters flown in from Australia, France, South Africa, Canada and the United States exclusively at Prime Steakhouse. Served chilled on the half shell, these ocean delicacies make the perfect appetiser and pair well with a glass of your favourite wine or bubbly. Available per piece, half dozen or dozen; (20) 8666 6888 x 3468 June12 TalkMagazine

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TOP THREE COMMUNITY EVENTS

3 June

JAR Animal Adoption Day Jaiya’s Animal Rescue holds its first monthly adoption day where potential owners can meet pets looking for a good home. 11am – 3pm. Papa’s Bierstube Restaurant, http:// jargroup.doodlekit.com, shanghaidogs@gmail.com

9 June

Chinese Arts & Crafts Fair Young Chinese artists, painters, musicians and craftsmen all share their goods. Memo, Utsuwa Meshi, Café Sambal and Melange Oasis provide snacks for the passersby. 10am – 4pm. Jiashan Market, 136 0194 7647, cacf2012@163.com

16 June

Painting Without a Brush Workshop for Kids Local painter Stéfanie Vallée leads a workshop made to help children explore their own creativity by painting without a brush. 9.30am – 12pm. RMB 350, includes art supplies and a three course fresh organic lunch. Origin, artiste@ stefanievallee.com

1 June

M Wine Talk: “Old World vs New World” Vivian Tan from big time wine distributor ASC leads a tasting and discussion where old world and new world wines are compared, going cork to cork, if you will. 6.30pm. RMB 88, includes wine. Glamour, 6350 9988, www.mrestaurantgroup.com

1 June

Italian National Day Bar Rouge goes Italian for the evening in celebration of Italy’s 66th National day. Italiano disco tracks fill the air and a green, white and red dress code fills the crimson halls. RMB 100. Bar Rouge, littleitaly@mvpshanghai.com Zhang Weiwei and Guo Long CD Release Popular Chinese folk artists Zhang Weiwei and Guo Long hold the Shanghai release party for their jointly recorded CD, Baiyin Hotel. RMB 100, (RMB 80 presale). MAO Livehouse, www. mao-music.com

2 June

TOP THREE FOOD EVENTS 12 June

Eat Alien Brain Digital hardcore band Eat Alien Brain arrives in Shanghai fresh from Chengdu to share their pops, fizzles, bangs and screams. Udance DJs Esa and Sun get the crowd ready for the sonic assault. Dada, 150 0018 2212

Sons of Liberty Staged Reading The 5th Wall Theatre Company holds a staged reading of local playwright and actor Jason Lasky’s play Sons of Liberty, a work about a struggling writer attempting to write a play about incarcerated Wikileaks source Bradley Manning. 6pm - late (5.30pm doors). RMB 120 (RMB 100 presale) includes one drink. Anken Green, 139 1735 7942, 5thwalltheater@ gmail.com

5 June

Silver Jubilee Party glo London gets transported back to 1977 to relive the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. In addition to retro styled kitsch, there will also be a buffet of 70s-styled British foods: jelly and cream, cheese and pineapple on sticks, sausage rolls and finger sandwiches. Yum! glo London, 6466 6565, www.glolondon.com

5 June

Els’ Kitchen After Hours: Asian Inspiration Cooking workshop Els’ Kitchen leads an evening of cooking food from across Asia: pumpkin soup with lemongrass and mushrooms, Oriental fish parcels and coconut blend with red fruits. 7 – 10pm. RMB 400. Els’ Kitchen, 137 9523 2215, www.elskitchen.webs.com

Tiger Head, Snake Tails Author Jonathan Fenby gives a lecture discussing his book Tiger Head, Snake Tails: China Today, How it Got There and Where it is Heading for the Royal Asiatic Society China in Shanghai. 6.30pm. RMB 130 (RMB 80 RAS members). Lily Hall, www. royalasiaticsociety.org.cn

2 June 21 June

M Food Talk: A Farmer’s Tale Expatriate boutique vegetable farmer Richard Gelber discusses the trials and tribulations of growing fancy pants vegetables in China with M Chef Hamis Pollitt. 12pm. RMB 188, includes a three course lunch and coffee or tea. M on the Bund, 6350 9988, www.m-restaurantgroup.com

27 June

Tango Wine Dinner MAYA, Everwines and the Tango Bang Dance Studio team up for a night of Argentinian cuisine and tango dancing. A four course meal complete with Argentinian Malbec wine is followed by a dance performance. 7pm. RMB 480. Maya, 138 1894 2747, maya-rob@cosmogroup.cn

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Brawl on the Bund VI Let’s get ready to rumble! The Brawl on the Bund returns with eight bouts of amateur ‘white collar boxing’ during a four course black-tie dinner with free flow booze. 7pm - late. RMB 800 – 1,500. Kerry Hotel, www.smartshanghai. com/smartticket/brawl-on-the-bund Brawl on the Bund Afterparty After-office workers pummel each other on the Bund, boxers and spectators can enjoy the official Brawl on the Bund after party at Bar Rouge. Dress code: black tie. RMB 100. Bar Rouge, 6339 1199

3 June

Steve Aoki Electro titan Steve Aoki, reworker of Snoop Dogg and mixmaster of Lenny Kravitz, touches down at Shanghai’s hall of mirrors for one night only. RMB 400 (RMB 200 presale). G Plus, 5386 8088

6 – 8 June

Entremets Entremots The Sofitel Shanghai Hyland hosts French theatre company Theatre Nono’s Entremets Entremots, a show where 60 diners interact with their ‘hosts’, participating in and reacting to discussions and digressions over a nine course French meal. Performed in French and Chinese. 7pm. RMB 1,288. Sofitel Shanghai Hyland, 6351 5888 x 4406, sofitel-sales3@ hyland-shanghai.com

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JUNE 7 – 9 and 13 – 19 June

TOP THREE NIGHTLIFE EVENTS

Closer Local English-language theatre company, Blue Lane presents Closer by Patrick Marber. Made into a movie of the same name starring Jude Law, Clive Owen, Natalie Portman and Julia Roberts, the play tells the story of two couples and their intertwined infidelities. 8pm (7pm doors). RMB 200 (RMB 180 presale). Strictly Furniture Showroom (Wharf 1846), 138 1763 4907, bluelaneboxoffice@ gmail.com

1 – 2 June

2012 Kidult Festival Hollywood teams up with party organiser 591party for a night where you are invited to get in touch with your inner child, with paper airplanes, pillow fights and the rest. 8.30pm - late. RMB 120 (RMB 80 presale). Hollywood, 5150 1008, www.hollywoodshanghai.com

8 June

CAPTIALS: DJ Anuar The house that red built launches a night for hosting resident DJs from the hippest nightclubs throughout the world. Tonight it’s DJ Anuar, resident DJ at Singapore’s Filter and Mink clubs. Expect Southeast Asian styled soul, 80s, house and funk. RMB 100. Bar Rouge, 6339 1199

23 June

13 June

Jupiter The Parisian electro-house disco infused duo Jupiter arrives in Shanghai on their Asian tour. Expect to hear eclectic samplings filtered through the mash of hip-busting beats. 9pm - late. RMB 60. MAO Livehouse, www.maomusic.com

30 June

Born in Rio Get transported to the sandy shores of Rio de Janeiro at Bar Rouge with batucada rhythms, cachaça cocktails and samba dancers. Get ready to party like a true Carioca. RMB 100. Bar Rouge, 6339 1199

8 June

maybeshewill UK instrumental post-rock band, maybeshewill stops in Shanghai on their Asian tour. Shaoxing-based Little Wizard supports. 8.30pm - late. RMB 120 (RMB 80 presale). MAO Livehouse, www.mao-music.com

TOP THREE LIVE MUSIC EVENTS

The Ice Cream Truck Crave a rave? Shanghai’s debaucherous party crew, The Ice Cream Truck returns to its original Xingfu Lu haunt for a night of tech-house, electro and the usual chaos. Dada, 150 0018 2212

9 June

M Glamour Book Exchange Bring a book or two to swap for books from Glamour’s wide selection of titles covering an array of genres and authors. 2 – 4pm. Free entry. Glamour, 6350 9988, www.mrestaurantgroup.com

1 – 2 June 14 June

Poetic Textures The Elisabeth de Brabant Art Center presents the works of Ma Nan which combine collage and ancient Chinese calligraphy with oil paining. Elisabeth de Brabant Art Center, 6466 7428

Independent China in Stereo – Part One Prominent Beijing-based record label Maybe Mars hosts the first of its three showcases in Shanghai to commemorate its fifth anniversary. Maybe Mars folk artists Low Wormwood and Xiao He support. 8pm - late. RMB 120 (RMB 100 presale). MAO Livehouse, www.mao-music.com

Jason Mraz The platinum selling American singersongwriter, best known for his song 'I'm Yours' touches down in China's city by the sea. 7.30pm. RMB 280 – 880. Shanghai Grand Stage, 5150 9199, http://en.piao.com. cn/shanghai/ticket_ 2625html

10 June

13 June

Night Market Indie fashion is the theme at this month’s Dada night market. Get your clothing, accessories and homemade food at Xingfu Lu’s bastion of hipsterdom. Dada, 150 0018 2212 http://shanghai.talkmagazines.cn - Become a Talk Insider!

The Last Waltz: Boys Climbing Ropes After six years of playing shows in Shanghai and throughout China, the members of local band Boys Climbing Ropes are going their separate ways. X is Y, Duck Fight Goose, Rainbow Danger Club, Stegosaurus?, Battle Cattle, The Macaronians, Naohai, Moon Tyrant, Iamalam, Next Year’s Love, Androsace and more join the band for a two-day farewell extravaganza. 8.30pm – late on 1 June, 5pm – late on June 2. RMB 50 per day, RMB 80 for a two-day pass (available on the first evening). Yuyintang, 5237 8662, wwww.yytlive.com

14 June

King Salami & The Cumberland 3 With roots in Japan, France, the Caribbean and Spain, the London-based rhythm and blues band shakes out a vibe with influences from rockabilly, garage rock and Afro-Caribbean music. The Macaronians, Friend or Foe and DJ Snaff O’Hara round out the night. 9.30pm - late. RMB 50 (RMB 40 students). Yuyintang, 5237 8662, wwww.yytlive.com JAR Animal Adoption Day Jaiya’s Animal Rescue holds its second monthly adoption day. Dogs, cats and more are on display for potential adopters to meet and greet. 11am – 3pm. Cool Docks South Plaza, http:// jargroup.doodlekit.com, shanghaidogs@gmail.com

TICT Rooftop Party The Ice Cream Truck’s rooftop party series at the Bund lighthouse continues with Beijing’s Elvis T and DJ Mia on the decks. Mau Mau, Trix and The Uhhh fill in the gaps as the party rages. 4pm – 2am. Free before 5pm with RSVP. RMB 80 includes one drink. Atanu, www.tictcreative.com

16 June

The Fever Machine Stoned out local rock outfit The Fever Machine headlines its first show of the year. Chaos Mind (Shanghai) and Cassette (Beijing) come to keep them amplifiers groovin’. 9.30pm - late. RMB 40. Yuyintang, 5237 8662, wwww.yytlive.com

23 June

Independent China In Stereo – Part Three Prominent Beijing-based record label Maybe Mars hosts the last of its three showcases in Shanghai to commemorate its fifth anniversary. Maybe Mars artists Carsick Cars, Birdstriking, Duck Fight Goose and Chui Wan support. 8pm - late. RMB 120 (RMB 100 presale). MAO Livehouse, www.mao-music.com

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TOP THREE BEIJING EVENTS

16 June

What Can I Do to Attract You? A group of eight French and Chinese artists share works made in response to the question ‘what can I do to attract you?’ 4pm. Studio Rouge, 5252 7856.

16 June

2 June

Steve Aoki The LA-based famed electro DJ and producer stops off in Beijing to make the crowds jump and jive. 10pm - late. RMB 200 – 500. Tango 3/F, 132 4111 1270, seedance@163. com

16 June

Hedgehog Album Release Veteran Beijing-based rock band Hedgehog release their newest album, Sun Fun Gun. 9pm. RMB 80 (RMB 60 presale). Yugong Yishan, 6404 2711, www.yugongyishan. com

The One-Legged Admiral The Royal Asiatic Society hosts journalist Tim Luard telling the gripping story of how the one-legged Admiral Chan Chak miraculously escaped from Hong Kong just before its surrender to Japan in the Second World War. 4pm. RMB 80 (RMB 30 members). Radisson Blu Plaza Xingguo Hotel, www. royalasiaticsociety.org.cn

17 June

Artistry on Ice American film star Katie Holmes hosts an all-star ice skating program based around the theme 'Red Temptation'. Olympic champions Evgeni Plushenko (Russia), Yuna Kim (Korea), Shizuka Arakawa (Japan) and the couple Shen Xue and Zhao Hongbo all take to the ice. 7.30pm. RMB 180 – 1,280. Shanghai Oriental Sports Centre, 5150 9199, http://en.piao.com.cn/shanghai/ticket_ 2599.html

22 June

Stockholm Syndrome It’s time to dress in black for a night where goth and industrial work their dark ways into the lighter recesses of house and disco music. Expect dark sounds and darker visuals. Dada, 150 0018 2212 Independent China In Stereo – Part Two Prominent Beijing-based record label Maybe Mars hosts the second of its three showcases in Shanghai to commemorate its fifth anniversary. Maybe Mars artists Snapline, AVokubo, Proximity Butterfly and Rustic all support. 8pm. RMB 120 (RMB 100 presale). MAO Livehouse, www.mao-music.com Fake Me, I’m Famous City Moments teams up with Hollywood for a party devoted to celebrity impersonators. “Gadgets and decorations everywhere.” Ladies get into the walk of fame for free. Fellas, it’s RMB 50 for you. 10pm – 2.30am. Hollywood, www.hollywoodshanghai.com

23 June

Fete de La Musique Afterparty It’s that time of year again when Shanghai’s musical artists fill the streets with music – Fete de La Musique. After a day of music, The Acid Pony Club, Horses and El’se keep the celebration going with disco-infused house and electro. Dada, 150 0018 2212

24 June

Crystal Chamber Music: Fraganza Quartet The quartet performs two selections: Schubert’s Quartet in E and Haydn’s Quartetto in G. 4pm. RMB 75 (RMB 20 students) includes one drink. Glamour, 6350 9988, www.mrestaurantgroup.com

18 – 19 June 28 – 30 June

Play: At Sea Israel’s Ruth Kanner Theatre Group presents a play made up of two stories which explore humanity’s hypocrisies and hidden desires. 28 – 29 June, 7.30pm; 30 June, 2.30pm. RMB 80. Penghao Theatre, (10) 6400 6452, www. penghaoren.com

TOP THREE SOUTH CHINA EVENTS

Metropolitan Opera HD Live: Aida The Metropolitan Opera broadcasts its current production of Verdi's Aida in HD. For opera fans, it's as close as you can get without going to the Met yourself. 7.15pm. RMB 50 – 200. Shanghai Grand Theatre, 5150 9199, http://en.piao.com.cn/shanghai/ ticket_2637.html

19 June

Zhujiajiao and the Grand Canal This tour to Shanghai’s nearby watertown held my Newman Tours gives participants the chance to see the traditional Chinese garden Kezhi Yuan, the town’s City God Temple as well as take a ride on a gondola through the town’s canals. 10.30am – 4.30pm. RMB 680 (adults), RMB 580 (students), RMB 380 (kids) includes transportation, entry fees, Chinese lunch and a native English speaking tour guide. Newman Tours, 138 1777 0229, www. newmantours.com

Every Wednesday

Never Say Never Two for one gin martinis and 007 movies all night long at glo London’s third floor lounge bar. It’s an evening sure to leave you shaken, not stirred. glo London, 6466 6565, www. glolondon.com

Every Sunday

Shanghai Race Club Tour Newman Tours hosts a tour of seven of Shanghai’s colonial era buildings, culminating in a tour of the Shanghai Race Club, where visitors can learn about the 1934 Shanghai Cup. 1.30 – 5.30pm. RMB 390 (adults), RMB 350 (students), RMB 290 (kids) includes tour, private air conditioned vehicle and all entry tickets. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Newman Tours, 138 1777 0229, www.newmantours.com

9 June

Zhuhai International Dragon Boat Tournament The Zhuhai Municipal Government hosts 24 racing teams from around the world to compete in standard 800m straight ahead races. Lion and dragon dances as well as shows by model aircraft will take place between the heats. 8am – 1pm. Xidi Park, Zhuhai

26 June

We Will Rock You The LupHam Music Group organises an evening of live rock music including ChongKimBan, DaiMokWong, Candy Man and Power Milk. Oh yes, let the rocking begin. 8pm - late. RMB 60 (RMB 40 presale) includes one beer. Musician Livehouse, (20) 2215 0066, http://weibo.com/lupham

21 June

Mahler and His World The Bard Conservatory Orchestra plays a two part program during its first ever world tour. The first portion is a mixed program focusing on the talents of its students, while the second portion honours the great composer, Gustav Mahler. 7.30pm. RMB 80 – 380. Guangzhou Opera House, (20)3839 2888, www.gzdjy.org

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19 June

Yolk: Card Swapping Event Bring a stack of business cards and get ready to network at lightning speed. Participants get one minute to exchange cards and say what they're all about before meeting someone new. 7.30pm. RMB 120 (RMB 100 with RSVP). Shanghai Brewery II, http://tuesnightsocial@yolk.com

20 June

FC Club (Shangha) All Alumni Networking Evening Shanghai’s networking club hosts a night for the alumni of some of the world’s most prestigious business schools to hobnob. Schools invited include Harvard HBS, U Penn Wharton, Chicago Booth, Dartmouth Tuck, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern, Duke Fuqua, Virginia Darden… well, you get the idea. See the club’s website for the full list. 7.30 – 11pm. RMB 170 (RMB 120 presale) including one drink, canapés and lucky draw. Pullman Shanghai Skyway Hotel, 3318 9988, www.fcclub.com/events/ june202012sh/

Every Weekend

Weekend Barbecue Summer Series Upscale Xinjiang restaurant Xibo is serves up an all-you-can-eat BBQ menu on its former French Concession patio. RMB 158. Xibo, 5403 8330, http://xiboxinjiang.com

All Month

Euro Cup Deal If there’s a Euro Cup game on the telly, then glo London has got a deal for you. RMB 76 gets you a classic London pie and one pint of beer to get you through the game. glo London, 6466 6565, www.glolondon.com

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BISTRO BURGER A Mansion Building, 291 Fumin Lu, (near Changle Lu). T: 6170 1315

Real handmade burgers with fresh ingredients. Hours: Sun-Thu 10am-midnight, Fri-Sat 10am-4am

BLUE FROG •102-103A, Block 6, Daning Life

Hub, 1918 Gonghe Xin Lu. T: 6631 3920. 207-6 Maoming Nan Lu. T: 6445 6634. Room 3, Green Sports & Leisure Centre, 633 Biyun Lu, Pudong. T: 5030 6426. GF, Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu. T: 5047 3488. 30 Hongmei Entertainment Street, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu. T: 5422 5119. Lower Level, Unit 12, Novel City, 131 Tianyaoqiao Lu. T: 3368 6117 The ever-reliable Frog.

茂名南路270-6; 浦东金桥, 碧云路 633号-3; 浦东新区陆家嘴西路168号正大广场GF27（1楼）; 虹梅路3338弄 30号; 天钥桥路131号永新坊地下一层 12室(辛耕路口)

KING •132BURGER Yuyuan Lu (near Jiaozhou Lu). T: 6255 2144

Ooh we love a Whopper. www.burgerking.com

汉堡王: 愚园路132号，近胶州路

ROOM •1M,GRILL Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, 1108 Meihua Lu, Pudong. T: 3858 0888

The steak is great but we love the antipasto and condiment bar!

California Grill •40F,JW’s JW Marriott Hotel, 399 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 5359 4969 x 6455

Café 1188 •Lobby Level, InterContinental

Shanghai Expo, 1188 Xueye Lu (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1208 Interactive kitchens and live cooking stations make this brunch a feast for the eyes.

咖啡厅1188：浦东雪野路1188号，近南码头路，上海世博洲际酒店一楼

C by House of Flour •1228 Beijing Xi Lu. T: 6289 3083 More magic, melting mouthfuls from Brian Tan. 北京西路1228号

Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf •Unit 140-141, Shanghai City Centre,

100 Zunyi Lu. T: 6237 1458. Block B, 1F, Jinlinghaixin Building, 666 Fuzhou Lu (near Yan’an Dong Lu). T: 6391 7971. House 10, Lane 181 Taicang Lu, Xintiandi North Block. T: 6387 4248. 915 Huang Jincheng Lu. T: 6209 9212. Azia Centre, 133 Yincheng Bei Lu. T: 5877 9558. 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, Unit GF02, Super Brand Mall. T: 5047 1012. No 2, 99 Xikang Lu (near Nanjing Xi Lu). T: 6289 2163. Unit 1, Basement, Plaza KIC, 270 Songhu Lu. T: 6533 3103. Unit 1051B, 1F, Cloud 9 Mall, 1018 Changning Lu. T: 5237 1781. Zendai Thumb Plaza, No.18, 199 Fangdian Lu. T: 5833 0801. Infniti Plaza ,138 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6375 6167

Jamaica Blue •Chevalier Shop: 82 Wulumuqi Lu.

Shanghai Corporate Avenue Shop: Shop 10, Level 2, 222 Hubin Lu. Ramada Shop: Shop 6, 719 Nanjing Dong Lu Binjiang Shop: 60 Weifang Xi Lu The Exchange: Lobby 101, The Exchange, 299 Tongren Lu Lixing International Plaza Shop: Shop 101,1319 Yan’an Xi Lu. KIC Square Shop: Shop 102A, Building 3, KIC Square, 333 Songhu Lu,Yangpu Central Park Shop: Shop 107, Building 16, Phase 2 Central Park, Apartment 6, Chaoyang Menwei Dajie,Chaoyang District, Beijing Park Avenue Shop: Shop 115, Park Avenue, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Nan Lu, Chaoyang District, Beijing Yosemite Shop: Lobby 1, Yosemite Club, 4 Yuyang Road, Houshayu Town, Shunyi District, Beijing 亦园店:乌鲁木齐中路82号;上海企业天地店:湖滨路222号1号楼2层10号铺;南京东路店:南京东路719号6号商铺;上海浦东潍坊西路60号（近浦城路）;东海广场店:铜仁路299号东海广场101;利星国际广场店:上海市长宁区延安西路1319弄101室;创智广场店:杨浦区淞沪路333号创智天地三期102A单元;新城国际店:朝阳区朝外大街6号新城国际B期16号楼107号商铺;公园大道店;朝阳区公园南路6号院 4-3号;顺义优山美地店:顺义区后沙峪镇榆阳路4号优山美地俱乐部

Hotel, 500 Hengfeng Lu, Shanghai. T: 5253 9999 x 6336

Slabs of meat are complemented by a collection of premium vintages from the wine cellar.

Alley •NewPeacock Tower Lobby Level, Waldorf Astoria

恒丰路500号,上海浦西洲际酒店 3 楼

Bakery & Deli

•2F,Bauernstube Sheraton Shanghai Hongqiao Hotel, 5 Zunyi Nan Lu. T: 6275 8888 x 3104

One of the best places in Shanghai to get cold cuts.

农夫之家食品店：上海市遵义南路 5号，虹桥喜来登上海太平洋大饭店2楼

glo London Bakery Cafe •1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu (near Dongping Lu). T: 6466 6565

Freshly-baked goodies await carb lovers here, and there's fresh roasted coffee for a pick-me-up. Hours: 7am-10pm. www. glolondon.com

Shanghai on the Bund, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6322 9988 Hours: 9am-11pm

Café •1F,Gourmet Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6289 5733

陕西北路455号; 南京西路1376号上海商城111室

Costa Coffee •Shop B, 1F, Ramada Plaza, 719

Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6351 2916. Ciro's Plaza, 388 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6334 6035. 545 Pudong Dadao. T: 6888 1773. Metro Tower: 1111 Zhaojiabang Lu. T: 6426 7854. 15 & 17 Xiangcheng Lu (near Dongfang Lu). T: 5081 1182. Joy Plaza: 9 Zhenning Lu. T: 5238 2901. 3196 Hongmei Lu. T: 6406 5909. 269 Wujiang Lu. T: 6136 1403. 638 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 5306 5231. 588 Nanquan Bei Lu. T: 5190 6295

Costa cafés are springing up all over town. www.costa.net.cn (华美达店) 南京东路715号; (仙乐斯店) 南京西路388号仙乐斯广场; (港汇店) 虹桥路1号港汇广场2楼; (Eton 裕景店) 浦东大道545号; (美罗城办公楼) 肇嘉浜路1111号; 向城路15号和 17号; 九尊,镇宁路9号; 虹梅路3196号

LOUNGE •GF,JASMINE Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20

Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6321 6888 Bakery •1F,Madeleine Hotel Sofitel, 505 Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6351 5888 x 4186

Chocolate éclairs and other Parisian goodies. Hours: 7am-9pm 玛德莱娜西饼屋: 南京东路505号, 海仑宾馆1楼

Cafes, Coffee, Ice Cream

•C-6,BECA Red Town, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu. T: 6280 7232

The perfect place to contemplate life over a latte.

Famed for its traditional high tea indulgence presented on tiered silver tea stands. Hours: 8am – midnight. www.fairmont.com 中国上海南京东路20号 200002

Crème Milano •434LeShaanxi Nan Lu. T: 6433 5208 www.lecrememilano.com

The Lobby •Lobby Level, The Peninsula Shanghai, 32 on the Bund. T: 2327 2888

All-day dining and the celebrated Peninsula Afternoon Tea with live entertainment. 大堂茶座: 中山东一路32号上海半岛酒大堂

Qbake 原味坊 •Carrefour Gubei Shop; 268,

Shuicheng Nan Lu. T: 3211 0230. Room 107, Infiniti Plaza 1F, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu.T: 5888 8993. Room 113, Building 1, Xinyi Street, Building 84, 700 Yishan Lu. T: 3469 0036. Carrefour Jinqiao Shop: 1F, 555 Biyun Lu. T: 5888 8993. Jinting Shop: Unit 1-07,1078 Hongquan Lu. T: 3468 7598 www.qbake.cn

家乐福古北店：水城南路268号古北家乐福1楼. 淮海中路店：淮海中路 138号无限度广场商场1楼107室. 宜山路店：宜山路700号84栋新宜街1号楼 113室. 家乐福金桥店：浦东新区金桥碧云路555号. 井亭店：虹泉路1078号 1-07单元

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•30 cha Sinan Lu (near Huaihai Zhong Lu). T: 6093 2062

Hong Kong-style canting straight out of the 1950s.

Bistro •3F,China Renaissance Shanghai Yuyuan

Hotel, 159 Henan Nan Lu (near Fuyou Lu). T: 2321 8888 Capturing the essence of great home cooked provincial Chinese cuisine. Hours: 11am-2.30pm, 5-10pm

万丽轩: 河南南路159号豫园万丽酒店 3楼(近福佑路)

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Crystal Jade Unit 2F-12A & B, House 6-7, Lane 123 Xingye Lu, South Block Xintiandi. T: 6385 8752. 7F, West Gate Mall, 1038 Nanjing Xi Lu (near Jiangning Lu). T: 5228 1133. 507B, 5F, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu

Club Jin Mao of Grand Hyatt Shanghai, one of the most exclusive authentic Shanghainese restaurants. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm

金茂俱乐部：浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦大酒店86楼

1039 •1039FuYuyuan Lu (near Jiangsu Lu).

羿庭：上海外滩华尔道夫酒店,上海市黄浦区中山东一路2号

Beacon Café •500Red Beijing Xi Lu (inside Jing'an Sculpture Park)

北京西路500号（静安雕塑公园二号门）

Salon de Ville •Waldorf Astoria Club L Level, Waldorf

Astoria Shanghai on the Bund, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6322 9988

Talk likes to enjoy an afternoon reminiscing at the former news room where Shanghai Club members read their papers and smoked their pipes. Hours: 12-11pm

上海外滩华尔道夫酒店上海黄浦区中山东一路2号

• Emerald Garden

2F, Sheraton Shanghai Hongqiao Hotel, 5 Zunyi Nan Lu. T: 6275 8888 x 4910 Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm

翡翠园中餐厅：上海市遵义南路5号，虹桥喜来登上海太平洋大饭店2楼

Lam Moon •2F,Fook River Wing, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu. T: 6882 8888 x 25

Specialises in sharks fin, abalone and birds nest. Hours: Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am-3pm. Daily 5-10pm

福临门: 浦东富城路33号上海浦东香格里拉大酒店浦江2楼

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Jade Chinese Restaurant 5F, Hotel Main Tower, InterContinental Shanghai Puxi. T: 5253 9999 x 6399

COURT •TheMING Langham Xintiandi, Level 5, 99

Madang Road, Xintiandi. T: 2330 2288

If you crave contemporary Chinese cuisine, then Ming Court is your choice. Specialising in Shanghainese and Cantonese dishes, creating an innovative mix of traditional favourites and modern delicacies.

www.mingcourt-xintiandi.com

新天地朗廷酒店: 马当路99号五层

Offers an upscale Sichuan dining experience.

天府楼: 华山路250号希尔顿酒店39楼

Spice •3F,Sichuan No.500 Hengfeng Lu, Hotel Main Tower, InterContinental Shanghai. T: 5253 9999 x 6358

Garden •6F,Paradise Jinmao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, Pudong. T: 5047 7773

Hours: 11.30am-3pm, 5.30-11pm

天萃庭: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂裙房6层

CUISINE •6F,SHANG-HIGH Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel

Shanghai. 1108 Meihua Lu, Pudong. T: 3858 0768 / 0760

A new Cantonese restaurant with a modern design. www.fccshanghai.com 上海市巨鹿路889号(11-12幢3-4层) 靠近常熟路

Hui Tang •2F,Sheng InterContinental Shanghai Expo,

We love it for its interactive show kitchens and live cooking stations.

Jing Ge •5F,Wei Waldorf Astoria Club, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6322 9988

Fancy pants Cantonese at the Waldorf - what's not to love? www.waldorfastoriashanghai.com Hours: Lunch 11.30am-3pm, Dinner 5.30-11pm. 蔚景阁中山东一路2号外滩华尔道夫酒店5楼

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Whampoa Club 5F, Three on the Bund, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6321 3737

黄浦会: 中山东一路3号外滩3号5楼

淮海路1250号，近常熟路

•BundTan18,Wai5F,Lou 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu.

Xiao Nan Guo •3337 Hongmei Lu. T: 3208 9777.

Café •2F,YiGrand Tower, Pudong Shangri-La,

Gourmet Cantonese on the Bund. Hours: 11am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm

740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0800

T: 6339 1188

滩外楼中餐厅: 外滩18号5楼,中山东一路18号

Hao •39F,Wan JW Marriott Hotel, 399 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 5359 4969 x 6436

Cantonese creations with stunning city views. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.3010.30pm

万豪轩中餐厅：南京西路399号39楼

Li Restaurant •2F,Wan Renaissance Shanghai Pudong

Hotel, 100 Changliu Lu. T: 3871 4888 x 6612 Hours: 11am-2pm, 5-10pm

•25F,Zpark 1018 Changning Lu (Renaissance

万丽轩: 浦东长柳路100号淳大万丽酒店2层

Sit back, relax and choose from a range of 60 coffee varieties from around the world.

T: 3323 6666

Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel). T: 6115 8810

Yue Xuan •Tower 2, 1F, 1116 Hongsong Dong Lu.

长宁路1018号上海龙之梦万丽酒店25楼

Seriously authentic Cantonese, and the Singaporean chef throws in some great Southeast Asian specialties too!

Chinese - Cantonese

•8F,AiLeMei Royal Méridien Shanghai, 789

Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 3318 9999 x 7700 Traditional Cantonese, with innovative presentations. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm,

Sichuan Citizen Restaurant •& Bar 30 Donghu Lu. T: 5404 1235

This Sichuanese restaurant, cocktail bar and tea house is an expansion of the popular Citizen Cafe. www.citizenshanghai.com 龙门阵茶屋川菜馆：东湖路30号

唐阁：汉口路740号2楼

豫园咖啡厅：河南南路159号豫园万丽酒店大堂(近福佑路)

恒丰路500号，上海浦西洲际酒店3楼

迷•上海餐厅：梅花路1108号上海卓美亚喜玛拉雅酒店6楼

Superbly inventive food with a dedicated following. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm

Contemporary café with open kitchens. Hours: 12pm-11pm

Sichuan Spice offers a pleasant and memorable dining experience with innovative Sichuan cuisine and elegant environment combining Chinese and Western flavour.

Regional Chinese dishes with seasonal, organic ingredients. www.Jumeirah.com

In Hong Kong, T’ang Court enjoys an envied reputation and two coveted Michelin stars.

Yuyuan Hotel, 159 Henan Nan Lu (near Fuyou Lu). T: 2321 8888

Court •39F,Sichuan Hilton Shanghai, 250 Huashan Lu. T: 6248 7777 x 1890

•1250Whisk Huaihai Zhong Lu (near Changshu

Yi Garden Café •Lobby Level, Renaissance Shanghai

品川, 桃江路47号, 恒隆广场5层南京西路1266号

Yum... hongshao rou!

Court •2F,T’ang The Langham, Yangtze Boutique,

浦东富城路33号, 上海浦东香格里拉大酒店紫金楼二楼

5F, Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6288 8897. Hotline: 400 820 7706, Delivery: 6209 6209

T: 6209 1686

赛丽娜: 延安西路488号上海日航酒店一楼

Talk reckons the Yi Café offers the best Sunday brunch in Shanghai.

Chuan •47PinTaojiang Lu. T: 6437 9361.

House •221Full Shimen Er Lu (near Xinzha Lu)

Changshu Lu). T: 6445 8082

盛会堂：浦东雪野路1188号，近南码头路上海世博洲际酒店2楼

Shanghai, 33 Fucheng Lu. T: 6882 8888 x 210

Chinese - Sichuan

@ F.C.C. •BldgMANCHURIA 11-12, 3-4F, 889 Julu Lu (near

A la carte menu with Asian and Western specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hours: 6.30am–11.30pm

Hours: 10.30am-11.30pm. www.whiskcafe. com.cn. whisk@whiskcafe.com.cn

雍福会: 永福路200号

Crazy villa with nooks and crannies. everywhere. 愚园路1039号，近江苏路

上海恒丰路500号,上海浦西洲际酒店5 楼

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Lu). T: 5404 7770

Set on the grounds of the former British Consulate, a haven of fine food, exquisite antiques and peaceful gardens.

Cantonese, Shanghainese and other regional specialties.

1188 Xueye Lu (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1172

SERENA CAFÉ 488 Yan'an Xi Lu, Hotel Nikko Shanghai. T: 3211 9999

Yongfoo Elite •200The Yongfu Lu. T: 5466 2727

T: 5237 1878

龙凤厅和平饭店：上海南京东路20号

廷廊：汉口路740号朗廷扬子精品酒店1楼大堂

500 Steak House •3F,Prime Hotel Main Tower, InterContinental

粤珍轩: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦大酒店55楼

Shiji Dadao, Pudong. T: 5049 1234 x 8688

Quintessential Cantonese and Shanghainese specialties. Hours: 11.30am - 2pm, 5.30 - 10pm. www.fairmont.com

Serving the Signature Langham afternoon tea with live classical music in the afternoons.

曼哈顿扒房：虹桥路2270号万豪虹桥大酒店2楼

Cantonese haute cuisine, contemporary Chinese décor and marvellous city views. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm

Club Jin Mao •Grand Hyatt, 86F, Jin Mao Tower, 88

Dong Lu. T: 6321 6888

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As fantastic as the steaks here may be, we've also had a mighty fine lobster here.

Dadao, Pudong. T: 5047 1234 x 8779

上海市浦东新区方甸路599弄1号（近锦绣路）

Phoenix •8F,Dragon Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20 Nanjing

Palm Court 1F, The Langham, Yangtze Boutique, 740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0743

Hongqiao Lu. T: 6237 6000 x 6633

Canton •Grand Hyatt, 55F, Jinmao Tower, 88 Shiji

Exclusive access to luxury private lounge with Huaiyang cuisine.

翡翠酒家: 兴业路123弄新天地6-7号楼F-12A-B；南京西路1038号梅龙镇广场7楼；虹桥路1号港汇广场507B

Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm

Steakhouse •2F,Manhattan Marriott Hotel Hongqiao, 2270

艾美中餐厅：南京东路789号上海世茂皇家艾美酒店(8楼)

Fave of Hong Kongers looking for some good hometown cooking.

香啡缤: 遵义路100号虹桥上海城一楼140-141单元; 福州路666号金陵海欣大厦1楼B座, 近延安路; 太仓路 181弄新天地广场北里10号楼; 黄金城道915号; 浦东银城北路133号汇亚大厦101室; 陆家嘴西路168号正大广场GF02商铺; 西康路99弄-2(南京西路,近恒隆广场2座); 淞沪路270号创智天地广场地下一层01单元,创智天地店; 长宁路1018号1051室龙之梦店; 芳甸路199弄证大大拇指广场; 淮海中路138号无限度广场2楼

加州扒房：南京西路399号, 万豪酒店40楼

5.30-10pm

17 Yincheng Xi Lu. T: 5887 7000. 1398 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6289 1717. 3F, New Jinjiang Tower, 161 Changle Lu. T: 6472 1982 / 6415 1188 x 80306 Deserved reputation for traditional Shanghainese food. Hours: 11am-2pm, 5-10pm

小南国：虹梅路3337号; 银城西路 17号; 南京西路1398号；长乐路161号新锦江大酒店三楼

Shanghai •338YeHuangpi Nan Lu, Xintiandi. T: 6311 2323

Modern Shanghainese with a solid dim sum spread and live jazz every weekend. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm 夜上海: 黄陂南路338号新天地

Beauty •5F,South Shanghai Times Square, 93

Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6391 0890. Unit 1, 28 Taojiang Lu. T: 6445 2581. Unit B7-B8, Shanghai City Centre, 100 Zunyi Lu (near Xianxia Lu). T: 6237 2885. 881 Yan’an Zhong Lu. T: 6247 5878. 3F, Citic Square, 1168 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 5292 5331 Great Sichuan classics served with flair in fantastic surroundings. Hours: 11am-10pm

俏江南：淮海中路93号大上海时代广场5楼；桃江路28号一座；遵义路 100号虹桥上海城外围街B7-B8单元,近仙霞路; 延安中路881号；南京西路1168号中信泰富广场3楼

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SOAHC Restaurant & Tea Garden Bldg 3, Lane 123, Xingye Lu, Xintiandi. T: 6385 7777 It’s chaos spelled backwards! Go figure.

鸿禧茶居: 兴业路123弄新天地南里 3号楼

Du Lac •383Villa Huangpi Nan Lu (near Xingye Lu). T: 6387 6387

湖庭: 黄陂南路383号(近兴业路)

Delivery Element Fresh •T: 5116 9887

Laowais love EF! Minimum order RMB 40. No delivery fee. Delivery service covers downtown, Lujiazui and Jinqiao area. http://order.elementfresh.com

上海市红松东路1116号

Chinese - Shanghai 599 •LaneChateau 599, 1 Fangdian Lu (near Jinxiu Lu). T: 5033 9113

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Munchies •974 Wuding Lu, (near Jiaozhou Lu). T: 6218 4616. 563 Shunchang Lu (near Yongnan Lu). T: 6311 3616 Free delivery within 1km. Hours: 10am10pm

Sherpa's •T: 6209 6209

Mao Tower. Hours: 11.30-2pm, 5.30-11pm 拉图餐厅: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂裙楼5楼

Petit Franck •376LeWukang Lu (inside Ferguson Lane). T: 6437 6465

hour, pool table, catering, company events and family days.

Ginger •299 Fuxing Xi Lu. T: 6433 9437.

CATHAY ROOM •9F,THE Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20 Nanjing

复兴西路299号

蓝枪鱼餐厅：浦东金桥碧云社区蓝天路689号（迪卡侬对面）

Dong Lu. T: 6321 6888

Sparkling Bund views and European home-style dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily from 6am -11pm. www. fairmont.com

Serving hungry people in Shanghai since 1999, Sherpa's now works with over 100 international and Chinese restaurants. www.sherpa.com.cn

华懋阁：上海南京东路20号

•TheCACHET Langham Xintiandi, Level 1, 99

Madang Lu, Xintiandi. T: 2330 2288

Delivers an innovative assortment of international and Asian dishes. Open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, guests can indulge in the Cachet’s global epicurean delights throughout the day. www.mingcourt-xintiandi.com

Mr & Mrs Bund •Modern Eatery by Paul Pairet

新天地朗廷酒店: 马当路99号五层

Healthful fusion food and revitalising ginger-infused teas. www.gingercorp.asia

Wine alcove? Check. Barista bar? Check. Courtyard garden? Check. And it's part of the Waldorf's great brunch tour! Hours: 6.30am-11pm 百味园：上海外滩华尔道夫酒店, 上海市黄浦区中山东一路2号

Lounge & Restaurant •842842Hengshan Lu (near Tianping Lu). T: 5466 0842

A three-story villa that serves contemporary French cuisine. Hours: Sun-Thurs 3pm-2am, Fri-Sat 3pm-late 上海衡山路842号，近天平路

Allure •Lobby, Le Royal Méridien Shanghai, 789 Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 3318 9999 x 7022 The menu of traditional French dishes comes highly recommended.

艾露：南京东路789号上海世茂皇家艾美酒店(大堂楼)

Brasserie la fourchette •1 Xiangyang Bei Lu (near Julu Lu). T: 6418 6389

•JeanNougatine Georges, 4F, Three on the

Bund, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu (near Guangdong Lu). T: 6321 7733

As the casual sibling to Jean Georges, Nougatine features the same top-notch cooking and a menu suitable for all budgets. Hours: 6–11pm

German

T: 158 2167 6767 / 6437 6465

As French as it gets in Shanghai. Hours: Tues-Sun from 6-10.30pm, Sat & Sun from 12-2.30pm

玛利亚西餐厅：九江路700号/南京东路719号南新雅大酒店二楼

Bar and Café •222Citizen Jinxian Lu (near Shaanxi Nan Lu). T: 6258 1620

Cosy relaxed European decor, first floor coffee house and lounge with wi-fi. Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-12.30am, Sat-Sun 10-12.30am 进贤路222号, 近陕西南路

Dadao, Pudong. T: 5047 5859 Fine French fare in the shadow of the Jin

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•2F,Amici 1116 Yan’an Xi Lu, The Longemont Shanghai. T: 6115 9988 x 8230

This New York-style fine dining restaurant is elegant without being too formal.

上海外滩华尔道夫酒店：上海黄浦区中山东一路2号

Paulaner Brauhaus •150 Fenyang Lu. T: 6474 5700.

Xintiandi North Block, Lane 181 Taicang Lu (near Madang Lu). T: 6320 3935. 2967 Lujiazui Lu. T: 6888 3935

Serves bountiful plates of authentic German food and jugs of German grog. Hours: Mon-Fri 5pm-2am, Sat 12pm-2am, Sun 11am-2am

宝莱纳：汾阳路150号；太仓路181弄新天地广场北里19-20号；陆家嘴西路2967号

Healthy, tasty food and great service. Hours: Sun-Thu 7am-11pm, Fri-Sat 7am-midnight

新元素：南京西路1376号112室；淮海中路1028号嘉华中心4&5楼；浦东陆家嘴正大广场一楼；虹桥路1号港汇广场; 红枫路331号; 西藏南路228号永银大厦6楼；延安西路2088号虹桥嘉顿广场一层;花木路1378号浦东嘉里城1楼

T: 6888 1234 x 4560

One of the highest restaurants in the world, and it has multiple show kitchens? Too many views to choose from!

Atrium Café •Lobby, Hilton Hotel, 250 Huashan Lu. T: 6248 0000 x 1860

Different buffets available through the week, and a Champagne brunch every Sunday.

All day dining with a global spread of Chinese, Pan-Asian and Atlantic favourites. www.shanghaihongqiao.hilton.com 全日制餐厅-元：上海红松东路 1116号，上海虹桥元一希尔顿酒店二号楼一层

Restaurant •1F,Saints The Hongta Hotel, 889 Dongfang Lu, Pudong. T: 5050 4567 x 6312

圣思园：浦东东方路889号1楼上海瑞吉红塔大酒店

COOK •1388TheHuamu Lu, Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai. T: 6169 8888

International a la carte restaurant featuring 11 live theatre kitchens, with a gourmet deli and food hall. Don't miss the laksa! Hours: 6.30am-11pm

T8 •House 8, North Block Xintiandi, Lane 181, Taicang Lu. T: 6355 8999 Justifiably labelled world class. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 6.30-11.30pm.

太仓路181弄新天地北里8号

All Day Dining •1F,Vie Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental, 3388 Sichen Lu, Sijing Town. T: 3761 8888 x 1911

Dine in style with tranquil lagoons and fresh seafood. 上海市松江区泗泾镇泗陈公路 3388弄，上海东方佘山索菲特大酒店1楼

Marlin Bar & Restaurant •689Blue Lantian Lu, Green City Jinqiao.

elevated •TheXTD Langham Xintiandi, Level 5, 99

Features a live band, outdoor seating, happy

贡多拉意式餐厅：河南中路16号，近延安东路

La Piazzetta Italian •Restaurant

Basement B02, Shanghai Bay, 1138 Pudong Nan Lu (near Zhangyang Lu). T: 6888 2993 Serves delicious and healthy Italian food and top quality wine. Hours: 11.30am–2.30pm; 6pm–midnight

• Osteria

226 Jinxian Lu (near Shanxi Nan Lu). T: 6256 8998

Mia •10 Bella Baoqing Lu (near Fuxing Zhong Lu). T: 3461 9627

Some of the best Neapolitan pizzas in town!

•3F,Basilico InterContinental Shanghai Expo,

1188 Xueye Lu (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1172

They have a marble table shaped like Italy. 'Nuff said. 巴赛利意大利餐厅：浦东雪野路 1188号，近南码头路上海世博洲际酒店三楼

Pane e Vino Ristorante •207-7 Maoming Nan Lu (near Yongjia Owner/chef Antonio Sciaraffa serves authentic Italian food in a friendly, home setting. 茂名南路207号-7(近永嘉路)

Bistrot •1023Pomodoro Kangding Lu. T: 6218 3798

Authentic Italian food with simple, fresh, healthy ingredients. 静安区康定路1023号

•2F,Prego The Westin Shanghai, 88 Henan Zhong Lu. T: 6335 1888

Faultless Italian in the classy atrium setting of The Westin.

帕戈意大利餐厅：河南中路88号威斯汀大饭店2楼

Isabelle •19 Trattoria Ji'an Lu, (near Hubin Lu). T: 6384 2322

Isabelle serves simple Italian food that keeps people coming back for more. Hours: 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-11.30pm

An authentic dining experience best ended with its delicious pear and ricotta dessert. reservations@sabatini-sh.com Hours: Lunch 11.30am-2.30pm, High Tea 3-5.30pm, Dinner 6pm-10.30pm

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华山路250号，希尔顿大酒店大堂

T: 5030 9676

If mid-priced homestyle pastas and pizzas float your boat, Gondola’s your ticket.

Hands down one of the best Italian joints in town. 巨鹿路913号, (近常熟路)

中山东一路27号

Avenue •100100ShijiCentury Dadao.

Dong Lu). T: 6321 9803

Lu). T: 5465 2177

建国中路155弄18号（瑞金路口）

T: 5403 4528

Continental delights are the order of the day at this restaurant, along with the impressive Bund view. www.rooseveltchina.com

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Gondola •16 La Henan Zhong Lu (near Yan’an

Traditional Italian food with a touch of Venice.

•913Casanova Julu Lu (near Changshu Lu).

27 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 2322 0888

Essence - All Day Dining 1F, Block 2, 1116 Hongsong Dong Lu, Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao. T: 3323 6571

浦东陆家嘴西路2967号D座

Square,1717 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 3127 8577

• THE HOUSE OF ROOSEVELT, SKY Restaurant

郁▪全日餐厅：梅花路1108号上海卓美亚喜玛拉雅酒店1楼

T: 5054 1265

•1F,SABATINI South Annex,Wheelock

厨：上海浦东嘉里大酒店上海浦东新区花木路1388号

International buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. www.Jumeirah.com

Salvatore cuomo •SuiteTheD,Kitchen 2967 Lujiazui Xi Lu.

Italian eatery lauded for its hearty prix fixe menu and oyster fetish.

Fresh •NoElement 112, Shanghai Centre, 1376

Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6279 8682. 4-5F, Kwah Centre, 1028 Huaihai Zhong Lu (near Donghu Lu). T: 5403 8865. GF, Northwest corner, Super Brand Mall, Luijiazui Xi Lu (near Fucheng Lu), Pudong. T: 5047 2060. Shop 163, GF, Grand Gateway Mall, 1 Hongqiao Lu. T: 6407 5992. 331 Hongfeng Lu, Jinqiao, Pudong. T: 3382 1700. 6F, 228 Xizang Nan Lu. T: 6334 3598. 1F, Gubei Garden Plaza, 2088 Yan'an Xi Lu. T: 5116 9887. 1F, Kerry Parkside Pudong 1378 Huamu Lu (near Fangdian Lu, opposite Century Park South Gate)

Sample authentic cuisine from various regions of Italy. Hours: 12-2pm, 6-10.30pm

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江阴路57号(近黄陂北路)

Lu. T: 6321 7733 Regularly voted the best dining in town. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm 让乔治法国餐厅：中山东一路 3号4楼

Tour •5F, La Jin Mao Tower Side Building, 88 Shiji

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Pelham’s Waldorf Astoria Club L Level, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6322 9988

万丽咖啡厅：浦东长柳路100号上海淳大万丽酒店2楼

Georges •4F, Jean Three on the Bund, Zhongshan Dong Yi

T: 6215 8777 French twins and chefs Jacques and Laurent Pourcel have Michelin stars. Hours: Daily, 5.30-10.30pm 陕西南路35号8楼近长乐路

Italian

Bringing wine experience and enjoyment to a new level in a historical setting. www.napawinebarandkitchen.com

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•8F, 35 Shaanxi Nan Lu, near Changle Lu.

常熟路83号3楼 (近巨鹿路)

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ARTE CAFE & LOUNGE 1F, Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai 1108 Meihua Lu, Pudong. T. 3858 0718 x 0710

LA TABLE

One of the best Indian restaurants in the city. Hours: 11.30am-2pm, 6-10.30pm www.vedascuisine.com

NAPA Wine Bar & Kitchen 1-2F, 57 Jiangyin Lu (near Huangpi Bei Lu). T: 6318 0057

Global

T: 5465 9055 A great selection of galettes, crepes, traditional cakes and cider. Hours: 10.30am until late, last order 11.30pm 桃江路1号,近东平路

上海龙之梦丽晶大酒店二楼

A la carte menu and dinner buffet. Hours: 6.30am-11pm

德国乡村酒吧：虹梅路3338弄, 虹梅休闲街22-24号 (靠近延安西路)

On top of hosting one of the city's most professional cooking class, Stiller's fine dines with the best.

La Creperie •1 Taojiang Lu (near Dongping Lu).

Yan’an Xi Lu. T: 6115 9988 x 8220

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Decent German food for reasonable prices in a cosy, hearty atmosphere. Hours: 10.30amlate. www.papas-bierstube.com

near Fuxing Dong Lu

T: 6321 0586 French comfort food with classic dishes such as French onion soup and tarte tatin. www. hamiltonhouse.com.cn

Renaissance Brasserie 2F, Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel, 100 Changliu Lu. T: 3871 4888 x 6622

Hongmei Lu. T: 6465 8880

•TheStiller's Cool Docks, 479 Zhongshan Lu,

House •137Hamilton Fuzhou Lu (near Jiangxi Lu).

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VEDAS 3F,No.83 Chang Shu Lu (near Julu Lu) T: 6445 8100 / 6404 1551

Bacaro Italian Restaurant & Vinoteca Lane 155, 18 Jianguo Zhong Lu (near Ruijin Er Lu). T: 6473 0774

Bierstube •UnitPapa’s 22-24, Hongmei Food Street, 3338

世纪大道100号上海柏悦酒店87楼, 近东泰路

BistroT •376Franck Wukang Lu, Ferguson Lane.

襄阳路102号 (近淮海路 )

One of the most extensive selections of Asian and Western cuisines in the city.

With Chef Gerhard at the helm, we've had some great meals here.

乾门：虹桥路1468号

Spectacular city views, fresh a la carte and elaborate buffets.

Students flock to the all-you-can-eat-anddrink deal in the evenings.

Fantastic Australian filet and sirloin steak and much more.

Shanghai. T: 6888 1234 x 4560

Called The Door because it’s full of antique doors. It's certainly unique.

Xi Lu. T: 5359 4969 x 6422

Lu (near Yingchun Lu). T: 5033 2642. Peace Square, 12-20 Shuicheng Lu (near Hongqiao Lu). T: 6278 8626

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Room •87F,Dining 100 Shiji Dadao, Park Hyatt

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Café •38F,Marriott JW Marriott Hotel, 399 Nanjing

Punjabi •Thumb Plaza, Lane 199, 43 Fangdian

Walk inside and be transported to the culinary heart of Italy, where you will indulge in authentic Italian cuisine with a modern touch.

Good French fare with even better service.

The Door 1468 Hongqiao Lu. T: 6295 3737

米氏餐厅：外滩5号7楼

The cheapest free flow brunch in town.

•2F,OTheon2Longemont Shanghai,1116

Chez Marie 2F, Majesty Plaza, 700 Jiujiang Lu / 719 Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6350 0000 x 201

•27F,Giovanni’s Sheraton Shanghai Hongqiao 吉范尼斯意大利餐厅：上海市遵义南路5号，虹桥喜来登上海太平洋大饭店27楼

富城路33号浦东香格里拉大酒店36楼

南京东路719号上海南新雅大酒店2楼

Five tables with bistro fare, just like the name says.

Indian

中山南路505号

The sort of restaurant you read about in Conde Nast magazines and other glossies. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 6.15-10.30pm

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宣化路92号

Tempt your taste buds with succulent steaks and fresh seafood. Hours (dinner only): SunThu 5.30-10pm, Fri-Sat 5.30-10.30pm

Pudong. T: 5049 1234 x 8907

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The 5 tables bistro 210 Danshui Lu (near Zizhong Lu). T: 3304 1205

Italian dining and aperitivo venue with a chic bar, a cosy lounge loft and a pool table.

Hotel, 5 Zunyi Nan Lu. T: 6275 8888 x 4276

M on the Bund 7F, 5 on the Bund. T: 6350 9988

French

A blend of old-world charm and modern convenience with an “indimenticabile” (unforgettable) atmosphere. Hours: noon10pm (Sun-Fri); noon-11pm (Sat). www.gennaro-s.com

on the Grille •505Kebabs Zhongshan Nan Lu. T: 6152 6567

World-class. What more can we say about Jade on 36?

Buffet with city views of Nanjing Lu. Hours: 6am-10pm

Guyang Lu. T: 2428 6507

•56F,Grill Grand Hyatt, 88 Shiji Dadao,

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Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6350 0000 x 208

Italian Restaurant •1F,Gennaro Mandarin City Clubhouse, 1129

Italian restaurant •92 Gioiamia Xuanhua Lu. T: 3250 7188

Astoria Shanghai On the Bund, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6322 9988

Jade on 36 36F, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu. T: 6882 8888 x 280

Buffet •2F,Comely Majesty Plaza Shanghai, 719

新天地朗廷酒店: 马当路99号五层

Grand Brasserie •New Tower Ground Level, Waldorf

烧烤: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦大酒店56楼

6F, Bund 18,18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu (near Nanjing Dong Lu). T: 6323 9898 Classy, but not stuffy. Relaxed, without sacrificing the chic factor. Hours: Mon-Fri: 11.30am-2.30pm Tue-Sat: 6.30pm-4am Sun-Mon: 6.30-10.30pm www.mmbund.com

The perfect outdoor lounge and terrace for a casual lunch, dinner or after-work drinks.

Madang Road, Xintiandi T: 2330 2288

Ciao Dining Room and Ciao Bambino 1F, The Langham, Yangtze Boutique, 740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0800 x 7744

A haven of authentic Italian & Mediterranean dining

•56F,Cucina Grand Hyatt, 88 Shiji Dadao, Pudong. T: 5049 1234 x 8908

A stylish trattoria that serves traditional Italian favorites. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm

意庐: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦大酒店56楼

Marco •1F,Da103 Dongzhu'anbang Lu, Golden Bridge Garden. T: 6210 4495. 1F, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu (across from Element Fresh). T: 6447 7577

大马可：东诸安浜路103号1楼；虹桥路1号港汇广场1楼(新元素对面)

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Danieli's 39F, The Hongta Hotel, 889 Dongfang Lu, Pudong. T: 5050 4567

Voted as one of the best Italian restaurants in Shanghai, Danieli's has a stunning interior design and panoramic views of Pudong. Hours: 6-10.30pm. Set Lunch: Monday-Friday 11.30am-2pm. Sunday Brunch: 11.30am-2pm 东方路889号上海红塔豪华精选酒店39楼

All Day Dining •3F,Ecco Hotel Main Tower, InterContinental Hotel, 500 Hengfeng Lu, Shanghai. T: 5253 9999 x 6338

Features live preparation of pizza and pasta and a wide range of continental favourites. 恒丰路500号,上海浦西洲际酒店3楼

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Favola 8F, Le Royal Méridien Shanghai, 789 Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 3318 9999

Chic Italian restaurant featuring food from various regions of Italy.

法沃莱：南京东路789号世茂皇家艾美大酒店

Va Bene Shanghai •House 7, North Block, Xintiandi, Lane 181, Taicang Lu. T: 6311 2211

This is Xintiandi chic, with some of Shanghai’s very best Italian food, at high-end prices. www.vabeneshanghai.com 太仓路新天地北里181弄7号

Japanese

•150AMBROSIA Fenyang Lu. T: 6431 3935

Former home of legendary General Bai set in immaculate gardens. Japanese and Korean cuisine cooked on smokefree grills. 仙炙轩：汾阳路150号

Japanese Restaurant •3F,Benkay Hotel Nikko Shanghai, 488 Yan’an Xi Lu. T: 3211 9999

Under the culinary direction of Japanese Chef Kato-san, Benkay offers sushi, tempura and teppanyaki.

弁庆日餐厅：延安西路488号上海日航酒店三楼

Izakaya Dining Bar •2F,DOZO Wheelock Plaza, South Annex,

1171 Nanjing Xi Lu (near Huashan Lu) Sumo sized lunch sets and late night eats with a buy one get one free special on Asahi draft and select sake from 9pm on weekdays and 10pm on weekends. Hours: Everyday 12-2.30pm, Sun-Thurs 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-2am

中国上海市静安区南京西路1717号会德丰国际广场南院2层. 营业时间：午餐12:00~14:30,晚餐 18:00-2:00 (周日~周四), 18:00~3:00 (周五,周六). 宵夜场优惠活动:周日~周四:21:00~2:00,

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周五~周六:22:00~3:00,Asahi生啤酒及壶装月桂冠/松竹梅清酒买一送一优惠订位专线: 3127 8558

WITH AQUA •2F,SUN 6 on the Bund, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu (near Guangdong Lu). T: 6339 2779

Immaculate interior and open kitchen, with an emphasis on delicate seafood dishes. 中山东一路(外滩)6号2楼

ABUSE •98 SUSHI Yanping Lu (near Xinzha Lu). T: 5175 9818

An attempt at sustainable all-you-can-eat sushi. 延平路98号(近新闸路)

INC •2F,SUSHI, Citigroup Tower, 33 Huayuanshiqiao Japanese restaurant •BldgHikari 10, 3911 Hongmei Lu. T: 6242 9186

慕光日本料理: 虹梅路3911弄10号楼

•24Itoya Ruijin Er Lu. T: 6467 1511.

Lane 19, 6 Ronghua Xidao. T: 6219 2286. 3F, Central Plaza, 381 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 5382 5777 Great sushi, a classic favourite.

伊藤家：瑞金二路24号；荣华西道 19弄6号；淮海中路381号中环广场3楼

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I.Z.K.Y. Guoson Centre, Block 1, 1F, 388 Daduhe Lu. T: 6095 8888 x 7052

They've got all the s's covered: shabu shabu, sukikyaki, sushi and sashimi.

•1MF,J-MIX Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, 1108 Meihua Lu, Pudong. T: 3858 0888

Its private teppanyaki rooms make for good grilling.

TEPPANYAKI •28DKAGEN Taojiang Lu (near Hengshan Lu). T: 6433 3232

Lu (near Fucheng Lu). T: 5877 6551

Haiku's sister restaurant is a solid choice for a sushi lunch in Lujiazui. 花园石桥路33号2楼, 近富城路

OYAMA •20 SUSHI Donghu Lu (near Huaihai Zhong Lu). T: 5404 7705

20 course omakase menu served by Oyama-san himself

•1F,Tairyo 139 Ruijin Yi Lu. T: 5382 8818.

15 Dongping Lu. T: 6445 4734. 2F, Hengshan Hotel, 543 Hengshan Lu. T: 6433 0899 / 6437 7050. 3F, South Building, Hong Kong Plaza, 283 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6390 7244. 943 Hongxu Lu. T: 6242 2190. 1288 Hongqiao Lu. T: 6278 3105 / 6278 3106 RMB 160 all you can handle. What more could you want?

瑞金一路139号1楼；东平路15号；衡山路543号衡山宾馆2楼；淮海中路283号香港广场南座3楼；虹许路 943号；虹桥路1288号

London

Upscale all-you-can-handle teppanyaki - think filets and foie gras.

glo London Gastro Grill •1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu (near Dongping Lu).

yu •33 Kappo Wuxing Lu (near Huaihai Zhong Lu).

International favourites straight out of London, guv'nor! Hours: Mon-Sun 11amMidnight. www.glolondon.com

桃江路28D号 (近衡山路)

T: 6466 7855

T: 6466 6565.

Kaiseki ryori eatery that changes its menu almost daily.

Shiji Dadao. T: 5049 1234 x 8907

Sushi, sashimi and yakitori in a stylish interior. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.3010pm

Mexican Kitchen •B1CalCarrefour, Thumb Plaza, 185

T: 6466 6565. F: 6466 8484

Oak burning smoke BBQ pit and open rooftop skyline views. Hours: Thurs-Sun. www.glolondon.com

Changle Lu). T: 6170 1310. 357 Hongfeng Lu (near Biyun Lu). T: 6886 0706

Big burritos, tacos and a salsa bar to fill you up, and Shanghai's widest selection of tequilas to wash it down. www.cantinaagave.com

•2F,Maya Shanghai Grand Plaza, Club

House, 568 Julu Lu (near Shaanxi Nan Lu). T: 6289 6889

Our pick for the best mid-range Mexican in town.

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Mexico Lindo Unit 39, Lane 3338, Hongmei Entertainment Street. T: 6465 9336 虹梅路3338弄虹梅路休闲街39号

Middle Eastern 1001 Nights Restaurant •4 Hengshan Lu. T: 6473 1178 / 6473 8289 一千零一夜：衡山路4号

of Persia •B1F,Prince 855 Pudong Nan Lu (near Shiji Dadao). T: 6887 3007 / 6887 3006

Nepalese

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Himalaya Nepalese Restaurant 500 Dongchang Lu (near Pudong Nan Lu). T: 5877 2262 喜马拉雅尼泊尔餐厅：东昌路 500号，近浦东南路

Hours: 11am-2pm, 6-11pm

Hotel, 500 Hengfeng Road T: 5253 9999

巨鹿路819弄4号

Japanese Restaurant provides authentic Japanese flavours. Hours: 11:30am –10pm

Pizza Malaysian House Restaurant •TheLong Cool Docks, Bldg 7, 505

•376Acote Wukang Lu (inside Ferguson Lane). T: 6437 6465

T: 6415 1666

None of those prissy paper-thin crusts here. CJs delivers great big tomatoey pizzas.

In addition to the teppanyaki tables, Moonsha provides an excellent Bund view.

Plaza. T: 3214 0024. Lane 248 Taikang Lu (near Sinan Lu). T: 5466 0969

中山东一路,外滩5号三楼

Mediterranean

•26F,Azur 1018 Changning Lu (Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel). T: 6115 8888

SUSHI BAR •630SHARI Yongjia Lu (near Wulumuqi Nan Lu).

Fitness fiends love the healthy lunch and long salad bar.

More sushi options than you can shake a stick at.

Casa 13 •Building 7, Lane 155 Jianguo Lu (near

徐汇区永嘉路630号

长宁路1018号上海龙之梦万丽酒店26楼

Ruijin Lu). T: 6473 0820

Eduardo Vargas's take on Mediterranean classics. www.casa13.cn

Pizza Italia •1B50 Zhongshan Park Metro Town,

890 Changning Lu. T: 5241 4870 / 5241 4878. Unit 105, 1111 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6473 9994. 3032 Yan'an Xi Lu. T: 6209 9129 / 6406 9426. 1-43 Thumb Plaza, Lane 199, 38 Fangdian Lu. T: 5033 0102 / 5033 0809. 5F, 15A/B, Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu. T: 5047 0835 / 5047 0836. SB02, City Plaza, 1618 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6288 2477 / 6473 9994

Mediterranean Cuisine •415Haya’s Dagu Lu (near Chengdu Nan Lu). T: Flavourful falafels! And don’t miss the takehome dips. Hours: 10am-10pm

Pizza Marzano – Pizza •Express

•803SHINTORI Julu Lu (near Fumin Lu).

大沽路415号 (近成都南路)

Uber-smooth eatery that takes some finding. Hours: Mon-Fri 5.30-11pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am-11pm

T: 6248 0000 x 1850

新都里无二：巨鹿路803号

Scandinavian

•B1,Aurora Infiniti Plaza, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6375 6770

Scandinavian fine dining, from seafood platters to shashliks.

Southeast Asian

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Asiatique The Flavors of Asia 2F, 369 Xianxia Lu, Grand Mercure Hongqiao. T: 5153 3300 x 3700 With graceful and cosy dining ambiance. Hours: 6am-10.30pm

泛亚风情餐厅: 仙霞路369号虹桥美爵酒店二楼

Laguna •189Bali Huashan Lu (inside Jing’an Park).

Supermarkets 279 Biyun Lu. T: 5030 4415. 268 Shuicheng Bei Lu. T: 6278 1944

家乐福: 芳甸路185号; 碧云路279号; 水城北路268号

City Shop •Times Square Store: B1, 99 Huaihai

Zhong Lu. New World Department Store: B1, 939 Huaihai Zhong Lu. Shanghai Centre Store: 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu. Hongmei Store: 3211 Hongmei Lu Office. Riverside Shop: 1F, West Side Citigroup Tower 33, Huayuan Shiqiao Lu, Lujiazui. T: 6232 7070. Yong Xin Store: Lower Level,131 Tianyaoqiao Lu (near Xingeng Lu). T: 6215 0418 / 6267 4248 www.cityshop.com.cn

城市超市：淮海中路时代广场店 B1层；淮海中路香港新世界百货 B1层；南京西路1376号；虹梅路 3211号；浦东陆家嘴花园路/石桥路 33号1楼；天钥桥路131号永新坊B1楼 (近辛耕路); 闵行区纪翟路550号华漕国际生活社区万科红郡别墅西翼

•80Metro Gudai Lu (near Hongmei Lu),

Minhang. T: 6480 8888. 383 Baiyang Lu, Huamu Town, Pudong. T: 6892 8888

麦德龙: 闵行区顾戴路80号(近虹梅路); 浦东花木镇白杨路383号

巴厘餐厅：华山路189号 (静安公园内)

Pines The Market Place •633 Biyun Lu, Pudong. T: 5030 6971.

•26F,Celadon 1018 Changning Lu (Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel). T: 6115 8817

Regional specialties of Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia, especially noodles. 长宁路1018号上海龙之梦万丽酒店26楼

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My Nyonya 417 Dagu Lu (near Shimen Yi Lu). T: 6327 0800.

Neat little Malaysian in the middle of Dagu Lu's strip of restaurants. Hours: 11am-10pm 娘惹情马来西亚经典风味餐厅咖啡屋：大沽路417号，近石门一路

Pin •ShopTang 7, Novel Place, 133 Tianyaoqiao Lu (near Xingeng Lu).

Brian Tan (of hoF fame) creates Southeast Asian desserts, heavy on the durian.

Spanish

•1F,Leonardo’s Hilton Hotel, 250 Huashan Lu. Open for dinner only. Hours: 6.30-10.30pm 李奥纳多：华山路250号希尔顿酒店1楼

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380 Huangpi Nan Lu, Xintiandi South Block. T: 5383 3999. 1F, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu (near Xikang Lu). T: 6289 8733 We love Marzano’s diabolo pizza, cooked in the ‘signature’ open kitchen. www.pizzamarzano.cn 黄陂南路380号新天地南里

The Rooftop

Carrefour •185 Fangdian Lu. T: 800 820 0871.

T: 6248 6970

Romantic atmosphere with authentic Indonesian cuisine to boot.

浦东新区大拇指广场芳甸路199弄 19号3楼；卢湾区泰康路248弄14号；徐汇区湖南路285号 ;静安区南京西路1376号109室

Hours: 3pm-midnight

427 Jinfeng Lu. T: 5226 4137. 1983 Huamu Bei Lu (Inside Season Villa), Pudong. T: 5833 2204. 18 Lane 896 Jianhe Lu (near Kele Lu). T: 6262 9055. 322 Anfu Lu (near Wukang Lu). T: 6437 6375

Shanghai Centre

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Ma Boon Krong Thailand Restaurant Shop 417, Citic Square, 1168 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 5292 9238. Room L401, Hong Kong New World Tower, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6335 4337

Tom yum goong at Ma Boon Krong, anyone? Hours: 10am-10pm 玛满矿：南京西路1168号417商铺；淮海中路300号香港新世界大厦L401室

Simply Thai •Dongping: 5C Dongping Lu. Hours:

11am-11pm Xintiandi: 159 Madang Lu (near Xingye Lu). Hours: 11am-12am

Hongmei: 28 Lane 3338, Hongmei Lu Entertainment Street. Hours: 11am-11pm Jinqiao: A6 Jinqiao Pudong Green Sports & Leisure Center, 600 Lantian Lu. Hours: 11am-11pm IFC: 4F, IFC Mall, 8 Shiji Dadao. Hours: 10am-10pm Hotline: 400 880 7729, Delivery: 6209 6209 The first choice for many discerning Thaifood-lovers in Shanghai. Delivery service now available. www.simplythai-sh.com

东平店: 东平路5号C座; 新天地店: 新天地马当路159号 (马当路与兴业路路口); 虹梅店: 虹梅路3338弄虹梅休闲街28号; 金桥店: 蓝天路600号碧云体育休闲中心A6; 国金店: 世纪大道8号上海国金中心四层

Wal-Mart Supercentre •Nanpu Bridge Branch: 252-262 Linyi Bei Lu, Pudong. T: 5094 5881

沃尔玛超市(南浦大桥分店)：浦东临沂北路252-262号

Swiss Suisse •1582Chalet Kangding Lu (near Wanhangdu Lu). T: 3353 3887

Features typical Swiss delicacies in a Chalet style atmosphere. Hours: Tue-Sun, 5.30-11pm 上海市静安区康定路1582

Thai Gallery •127-1 Datian Lu (near Beijing Xi Lu). T: 6217 9797

Don’t miss the aesthetics while enjoying the authentic Thai food in a tatami seat. Hours: 11am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-12.30am 大田路127-1号 (近北京西路)

Thai House •Room 205, Lane 657, 12 Wuding Lu. T: 5169 9217. 518 Jiashan Lu (near Zhaojiabang Lu). T: 5169 9217

This Thai eatery has come to be known as one of the most authentic in town.

•2F,Bocado 47 Yongfu Lu (near Fuxing Xi Lu).

泰国家: 武定路657弄12号205室, 近西康路; 嘉善路518号(近建国西路和肇嘉浜路)

Go for the tapas, stay for the sangria.

Table •664Thai Baole Lu, Huacao Town, Minhang.

T: 180 1727 1340

T: 6221 2953. Hours: 11am-10pm

The eponymous restaurant of Guillermo "Willy" Trullas packed up its tapas, paellas and other Spanish treats and moved to the Bund. Expect Willy's trademark quirkiness in the decor and yin yang structured menu! www.el-willy.com Hours: Mon-Sat: 11.30am-2.30pm and 6-10:30pm, Saturday Brunch 11.30am-3.00pm

闵行区华漕镇保乐路664号

中山东路22号 (近金陵路)

Turkish Anadolu Restaurant •4-7 Hengshan Lu. T: 5465 0977.

No 1, 156 Xingye Lu (near Madang Lu). T: 5306 7765

Taiwanese

•2F,Puli Lane 199, Thumb Plaza, 19

Fangdian Lu, Pudong. T: 5033 9221 Hours: 11:00am-11:00pm

上海市浦东新区芳甸路大拇指广场 199弄19号2楼

Tasty original dishes like hummus, Turkish pizzas, plus well-priced, fresh kebabs. Hours: 10am-2am. www.anadolu.com.cn 衡山路4-7号; 兴业路156弄1号1层 (近马当路)

Vegetarian

•98 kush Yanping Lu, near Xinzha Lu. T: 5175 9822

Fresh take on veggie food. The menu leans decidedly Californian. 延平路98号(近新闸路)

de Provence •4F,L’Arbre Metro City, 1111 Zhaojiabang Lu

Hours: 10am-midnight

长宁路890号中山公园1B50；淮海中路1111号105；延安西路3032号；芳甸路38号199弄大拇指广场1-43；陆家嘴168号正大广场5楼15A/B；南京西路1618号

6327 0897 / 6295 9511

T: 5404 5252

新加坡佳肴：南京西路1515号嘉里中心底楼(近铜仁路)

Lapis Thai provides various indoor and outdoor venues which can hold 200 people. Hours: 11:00 am - Late

x 6028

New York Style Pizza •1699 Nanjing Lu, inside Jing'an

Lu. T: 6323 1117

T: 5466 0320

It won’t win prizes for the most inventive restaurant name in Shanghai, but at least you know what you’re getting.

This is just one of the many, many Melrose pizza places in the city. 碧云路777号

富城路33号浦东香格里拉大酒店 2座2楼

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TEPPANYAKI & LOUNGE •3F,MOONSHA 5 on the Bund, 5 Zhongshan Dong Yi

A delightful eating experience.

遵义路100号虹桥上海城外围街B5 6单元(近仙霞路)

Melrose 777 Biyun Lu. T: 5030 3872

斜土路2905号 (近零陵路). 永嘉路 335号 (近襄阳路).

Shanghai, 33 Fucheng Lu. T: 5888 3768

Lu (near Xianxia Lu). T: 6237 2916

北京西路1636号，近胶州路

Late night chef haunt - they come for the ramen and stay for the Beatles soundtrack. Hours: 6pm-1am

•2F,NADAMAN Tower 2, Pudong Shangri-La,

Singaporean

Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 5252 0082

Tapas Spanish Bar •1928Siempre Gonghe Xin Lu. T: 2602 2222

(near Jinling Lu). T: 5404 5757

Chicago Deep Dish Pizza •1636CJ Beijing Xi Lu (near Jiaozhou Lu). T: 6481 2005. 335 Yongjia Lu (near Xiangyang Nan Lu). T: 5466 6355

衡山路811号 (近余庆路)

南京东路635号6楼7楼，近浙江中路

Martin Berasategui is known for inventive, modern Spanish cooking and this new venture, in an historic villa within Xujiahui Park, reflects that.

El Willy Tapas & Rice •South Bund 22, 22 Zhongshan Dong Lu

Zhongshan Shan Nan Lu. T: 6131 3238

KOTA'S KITCHEN •2905 Xietu Lu (near Lingling Lu).

You can never order too many pieces of their excellent shrimp toast.

Agave •ACantina Mansion, 291 Fumin Lu (near

Kitchen •LaneNepali 819, 4 Julu Lu. T: 5404 6281

•2F,Koi InterContinental Shanghai Puxi

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Macau Portuguese Restaurant 6-7F, 635 Nanjing Dong Lu (near Zhejiang Zhong Lu). T: 6351 7717.

Singapore Cuisine BF, 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu (near Tongren Lu). T: 5298 6126

We are big fans of the Super Burrito sets. It's Mexican food, California-style.

Martin •811Restaurant Hengshan Lu (near Yuqing Lu). T: 6431 6639

Crossroad •B5-B6, Shanghai City Centre, 100 Zunyi

虹梅路3338号8室

glo London Rooftop BBQ •1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu (near Dongping Lu).

Portuguese

Fangdian Lu, Pudong. T: 5033 6637. B1-03, Multi-Media Plaza, 999 Changning Lu (near Zhongshan Park). T: 6340 1923

Hours: 11am-2pm, 5-11pm

日珍: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦

鲤鱼日餐厅：恒丰路500号上海浦西洲际酒店2楼

璐娜：太仓路181弄新天地北里15幢单元1

T: 6465 9993

Nan Lu)

•56F,Kobachi Grand Hyatt, Jin Mao Tower, 88

Still going strong in its great Xintiandi location. Hours: 11.30am-2am

Restaurant •ShopShiraz 8, 3338 Hongmei Lu.

•BldgKARUKA 4, 2421 Xietu Lu (near Wanping 斜土路2421号 (近宛平南路)

Xintiandi, Lane 181 Taicang Lu. T: 6336 1717

波斯王子餐厅：浦东南路855号世界广场B1楼 (近世纪大道)

误兴路33号 (近淮海中路)

Five generations of deep frying later, this renowned tempura house branched out to open its Shanghai shop.

•UnitLuna 1, House 15, North Block,

(near Caoxi Bei Lu). T: 6426 7698

Las Tapas •House 33, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu.

T: 6465 8345. 259 Hongfeng Lu (near Biyun Lu), Pudong. T: 3382 1686. 207-4 Maoming Nan Lu. T: 6415 9567

Las Tapas is a casual and relaxed Spanish bar and restaurant where authentic Spanish tapas are offered daily, along with a vast selections of wines. For all their talk of tapas, the very best thing on the menu may just be the ultra-cheap beef burger. Hours: 10am-2am 虹梅路3338弄，虹梅休闲街；浦东红枫路259号，近碧云；茂名南路 207-4号

French-named, fusion-style, vegetarianemphasis restaurant in Xujiahui. Hours: 10am-10pm

Thai Mai Thai Cuisine •1019Chiang Kangding Lu (near Yanping Lu). T: 5228 1588 Hours: 11.30am-2pm, 5-11pm. www.chiang-mai.com.cn

清迈府泰国料理: 康定路1019号(近延平路)

Paradise •38 Coconut Fumin Lu (near Yan’an Xi Lu). T: 6248 1998

Consistent performer with a wonderful garden for al fresco Thai dishes. 富民路38号 (近延安路)

Thai •3F,Lapis Lane 199, Thumb Plaza, 19

Fangdian Lu, Pudong. T: 5033 9223. Lane 248. 14 Taikang Lu. T: 6473 3989. 285 Hunan Lu. T: 5466 3026. Shanghai Centre, Room 109, 1376

普罗旺斯的树：肇家浜路1111号美罗城4楼，近漕溪北路

Age Veggie •5F,New Super Brand Mall, Lujiazui. T: 5047 1880

Pudong’s answer to Puxi’s slew of nonmeat-eating options. Hours: 11am-10pm 陆家嘴路正大广场5楼

•3F,Vegeatery 381 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6391 5589 Fantastic faux-meat dishes – plus they serve beer.

艺素馆：淮海中路381号中环广场3楼

Vegetarian Life Style •258 Fenyang Lu. T: 6215 7566.

1F, 77 Songshan Lu. T: 6384 8000. 848 Huangjin Chengdao. T: 6275 1798 Highly commendable chain.

汾阳路258号；嵩山庐77号1楼；黄金城道848号

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T: 6318 0220

Vietnamese Vietnamese •Add:BB18F-21 Super Brand Mail, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, Pudong New Area, Shanghai. T: 6836 9711

VIETNAM @ F.C.C. •1-2F,CLUB Bldg 11-12, 889 Julu Lu (near

Romantic three-story Moroccan themed lounge on a lake hidden in People’s Park. Hours: Sun-Thurs 11am-2am, Fri-Sat 11am-3am. www. barbarossa.com.cn 芭芭露莎会所餐厅：南京西路231号 (人民公园内)

Changshu Lu). T: 6445 8082

Bar and Restaurant •528Crocus Kangding Lu (near Xikang Lu). T: 6255 6318

Daily Happy Hour with buy one get one free cocktails and Carslberg drafts runs from 5-9pm. Get the party started with just RMB 100 for 12 shooters or tequila shots.

For quality jazz and an impressive wine list. www.cjwchina.com 新天地兴业路123弄2座

•BundBar18,Rouge 7F, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6339 1199

Bund-side bar with world class terrace and great music. Not cheap, but still jampacked with classy folks on Friday and Saturday nights. Hours: 6pm-late 中山东一路外滩18号7楼

9 •87F,Cloud Grand Hyatt, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, Pudong. T: 5049 1234 x 8787

Entertaining visitors in Shanghai? Take them here for a tipple. Hours: Sun-Fri 6pm12.30am, Sat 10am-9.30pm 浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦大酒店87楼

Club G Plus •Room 428, Xingye Lu, Lane 123, Xintiandi Block 6. T: 5386 8088 新天地兴业路123弄428室

Tian Di •3F,Club Bund 6, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu.

of Blues & Jazz •60 House Fuzhou Lu. T: 6323 2779 福州路60号(外滩)

SKY Bar, THE HOUSE OF •ROOSEVELT

8F, 27 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 2322 0888

This rooftop bar features a great Bund view. www.rooseveltchina.com 中山东一路27号

Bar •4F,indigo 6 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu (near

嘉善路253号 (近建国西路)

Jazz Bar •GF,The Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20 Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6321 6888

Jazz music and classic cocktails remain the star attractions at this newly revived Jazz Bar. Enjoy the legendary Old Jazz Band as well as Theo Croker’s Sextet. Hours: 5pm-2am. www.fairmont.com

T: 6474 3216

岳阳路28号，近东平路

Stone Irish Pub •5A Blarney Dongping Lu. T: 6415 7496

Give the Blarney Stone a kiss and breathe in the Celtic aromas of mutton, onions and potato. Hours: 10am-1am 东平路5号甲

Marlin Shanghai •689Blue Lantian Lu, Jinqiao Pudong Shanghai T: 5030 9676 www.bluemarlin.cn

上海浦东金桥碧云国际社区蓝天路 689号

185 Fang Dian Lu. Thumb Plaza. Pudong, Shanghai T: 6886 7376 www.bluemarlin.cn

上海浦东芳甸路185号大拇指广场.

Cigar Bar •2F,CO2 1116 Yan’an Xi Lu, The Longemont Shanghai. T: 6115 9988 x 8250

Shanghai’s longest running party venue.

Relaxed environment with food upstairs and friendly bar staff. Special events on Friday nights. Hours: 12pm-4am 华山路267号，希尔顿酒店对面

•1F,Cuba Shanghai JC Mandarin, 1225 南京西路1225号1楼

Martini Bar •1F,D&G 6 on the Bund, 6 Zhongshan Dong

陆家嘴路15号 (陆家嘴公园内)；虹桥路1号港汇广场5楼 (近肇家浜路)

Yi Lu. T: 6339 0268

River •5F,Mekong Metro City, 1111 Zhaojiabang Lu.

Yes, that D&G. Cocktails and couture, darling. Hours: 5-10.30pm 中山东一路外滩6号

T: 6426 8256

•289D’Venue Weihai Lu (near Chengdu Bei Lu).

肇家浜路1111号5楼

NIGHT

T: 6327 3733

3D Art Bar •House 11, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu (near Yan'an Xi Lu). T: 6465 9833 Hours: 5pm-2am

虹梅路3338弄虹梅休闲街11栋 (近延安西路)

789 Nanjing Lu •64-66F, Le Royal Méridien Shanghai, 789 Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 3318 9999

Upscale hotel bar featuring spectacular 360-degree views of the city. Hours: Mon-Thurs 5pm-1am, Fri-Sat 5pm2am, Sun 3pm-1am

Bounty Rhumerie •Bounty Jing’an. 550 Wuding Lu

(near Shanxi Bei Lu). T: 26619368 Bounty Xuhui, 47 Yongfu Lu (near Fuxing Dong Lu. T: 137 6451 0616 Bounty X @ Sinan Mansion, 3F & Terrace, 47 Sinan Lu. Unit 33, near Fuxing Zhong Lu. T: 189 1719 7641

武定路550号近陕西北路,永福路47号 (近复兴西路),思南路47号33单元 3楼&天台(近复兴中路)

Hours: 8.30pm-3am

威海路289号 (近成都北路)

Bar •115Dada Xingfu Lu (near Fahuazhen Lu). T: 150 0018 2212

Dada is a small bar that specialises in affordable drinks, art and film events and electronic indie music.

DADA 酒吧，幸福路115号 (法华镇路与平武路之间)

Shanghai •GF,Drop 55 Yuanmingyuan Lu. T: 6329 1373

www.drop-shanghai.com

789 南京路: 南京东路789号(64-66楼)

Bar •2F,Aquarium 6 Bund, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. If we’ve seen a bigger fish tank in a bar, it was in a Bond film. Mon-Thurs, Sun 6pm1am, Fri-Sat 6pm-3am 中山东一路外滩6号2楼

Avenue •1F,The The Podium, InterContinental

恒丰路500号,上海浦西洲际酒店1楼

Popular, long-standing and mostly gay bar. Mon-Thu 8pm-2am; Fri-Sun 8pm-3am

Tianping Lu). T: 6282 0521

The stylish lounge and bar houses a first class selection of fine wines and cocktails.

淮海中路1877号 (近天平路)

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Backroom Lounge 5F, Shanghai Art Museum, 325 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6327 2221

•2F,el47Cóctel Yongfu Lu (near Fuxing Xi Lu).

南京西路325号上海美术馆5楼

An art deco inspired cocktail bar with intimate seating and an impressive list of classic cocktails, vintage wines, fine champagnes and whiskeys.

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upstairs at park 97 2A Gaolan Lu (inside Fuxing Park).T: 5383 2328

Hours Sun-Thu 8pm-2am,Fri-Sat 8pm-4am. 皋兰路２号甲，复兴公园内

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Barbarossa Restaurant & Lounge 231 Nanjing Xi Lu (inside People's Park)

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JW's酒廊：南京西路399号40楼

Table top taps turn this drinking hole into a chugging competition.

Bund Brewery •TheThe Custom House, 11 Hankou Lu (near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu). T: 6321 8447 www.thebundbrewery.com.cn

3699. 39 Taojiang Lu. T: 6431 2668 Hours: 11am-1am. www.hofbraeu.com.cn

glo London Lounge Bar: •1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu (near Dongping Lu). T: 6466 6565.

Cosmopolitan cocktails, flavored mojitos and

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Mini 98 333 Hengshan Lu (near Wuxing Lu). T: 6433 2896 Hours: 2pm-4am

衡山路333号 (近吴兴路)

Bar •2F,Monkey 807 Zhaojiabang Lu (near Gao’an Lu). T: 6438 9148

肇家浜路807号2楼 (近高安路)

Relaxed lounge with an extensive martini menu, wine selection and an array of Japanese snacks. H ours: 9.30pm-1am. www.moonsha.net 中山东一路外滩5号3楼

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Muse Entertainment 68 Yuyao Lu (Tong Le Fang). T: 6218 8166 (同乐坊) 余姚路68号

Room •92F,Music Park Hyatt Shanghai No. 100 Shijie Didao T: 6888 1234 x 4560

Ladies' Night every Wednesday from 8.30pm to 10.30pm

Kaiba •Unit 101, Building D, 528 Kangding

Lu (near Xikang Lu). 739 Dingxi Lu (near Yan'an Xi Lu). Taikang Terrace, Room 202, 169 Jianguo Zhong Lu. T: 6280 5688 Bar •280Koala Huaihai Xi Lu (near Panyu Lu).

Lu). T: 5465 4755

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Nelly’s 162 Maoming Nan Lu (near Fuxing Zhong Lu). T: 6473 7838 Hours: 7pm-3am

茂名南路162号 (近复兴中路)

透明思考餐厅：太仓路181弄北里 11号楼2单元; 牡丹66：南京西路 1266号恒隆广场502

at Park 97 •2A Upstairs Gaolan Lu, Fuxing Park (near Sinan Lu). T: 5383 2328

Hours Sun-Thu 8pm-2am, Fri-Sat 8pm-4am 皋兰路2号甲 (复兴公园内)

Vista •Lobby level, InterContinental Shanghai Expo, 1188 Xueye Lu (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1188

Live entertainment, DJ, a cigar lounge, cheese room and rum and wine tasting room add up to a great evening out. Closed Sunday and Monday.

东雪野路1188号 (近南码头路) 上海世博洲际酒店一楼

Bar •32F,VUE West Tower, Hyatt on the Bund,

199 Huangpu Lu (near Wuchang Lu). T: 6393 1234 x 6348

Revel in the view from this rooftop bar while sipping cocktails. Hours: Sun–Thu 5pm1am; Fri & Sat 5pm-2am

非常时髦酒吧: 黄浦路199号上海外滩茂悦大酒店西楼三十二楼

Red •393Wine Dagu Lu (near Shimen Yi Lu). T: 6327 1800

Live bands, “special beers” and cocktails. Hours: 1pm-2am 和韵：大沽路393号

Bar •300Wunder Liaoyuan Xi Lu (near Dalian Lu). T: 3377 3373

Hours: Mon-Fri 2pm-late, Sat-Sun 12pm-late

•2F,Niche The Westin Shanghai, 88 Henan

辽源西路300号 (近大连路)

A bar-cum-nightclub, perfect for evening soirees of cool cocktails and hot jazz. Happy Hour: 5.30-9.30pm

T: 5050 4888

Zhong Lu. T: 6335 1888 x 7342

Now a retro British pub, this villa used to house liquor factory workers.

Manhattan •231Old Huashan Lu (across from Hilton

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东平路21号 (近衡山路)

Shanghai). T: 6248 2777 Hours: 5pm-5am 华山路231号

Long Bar •Waldorf Astoria Club L Level, 2

•1377Oscar’s Fuxing Lu (near Baoqing Lu).

For a taste of Old Shanghai, look no further than the Waldorf's Long Bar. Hours: 2pm–1am

British social pub with relaxed environment (you'd be relaxed after an eight hour Sunday happy hour as well). Hours: 11am-2am, Happy Hour Mon-Sat 4-8pm, Sun noon-8pm

Downstairs lounge and bar in the Park 97 complex.

A coloured glass extravaganza of a bar bang in the middle of Xintiandi. Hours: 1.30pm-1.30am

南京西路1225号3楼

Liquor Factory •InterContinental Shanghai Expo, 1188

T: 5383 2328 / 5383 2208

Taicang Lu, Xintiandi. T: 6326 2227

Elegant lounge and wine and tapas bars, plus restaurant. Hours: 11.30am-2pm, 6.30-10pm

Not Me 21 Dongping Lu (near Hengshan Lu). T: 6433 0760

酒坊：浦东雪野路1188号，近南码头路上海世博洲际酒店一楼花园及别墅区

•UnitTMSK 2, North Block, Lane 181, 11

Nanjing Xi Lu (near Xikang Lu). T: 6279 1888 x 5306

T: 5258 8779

Xueye Lu (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1188

华山路1038弄183号 (近复兴西路)

Bar & Grill •3F,Wine Shanghai JC Mandarin, 1225

河南中路88号威斯汀大饭店2楼

淮海西路280号 (近番禺路)

Fuxing Xi Lu). T: 6240 2588

Cheap drinks, heavy bass and lot's of space for wacky dance moves. www.windowsbar.com

Often a refuge for tourists who tire of the Xintiandi circus, but it’s worthwhile for locals too. Hours: Sun-Thu 7am-midnight, Fri & Sat 7am-late 新天地太仓路181弄北里5号

太仓路181弄新天地广场北里8号

Underground •698Windows Nanjing Xi Lu (near Wujiang Lu).

衡山路4号 (近乌鲁木齐南路)

181, Taicang Lu. T: 3307 0798

T: 6431 6528

奥斯卡：复兴路1377号(近宝庆路)

Papa’s Bierstube •House 22-24, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu.

46 •46F,X 889 Yanggao Nan Lu, Pudong. 46 floors up in Pudong’s Sofitel. Hours: SunThu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-4am 浦东杨高南路889号46楼

•28F,YU99Bar Jiangbin Road, Luwan District, Shanghai Marriott Hotel Luwan T: 5318 8888

It is an amazing bar where you will be impressed by the inspiring landscape of Lupu Bridge crossing over the Huangpu River. Dance to the rhythm of the river while enjoying the fine wines with a spectacular view of new post Expo Shanghai.

上海市卢湾区江滨路99号28楼（打浦路底）上海绿地万豪酒店

(Yin Yang) •125YYs Nanchang Lu (near Maoming Nan Lu). T: 6466 4098

Small bar crammed with artsy types until the wee hours. 南昌路125号 (近茂名南路)

Zeal •South Bund 22

皋兰路2号甲 (近思南路)

T: 6465 8880

Turns out there is room for another Bund Bar with Lujiazui views.

Club •4F,M2 Hong Kong Plaza, 283 Huaihai

虹梅路3338号虹梅休闲街22-24号, 近延安西路

Bar •25F,Zpark Zpark Bar, Renaissance Shanghai

Zhong Lu (near Huangpi Nan Lu). T: 6288 6222

Large club featuring international DJs playing house and hip-hop. Hours: 9pmlate. www.museshanghai.com

Go along for eins steine or two.

Paulaner Brauhaus •150 Fenyang Lu. T: 6474 5700.

19-20, North Block, Lane 181, Taicang Lu, Xintiandi. T: 6320 3935. Riverside Promenade, Binjiang Dadao, Pudong. T: 6888 3935

Perfectly gluggable, restoring German grog. Hours: Mon-Fri 5pm-2am, Sat 12pm-2am, Sun 11am-2am 宝莱纳：汾阳路150号；太仓路 181弄北里；浦东滨江大道富都段滨江风光亭

Bar •237QHengshan Lu (near Gao’an Lu).

外滩5号6楼

Hofbräuhaus Shanghai •309 Jinyan Lu (Pudong). T: 6163

福州路318号24楼

Narcissus •4 Hengshan Lu (near Wulumuqi Nan

With M on the Bund, Michelle Garnaut (the M) set a new standard in Shanghai. She's done it again. www.m-theglamourbar.com

BRIX •South Bund 22

A perfectly comfortable and nicely unexceptional pub up an alley.

Hours: Every day from 6pm - late. bookings@m1ntglobal.com

KABB •House 5, North Block, Xintiandi, Lane

Lu). T: 6329 3571

740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0734

• M1NT Lounge 24F, 318 Fuzhou Lu. T: 6391 2811

Still the same expansive city views, great music and an emphasis on champagne. Hours: 5.30pm-2am

Glamour Bar •6F,The 5 on the Bund (near Guangdong

Bar •2F,The The Langham, Yangtze Boutique,

Passage •LaneTime 1038, 183 Huashan Lu (near

Xi Lu. T: 5359 4969 x 6864

T: 6433 6511

Hours: 5.30pm-2am

福州路318号24楼

Lounge •40F,JW’S JW Marriott Hotel, 399 Nanjing

Lounge & Bar •2A Lux Gaolan Lu (near Sinan Lu).

•1877Eddy’s Huaihai Zhong Lu (near

Hours: Wed - Sat 9pm-late. bookings@m1ntglobal.com

铜仁路142号 (近延安西路)

An Irish pub (who’d have guessed it?) for the lads and lasses who live east of the Huangpu River. Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-11pm, Sat 5-11pm

Shanghai Puxi, 500 Hongfeng Lu. T: 5253 9999 x 6311

Comfortable sofas, a great selection of unique cocktails and an excellent wine list.

T: 6289 3715

Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6322 9988

都柏林：浦东银城东路101号，汇丰大厦2楼

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•142Judy’s Tongren Lu (near Nanjing Xi Lu).

Exchange •2F,Dublin HSBC Building, 101 Yincheng Dong Lu, Pudong. T: 6841 2052

T: 6339 2779

T: 6355 8999

Club Lounge •LaneT8181, 8 Taicang Lu, Xintiandi.

T: 6415 7019 Hours: 1pm-2am

Bar & Restaurant •267Crossroads Huashan Lu (opposite the Hilton).

Excellent decor, fine wines and – obviously – a wide range of quality cigars. Hours: 5.30pm-12.30am

T: 5877 1231. 5F, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu (near Zhaojiabang Lu). T: 6447 9690 Hours: 10am-10pm

Jenny’s Blue Bar •7 Donghu Lu (near Huaihai Zhong Lu). 东湖路7号 (近淮海中路)

Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6279 1888 x 5232

Bay •15Halong Lujiazui Lu (inside Lujiazui Park).

爵士吧和平饭店中国上海南京东路 20号 200002

The CO2 Cigar Bar is where cigar connoisseurs and those who indulge occasionally gather to share their love of the finer things in life.

T: 6248 1588

泰康路288号 (近瑞金二路)

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中山东一路6号3楼

Beautiful bar for the beautiful people.Hours: Daily, 11.30am-1am

T: 6415 8180

Lounge •3F,Moonsha 5 on the Bund. T: 6323 1117

Terracotta warriors overlook the proceedings from niches in the walls. Hours: 11.30am-2am

Lu). T: 6215 8777

陕西南路35号6楼 (近长乐路)

Hours: 6pm-2am

中山东一路6号4楼 (近福州路)

•6F,SUGAR 35 Shaanxi Nan Lu (near Changle

Melting Pot •288The Taikang Lu (near Ruijin Er Lu).

The cycle of life: from monkey bars to Monkey Bar. Hours: 10pm-late

Fuzhou Lu). T: 6321 5398

T: 6329 7333

Beaver •28 The Yueyang Lu (near Dongping Lu).

Hours: 10pm-late

M1NT Club 24F, 318 Fuzhou Lu. T: 6391 2811

Jasmine Bridge 253 Jiashan Lu (near Jianguo Xi Lu). T: 5465 2680

A decadent place to unwind while listening to the live band playing a mix of jazz and classic Chinese songs. Hours: 8pm-late

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Mela 145 Nanyang Lu (near Xikang Lu). T: 6258 1090 南阳路145号 (近西康路)

T: 6385 6677 / 6385 2277

Golden Bull •Central Plaza Shop: 3F, Central Plaza,

中环广场店: 淮海中路381号, 中环广场3楼; 国金中心店: 浦东新区世纪大道 8号国金中心L3_19

a tapas menu suitable for sharing. Private hire available. Hours: Daily 5pm-late. www. glolondon.com

• CJW House 2, Lane 123 Xinye Lu, Xintiandi.

巨鹿路889号(11-12幢1-2层) (近常熟路)

Golden Bull has been in HK for 30 years and has now arrived in Shanghai, with an elegant environment and delicate dishes.

T: 6437 9446

静安区康定路528号(近西康路)

Located in an old villa on Julu Lu and serving some of the best Vietnamese cuisine in Shanghai. www.fccshanghai.com

381 Huaihai Zhong Lu (near Madang Lu). T: 6391 5589. IFC Shop: L3-19, IFC, 8 Shiji Dadao, Pudong. T: 6190 8170

The Camel Sports Bar •1 Yueyang Lu (near Fenyang Lu)

T: 6433 5710

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M Factory 172 Maoming Nan Lu (near Yongjia Lu). T: 6415 1088

Hours: 2pm-2am

衡山路237号 (近高安路)

茂名南路172号 (近永嘉路)

Bo Bo Jiu Lounge •LaneShile 599, 1 Fangdian Lu, Pudong (near

•154Manhattan Nanyang Lu (near Xikang Lu).

A Western-style lounge and outdoor cigar bar. Hours: 9.30am-9.30pm

T: 6247 6656

南阳路154号 (进西康路)

Jinxiu Lu). T: 5033 9113

十乐薄薄酒：浦东新区芳甸路599弄 1号(近锦绣路)

Zhongshan Park Hotel, 1018 Changning Lu. T: 6115 8818 Get your drink and your groove on at this hotel bar.

WINE

ASC Fine Wines •Room 808, Tian An Centre, 338 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6445 3214

China’s largest importer/distributor of quality wines, representing 800 wines and 80 winemakers from 13 countries, online purchases and delivery available. www. asc-wines.com 南京西路338号天安中心大厦808室

Cellar •2F,Aussino 1-3 Weihai Lu. T: 5118 1299

Over 800 wines from 200 wineries. Wine club membership, exclusive discounts, tastings and events. Hours: 10ammidnight. www.aussino.net 黄浦区威海路1-3号

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Millesimes •415Aux Shaanxi Bei Lu (near Beijing Xi Lu). T: 5213 7883

www.auxmillesimes.com

Brachetto d’Acqui •2000 Jianhe Lu. T: 6262 1377.

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Dr. Harriet Jin's Dental Surgery Room 1904, Hui Yin Plaza, 2088 Huashan Lu (near Hongqiao Lu). T: 6448 0882 华山路2088号汇银广场1904室

218 Changde Lu. T: 6279 3551

Cellar Door Wines •1-103A, 508 Jiashan Lu. T: 5466 6936

Lujiazui Xi Lu. T: 5047 1790 www.care2004.com

陆家嘴168号正大广场7楼09室

Cidi Dental Clinic •Room 706-708, 495 Jiangning Lu.

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安福路53-57号(近常熟路); 太仓路 58号(近济南路)

Fine Wines •409Jointek Weihai Lu (near Shimen Yi Lu).

衡山路922号3001B

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General and Cosmetic Dental Centre of Shanghai United Family Hospital and Clinics 1139 Xianxia Lu. T: 5133 1909 仙霞路1139号

Health Care Medical •andGlobal Dental Centre

T: 6340 0955

Room 301, Kerry Center, 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 5298 6339

骏德酒业：威海路409号 (近石门一路)

上海全康医疗中心: 南京西路1515号上海嘉里中心301室

Representative office and retail store. www.jointekfinewines.com

Reserve •383Napa Weihai Lu. T: 6340 0418

Retailer specialising in wines from Napa Valley and Sonoma. Free wine tastings every Friday. www.napareservewines.com 威海路383号

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Summergate T: 6329 4433 x 109

Free door-to-door delivery from a climatecontrolled warehouse within 24 hours of order, from Monday to Friday. cellar.door@summergate.com

Hours: Mon-Fri: 8am-7pm; Sat-Sun: 9am5pm. www.ghcchina.com

Dental Care •3040Hygeia Yan’an Xi Lu (3721 Hongmei Lu,

Dental •7F ProShine JH Plaza, 2008 Huqingping Lu. www.proshine-dental.com

Hours: Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm, www.ufh. com.cn

www.torreschina.com

13, 505 Zhongshan Nan Lu. T: 6152 6680

Dental 思迈登齿科： •4F,Smile 215 Hefei Lu.

Hours: 10am – 7pm T: (400) 882 0506 www.smiledent.cn

www.wine-link.com

安福路228弄18号(近乌鲁木齐路)

HEALTH Dental

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Art Dentistry Room 801, Oriental Centre, 21 Wujiang Lu (near Nanjing Xi Lu). T: 5211 0521 artdentistry@126.com 吴江路21号801室

BYER DENTAL •Gubei Clinic: 4F, St Michael

Hospital, 388 Hongbaoshi Lu (near Gubei Lu). T: 5212 3795 / 138 1671 2008. Cloud Nine Clinic: 5F, 1018 Changning Lu. T: 133 8622 2169 (24 hours). Pudong Clinic: Room 201-204, 1275 Yingchun Lu. T: 133 8622 2169 (24 hours) One of Shanghai's largest dental groups, Byer imports its digital detection and treatment systems as well as its dentists.

Shaanxi Bei Lu

静安馆：静安陕西北路470弄12号 402

Raja Yoga •Xujiahui Club: 3F, 88 Xingeng Lu.

T: 6427 4318. Caobao Lu Club: 7F, 93 Caobao Lu. T: 6484 9557. Wanda Club: 3F, 189 Zhengtong Lu. T: 3511 1093

3388 Sichen Lu, Sijing Town, Songjiang. T: 3761 8888

SofitTM健身中心: 上海黄河佘山索菲特大酒店，松江区泗泾镇泗陈公路3388弄

Health Services

• AEA

T: 6295 0099

International 24 hour Alarm Centre for medical emergencies that require evacuation. First aid kits and training available.

Hospital, 197 Ruijin Er Lu (near Shaoxing Lu). T: 6437 7445 Comprehensive eye care clinic. Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. www.rjeye.com

瑞金二路197号瑞金医院新门诊12楼

Parkway Health Medical •CENTRES

Parkway Corporate Office, 7F, 108 Zhaojiabang Lu. Gleneagles Medical and Surgical Centre, 4F, 389 Nanjing Xi Lu. Shanghai Centre Medical and Dental Centres, 203-4 West Retail Plaza, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu. Specialty and Inpatient Centre, 2/3F, 170 Danshui Lu. Hongqiao Medical Centre, 2258 Hongqiao Lu. Jinqiao Medical and Dental Centre, 51 Hongfeng Lu. Mandarine City Medical Centre, Mandarine City, Suite 30, 788 Hongxu Lu. 24-hour appointment service. T: 6445 5999 百汇（上海）医院管理有限公司：肇嘉浜路108号7楼；南京西路389号明天广场裙房4楼；南京西路1376号 203-204室；淡水路170号2-3楼；虹桥路2258号；浦东金桥红枫路 51号；虹许路788号名都城30号底层

Shanghai Children’s Medical •Centre 1678 Dongfang Lu. T: 5873 2020 东方路1678号

Shanghai Gleneagles •International Medical, Dental

Internationally-trained medical staff and state-of-the-art facilities. Dentistry, family medicine, general surgery, gynaecology and more. Hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am5.30pm. www.gleneagles.com.cn 南京西路389号明天广场4楼

Shanghai International •Hospital 525 Hongfeng Lu. T: 3871 9999 x 1222 www.hhp.org.cn

上海国际医院：上海市浦东新区红枫路525号

14F, Complex Building, Huashan Hospital, 12 Wulumuqi Zhong Lu (near Changle Lu). T: 6249 3246

Landseed Hospital •7F,Shanghai 937 Yan'an Xi Lu

乌鲁木齐路12号华山医院综合楼14楼

延安西路937号7楼

Hours: 8am-8pm. www.americanobgyn.com, www.huashanobgyn.com.cn

Wulumuqi Zhong Lu). T: 5403 6548 / 5403 0594

淮海中路1375号5A座 (近复兴路)

Pure Tai Chi •Jing’an Centre: 402, Building 12, 470

American-Sino Ob/Gyn •Service

Discoveries •TheWine Cool Docks, Room 101-111, No.

A website that distributes imported wines, Champagne, spirits, food and wine accessories. They can deliver to your door in 24 hours. www.yangjiu.com

延平路98号C幢2楼

Vision Eye Clinic •12F,New New Outpatient Building, Ruijin

& Surgical Centre 4F, 389 Nanjing Xi Lu, Tomorrow Square (same building as the JW Marriott Hotel). T: 6375 5588

南京西路388号仙乐斯广场1楼

中山东一路27号

Fuxing Zhong Lu). T: 6431 6275

China’s first carbon neutral gym offers an exclusive club environment and the latest innovations in fitness from Technogym. www.onewellness.com.cn

衡山路910号 (近天平路)

A fitness facility that embraces a holistic approach to physical and spiritual wellbeing. Hours: 6am-10pm

T: 6473 7733

8 Quankou Road (near Linquan Road), Changning District. T: 2216 3909

•UnitYangjiu 5A, 1375 Huaihai Zhong Lu (near

Xinzha Lu). T: 6267 1550

www.pmehk.com

scmcmed@online.sh.cn

House of Roosevelt has one of the largest wine cellars in Asia. www.rooseveltchina. com

Wine-Link •House 18, Lane 228 Anfu Lu (near

Wellness •2F,One Block C, 98 Yanping Lu (near

Hospital of the China Welfare Institute 910 Hengshan Lu (near Tianping Lu). T: 6447 0399 / 6407 9476.

SoFit •Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Huanghe,

Shanghai United Family •Hospital - Dental Clinic

黄浦区中山南路505号老码头，13号楼101室

T: 6288 5278 / 135 6424 0374

International Peace •Maternity and Child Health

Asia •3F,Orthodontics Ciro’s Plaza, 388 Nanjing Xi Lu.

2F, 27 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 2322 0888

Wine Discoveries offers you a great selection of South African, German, Australian and French wines. Free delivery for one case or six bottles. www. safinewines.co.za/info@safinewines.co.za

Classes for kickboxing, yoga and more

Hours: 8am-10pm (out-patient clinic), 10pm-8am (night emergency)

延安西路3040号; 虹梅路3721号

T:5988 5898

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Web: www.mewellness.com

Huashan Worldwide Medical •Centre

The first international member of IHRSA in China, Raja has more than seven clubs in Shanghai.

Hongqiao Pearl City). T: 6406 1866 / 137 6127 5978

Roosevelt Wine Cellar, THE •HOUSE OF ROOSEVELT

Torres Wine Trading Co. Room 301, Bldg 4, 990 Changping Lu. T: 6267 7979 x 807

WellNess •668MeHuai'an Lu (near Xi Suzhou Lu).

Thai boxing studio run by tough-guy Tomer Oz. www.ozbodyfit.com

Hengshan Lu (next to the Pacific Department Store, Xujiahui). T: 6447 0390

EnoteCa Wine Lounge and Boutique 53-57 Anfu Lu (near Changshu Lu). T: 5404 0050. 58 Taicang Lu (near Ji'nan Lu). T: 5306 3400

A massive 24-hour gym with amenities galore and something for the entire family.

Dr. Zhou’s Dental Clinic •Room 3001B, Jianhui Mansion, 922

www.emw-wines.com

新华路660号万宝国际商务中心202室

1388 Huamu Lu. T: 6169 8856

Body Fit •717OZHuai'an Lu (near Xi Suzhou Lu).

T: 5115 4575

Business Centre, 660 Xinhua Lu (near Dingxi Lu). T: 6282 4966

12 Wulumuqi Zhong Lu. T: 5288 7250. Out-patient clinic: 8F, Building 1. Night Emergency: 15F, Building 6. T: 6248 3986 / 6248 9999

江宁路495号706-708室

East Meets West Fine Wines •Room 202, Man Po International

European and US style insurance plans. www.healthlineasia.com

Hours: 10am-5pm. www.globalnutraexpress.cn.

KERRY SPORTS •Kerry Hotel Pudong Shanghai, 4F, Dental Clinic •7F,Care Room 9, Super Brand Mall, 168

Lu, Pudong. T: 6215 3513

银城东路101号汇丰大厦21楼

健身中心：浦东雪野路1188号 (近南码头路) 上海世博洲际酒店四楼

Cheese & Fizz •119 Madang Lu, North Block,

Asia •21F,Healthline HSBC Tower, 101 Yincheng Dong

Global Nutra-Express •Room 606, 261 Yunnan Nan Lu.

Expo, 1188 Xueye Lu, Pudong (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1188

为生活喝一杯.

新天地店: 新天地北里马当路119号; 上海商城店：南京西路1376号上海商城111A; 正大广场店: 浦东陆家嘴 168号GF28

恒丰路500号,上海浦西洲际酒店6楼

Club •LevelHealth 4, InterContinental Shanghai

Australian wine specialist with the city's only free tasting section. www.cdwines.com.cn

French gourmet food and bottles of bubbles and table wines.

A well-equipped fitness centre featuring personalised training programs, plus a sauna, steam room and yoga room.

T: 138 1848 8508 / 139 1826 5447

剑河路2000号; 常德路218号

Xintiandi Plaza. T: 6336 5823. Unit 111A, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6279 8298. Unit GF28, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, Pudong. T: 5041 1695

T: 5253 9999 x 6268

Shanghai Clinic •LaneBioscor 89, 5 Xingguo Lu (near Hunan Lu). T: 6431 8899

International clinic with Australian, American and Chinese doctors specialising in plastic/cosmetic surgery, medical skin treatment, natural hair regrowth and cosmetic dentistry. www.bioscor.com.cn 兴国路89弄5号 (近湖南路)

The Shanghai international •aesthetic clinic

Internationally trained medical team provides family medicine, gynaecology, general surgery, pediatrics, and more. www.landseedhospital.com.cn

Shanghai United Family •Hospital

1139 Xianxia Lu. T: 2216 3900 (hospital) / 2216 3922 or 2216 3936 (appointments) / 2216 3999 (24 hour emergency hotline)

A purpose built, full service, internationally accredited hospital that offers a full 24/7 emergency room. Hours: Mon-Sat, 8.30am-5.30pm. www.ufh.com.cn

Huashan Pudong Hospital International Division Managed by United Family Healthcare Ground floor, Area A & B, 525 Hongfeng Lu, Pudong. Appointments: 5030 9907

Suite 208, 1275 Yingchun Lu, Pudong District. T: 3868 5118 / 139 1890 7562 www.tiac.com.cn

上海浦东新区迎春路1275号208室

www.ufh.com.cn

Fitness & Yoga AUMNIE, YOGA WEAR •Showroom: 3F, 60 Xinle Lu (near

Xiangyang Bei Lu). T: 5404 3135. Hotline: 4008 111 683

Yoga clothes for an active lifestyle that are health and wellness inspired. Also available online. info@aumnie.com, www. aumnie.com 新乐路60号3楼

Body & Soul Yoga •Building 12, 470 Shaanxi Bei Lu.

No 401, Oneluijiazui Building, 68 Yincheng Lu, Lujiazui. T: 3218 0009

One of the best international yoga centres in Shanghai. www.bnsyoga.com 溢修瑜珈: 陕西北路470弄12号, 浦东银城中路68号4楼，陆家嘴环路路口

Centre •6F,Fitness Hotel Main Tower, Intercontinental Hotel Shanghai, 500 Hengfeng Lu.

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Body & Soul – Medical Clinics Huangpu Clinic: Suite 5, 14F, Anji Plaza, 1 Jianguo Xin Lu (760 Xizang Nan Lu). T: 5101 9262. Minhang Clinic: 211 Chengjiaqiao Lu (near Hongmei Lu). T: 6461 6550

United Family Minhang Clinic Shanghai Racquet Club, Ground Floor Clubhouse. Lane 555 Jinfeng Lu, Hua Cao Town, Minhang District. T: 2201 0995 A comprehensive clinic that offers family medicine and counselling services for the whole family. Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. www.ufh.com.cn, srcclinic@ufh.com.cn

German-managed clinic for integrative medicine, treating acute and chronic diseases in internal medicine, gynaecology, acupuncture, etc. English, German, French, Spanish and Chinese consulting. 黄浦门诊: 建国新路1号14楼5室 (近西藏南路); 闵行门诊: 中谊路880号 (近七莘路)

Canadian Evergreen Family •Health Centre 1286 Hongqiao Lu. T: 6270 6265 www.greenmedicalcenter-sh.com 虹桥路1286号

Sino United Health •Shanghai Centre (Portman) Clinic:

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Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6279 8920. Jinqiao Clinic: Lane 300, 16 Hongfeng Lu (near Biyun Lu), Jinqiao, Pudong. T: 5030 7810. Gubei Clinic: 491 Yili Nan Lu, Gubei. T: 6124 9979 Specialists from around the world in the fields of orthopedics, physiotherapy, sports medicine, and neurology. www. sinounitedhealth.com

上海城门诊部：南京西路1376号上海商城西峰601室; 金桥门诊部：浦东金桥红枫路300弄16号(近碧云路); 古北门诊部：伊犁南路491号(近黄金城道)

WHS •Shanghai Centre: 1F, 106D,

1376 Nanjing Xi Lu (across from HSBC Bank). T: 6289 8511. Kerry Parkside, 1378 Huamu Lu, B130B (across from Watsons). T: 4006 110 212

One-stop-shop health store chain providing professional guidance on imported health & wellness products from around the world.

EDUCATION Schools

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Active Kidz shanghai Room 601, 3211 Hongmei Lu (near Chen Jiaqiaozhi Lu). T: 6406 6757. Pudong: Ramada Plaza, 18 Xinqiao Lu (near Biyun Lu). T: 3872 6770 (Wed-Fri) Community-run, non profit organisation that provides quality athletic programs for expatriate children. www.activekidz.org

AKS是一个对外籍儿童提供优质体育活动的非营利性的社会组织。活动包括足球，棒球，篮球，体操，芭蕾，网球等。浦西：虹梅路3211号601 室（陈家桥支路) ；浦东：新金桥路 18号华美达大酒店1楼， T: 3872 6770 (周三至周五）

I Mandarin •Shanghai Centre: Suite 721,

Shanghai Centre. T: 3222 1028. Xintiandi: Suite 1906, Hong Kong Plaza South Tower. T: 3308 0508. Hongqiao: Suite C207, Shang-Mi Ra Commercial Centre. T: 3223 1046. Xujiahui: Suite 2008, Grand Gateway Tower. T: 5451 0234. Dongfang Lu: Suite 11D1, Purple Mountain Hotel. T: 6867 1330

沪南路2979号600; 闵行区金光路 111号

children's technology •workshop

Hongqiao: Unit 504, 3211 Hongmei Lu (above City Shop). T: 6446 6766. Pudong: Unit 46-47B Thumb Plaza, 199 Fangdian Lu. T: 5033 3053 www.ctworkshop.com.cn dora@ctworkshop.com.cn

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Concordia INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SHANGHAI 999 Mingyue Lu (near Yunshan Lu), Jinqiao. T: 5899 0380 www.ciss.com.cn

www.mandarinfamily.com

金桥校区：碧云路199弄40号302室

www.dulwich-shanghai.cn

上海德威英国国际学校:主校区：上海浦东金桥蓝桉路266号幼儿园：上海浦东金桥蓝桉路425号

恒隆广场；新天地；浦东陆家嘴；

Miracle Mandarin •Xuhui Campus: 1195 Fuxing Zhong

徐汇区石龙路980弄3号101室(近老沪闵路)

International School •384Fudan Guoquan Lu. T: 6511 1292 / 6433 1258 www.fis.net.cn

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Comprehensive and total care for children. Children from all over Shanghai are welcome. www.creativity0891.com

Kindergarten •1361Fortune Dongfang Lu. T: 5458 0508

www.fkis.com.cn. 浦东东方路1361号

Montessori Children •Academy

56 Lingshan Lu, Jinqiao, Pudong. T: 5075 5472 浦东金桥灵山路56号2000弄

New Concept Mandarin •T: 5228 2950 www.newconceptmandarin.com

Rainbow Bridge •International School

2381 Hongqiao Lu (inside Shanghai Zoo). T: 6268 9773 / 6268 3121

Preschool, kindergarten, and elementary grades one to six. www.rbischina.org

Shanghai American School •Minhang Campus: 258 Jinfeng Lu, Zhudi Town. T: 6221 1445. Pudong Campus: 1600 Lingbai Gong Lu

Hongqiao ECE Campus: 2212 Hongqiao Road, Shanghai.T: 6261 4338. Hongqiao Campus: 1161 Hongqiao Lu. T: 6261 4338. Pudong Lower School: 800 Xiuyan Lu. T: 5812 9888. Pudong Upper School: 198 Hengqiao Lu. T: 5812 9888. Hangzhou Campus: 78 Dongxin Lu, Hangzhou. T: (571) 8669 0045 www.scischina.org

虹桥ECE校区：虹桥路2212号 ;虹桥总校：虹桥路1161号 ;浦东小学部：秀沿路800号 ;浦东初高中部：横桥路198号;杭州校区：东新路78号

闵行校区: 极地路288号; 闵行校区: 朱建路301号; 徐汇校区: 华泾路 1455号

A multi-disciplinary practice focusing on the educational setting, with a genuine understanding of the challenges faced by schools, teachers, parents and children. They assist in identifying and treating academic, communication or social problems using evidence-based systems. www.essentiallearninggroup.com

A future-orientated school with a diverse and compassionate community. Its goal is for its students to enter the world as well-balanced, global citizens. www.wiss.cn

Play group and Edu Drama programs for children from 6 months to 8 years in English and Mandarin. Preschool, nursery and kindergarten classes also available. www.juliagabriel.com

www.ssis.cn

Room 101, Lane 980, 3 Shilong Lu. (near Lao Humin Lu). T: 5206 6273

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The WESTERN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF SHANGHAI (WISS) 555 Lianmin Lu, Qingpu. T: 6976 6388

JULIA GABRIEL CENTRE FOR •LEARNING

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THE ESSENTIAL LEARNING •GROUP

Yincheng Zhong Lu, Lujiazui. T: 5010 6656

www.miraclemandarin.com course@miraclemandarin.com

Shanghai Singapore International School Minhang Campus: 301 Zhujian Lu. T: 6221 9288. Xuhui Campus: 1455 Huajing Lu. T: 6496 5550

新闸路1851号604室 (近胶州路)

Bamboo Leaf •No. 403 Oneluijiazui Building, 68

Creativity Kindergarten T: 6482 0881

Xintiandi Centre. T: 6390 6979. Pudong, Lujiazui. T: 5054 0033

T: 6228 0588 / 6228 0586

Suite 604, 1851 Xinzha Lu (near Jiaozhou Lu). T: 6253 2235 / 5213 1815.www.easymandarin.cn

吴兴路29号

www.mandarinhouse.cn

Shanghai Melody Mandarin •Training Centre

easyMandarin •Xinzha Lu Campus (main campus):

Hours: Noon-2am

Mandarin House •Plaza 66 Centre. T: 6288 2308.

Shanghai Community •International School

DCS Main Campus: 266 Lan'an Road, Jinqiao, Pudong DUCKS Campus: 425 Lan'an Road, Jinqiao, Pudong T:5899 9910

Lane 88, Huichuan Lu (near Changning Lu). T: 5273 5525

青浦区联民路555号

闵行校区: 金丰路258号; 浦东校区: 凌白公路1600号

Dulwich College Shanghai •(DCS)

Massage •29Butterfly Wuxing Lu. T: 6466 5882.

Lu). T: 6291 2509

www.saschina.org

浦东金桥明月路999号

新乐路158号

American School •AlleyLivingston 177, 29 Tianshan Lu (near Xiehe

复兴中路1195号(陕西南路路口); 青海路90弄50号(近南京西路);

www.bisschina.com

Hours: 11am-9pm. www.browhaus.cn

上海外国语大学附属外国语学校：中山北一路295号，近广中路

Jinqiao Campus: Room 302, Lane 199, 40 Biyun Lu (near Biyun Carrefour). T: 5030 9916

Shanghai United •International School

Hongqiao Campus: 999 Hongquan Lu, Minhang. T: 3431 0090. Gubei Secondary Campus: 248 Hongsong Dong Lu, Minhang. T: 5175 3030. Pudong Campus: 48 Xueye Lu, Pudong. T: 5886 9990. Shangyin Campus, 185 Longming Lu, Minhang. T: 5417 8143. Jiao Ke Secondary Campus: 55 Wanyuan Lu, Minhang. T: 6480 9986 www.suis.com.cn

上海协和双语学校虹桥校区：虹泉路999号，近金汇路。古北中学校区：红松东路248号。浦东校区：浦东新区雪野路48号。尚音校区：龙茗路185号。教科实中校区：万源路55号。

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Yew Chung International School Gubei Campus: 18 Ronghua Xi Lu. T: 6219 5910. Hongqiao Campus: 11 Shuicheng Lu. T: 6242 3243. Pudong Campus, Regency Park: 1817 Huamu Lu. T: 5033 1900. Pudong

Specialising in Western colouring and Japanese hair straightening techniques.

T: 5403 0011

www.sfls.cn

Mandarin Family – The •Language Centre of Chinese

Essensuals 杭州大厦一店；杭州大厦二店；昆明店；宁波店;福建店。

The Brow Salon •158BrowhOus, Xinle Lu (near Xiangyang Lu).

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www. laschina.org 天山路177弄29号

Haifang Lu). T: 6277 8778. Pudong: 1208 Biyun Lu, Jinqiao (near Hongfeng Lu).T: 5030 3878

浦西店：上海市江宁路778号（海防路口）；浦东店：上海市浦东金桥碧云路1208号（红枫路）

International Division of Shanghai International Studies University 295 Zhongshan Bei Yi Lu (near Guangzhong Lu). T: 6516 0844

The British International •School

Pudong: 600 Cambridge Forest New Town, 2729 Hunan Lu. T: 5812 7455. Puxi: 111 Jinguang Lu, Huacao Town, Minhang District. T: 5226 3211

馨园水疗: 陕西北路457号(近北京西路)

上海商城721室; 香港广场南座 1906室；C207港汇广场2008室; 紫金山酒店11D1室

T: 6295 0461 www.brainschool.com.cn 荣华东道126号2楼

www.ycis-sh.com

古北校区: 荣华西道18号; 虹桥校区: 水城路11号; 浦东校区御翠园: 浦东花木路1817号, 浦东校区世纪公园: 浦东东绣路1433号

wrap and Jacuzzi), nail spa, waxing and pre-natal treatment.

www.imandarin.net

Lu (Shanxi Nan Lu Metro Exit 1). T: 6474 9716. Jing’an Campus: Lane 90, 50 Qinghai Lu (Nanjing Xi Lu Metro Exit 2). T: 6218 3629.

School •2F,Brain 126 Ronghua Dong Dao.

Campus, Century Park: 1433 Dongxiu Lu. T: 5045 6475

75 Wuxing Lu. T: 6437 3773

吴兴路75号

Little Eton Bilingual •Kindergarten

Massages, waxing and manicures by experienced, well-trained therapists with complimentary sandwiches. They also offer a therapist's training course, if you’d like to massage your family members. www.blretreat.com 清云居: 浦东陆家嘴银城中路68 号时代金融中心403

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Banyan Tree Spa 3F, The Westin Shanghai (Westin Residences), 88 Henan Zhong Lu (near Yan’an Dong Lu). T: 6335 1888 Highly regarded spa in the Westin, for massages and spa treatments. 威斯汀酒店3楼

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BAMBOO 7 3F-C1, 37 Shuicheng Nan Lu. T: 6209 8400. Huaguang Shop: 3308 Hongmei Lu. T: 5422 1271. Biyun Shop: 1198 Biyun Lu. T: 5030 8406. Jiuzhou Shop: 3F, 3219 Hongmei Lu. T: 5175 9168. Meihua Shop: 985 Meihua Lu. T: 5059 9059. Luocheng Shop: 12 Shuicheng Lu. T: 6295 0300. Pucheng Shop: 708 Pucheng Lu. T: 5877 1788. Xintiandi Shop: 586 Madang Lu. T: 3331 7117. Yingchun Shop: 1130 Yingchun Lu. T: 6856 7122. Huangjinchengdao Shop: Room201, 735 Huangjinchengdao Lu. T: 6208 9200. Dapu Shop: 550 Xujiahui Lu. T: 5465 9959. Dagu Shop: 508 Dagu Lu. T: 3366 2778

Charme Hair Sculpture •Room 106, 308 Anfu Road (near Wukang Lu). T: 6433 9929

A trendy salon set in the midst of the French Concession offering a high level of professional standards.

Tanning •B1,Eurosun 376 Wukang Lu (near Hunan Lu).

Massage •LaneChang 177, 183 Fumin Lu (near Julu Lu). T: 5403 6919

Dedicated to delivering a smart tan, Eurosun boasts state-of-the-art tanning beds. Hours: 9.30am-9pm

Hours:11am-2am

武康路376号(近湖南路)

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Evian Spa by Three •2F, Three on the Bund, 3 Zhongshan

Chengcheng Massage 51 Fumin Lu (near Yan’an Zhong Lu). T: 6289 3210 Uses fragrant oils combined with traditional Chinese massage. House calls available. Hours: 11am-2am 富民路51号

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Chuan Spa 3F, The Langham, Yangtze Boutique. 740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0722

Facilities include infinity baths, steam showers, body spray, wet and dry saunas.

Club Mayson Shanghai •House 2, 3911 Hongmei Lu. T: 6262 8077

Keyuan Lu (near Longdong Da Dao). T: 2898 6078. 266 Ruijin Er Lu (near Taikang Lu). T: 5465 7291. Nanchang Lu (near Yandang Lu). T: 6384 2033 booking@mydivalife.com

科苑路88号德国中心3号楼（近龙东大道）；瑞金二路266号（近泰康路）；南昌路66号, （近雁荡路）

• Shanghai montessori

Dragonfly Crossroads @ •Donghu

• SHANGAHI XIANGYANG

BILINGUAL Kindergarten 1481 Huqingping Lu (near Zhuguang Lu). T: 5988 6116 www.xiangyang.sh.ejt.cn

Bronze Bodies •209A, Infinity Plaza, 138 Huaihai

Zhong Lu. T: 6335 3091. Suite 1FB, Silver Tower, Jiu An Plaza, 258 Tongren Lu. T: 6247 7377 上海市卢湾区淮海中路138号无限度广场209A；铜仁路258号1楼B室

沪青平公路1481号

Sunflower International •Kindergarten 418 Yunjian Lu. T: 5030 3681

www.sunmonte.com 云间路418号

TINY TOTS PRE-SCHOOL AND •KINDERGARTEN

50 Gumei Lu (near Lianhua Lu). T: 6480 8933. 43 Fuxing Xi Lu (near Yongfu Lu). T: 6431 3788

2F, 218 Xinle Lu, Xuhui District (near Donghu Lu) T: 5403 6133 Hours: 12pm-12am

上海市徐汇区新乐路２18号2楼

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Dragonfly Therapeutic Retreat 20 Donghu Lu. T: 5405 0008. Villa 5, Lane 3911 Hongmei Lu. T: 6242 4328. 206 Xinle Lu. T: 5403 9982. 386 Hongfeng Lu, Jinqiao, Pudong.T: 3872 6996. 2F, 218 Xinle Lu. T: 5403 6133. Pudong Kerry Parkside, Retail L119, 1378 Huamu Lu. T: 2025 2308. 646 Baole Lu. T: 6221 9770. Room 202, 322 Anfu Lu. T: 5406 0680 193 Jiaozhou Road T: 5213 5778

Art Kindergarten •75 Xuhui Wuxing Lu (near Hengshan Lu). www.shei.gov.cn/qycp/q0294100.htm

BEAUTY

Nail Salon •208Glamour Nanyang Lu (behind Shanghai Centre, between Big Bamboo & Malone’s). T: 6279 0170

Friendly, professional, high quality service in a convenient location. Hours: 10am-10pm

世纪大道88号金茂大厦J-life1楼15号

Just BB •T: (400) 8202 203

HAIR SALON SPA •15AMANI Wujiang Lu (next to the

Adopting from ancient Cambodian wellness philosophies, APSARA SPA brings you a heavenly experience that rejuvenates your body and mind with spa rituals & facial care. Services include signature Royal spa rituals, relaxing massages, rejuvenating facials, pampering body therapies (body scrub,

Jinqiao Branch: T: 2023 6727

Hours:10am-12pm. www.greenmassage.com.cn

Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao. T: 5103 6767

吴兴路75号，近衡山路

Lu). T: 6258 5580

Hours: 10:30-2am.

GIn One Spa •No. 15 Entrance, 1F J-life, Jin Mao

T: 6474 4595

APSARA Spa •457 Shanxi Bei Lu (near Beijing Xi

Shunchang Lu). T: 5386 0222. Xujiahui: 88 Xingeng Lu (near Tianyaoqiao Lu). T: 6468 7076. Shanghai Centre: 202 West Retail Plaza, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu (near Xikang Lu). T: 6289 7776. Lujiazui: 304, 3F, The Shops & Restaurants, Shanghai World Financial Centre, 100, Shiji Dadao (near Dongtai Lu). T: 6877 8188.

东湖路20号；虹梅路3911号5号别墅；新乐路206号；浦东金桥红枫路386号；新乐路218号;浦东花木路1378号；保乐路646号；安福路 322号202室;胶州路193号

闵行区：古美路50号（近莲花路）徐汇区：复兴西路43号

南京西路店：吴江路15号 (近上海电视台)；浦东店：梅花路1071号 (近国际博览中心)；浦东南路1078号

Green Massage •Xintiandi: 58 Taicang Lu (near

Contemporary Asian retreat. Hours: 10am-1am. www.dragonfly.net

International pre-school and kindergarten for children aged 20 months to 6 years. Tiny Toddler class for children aged 12-24 months every Monday, Wednesday and, Friday afternoon. www.tinytots.com.cn

Shanghai TV Station). T: 5213 5823. 1071 Meihua Lu, Pudong (near the International Expo Center). T: 6093 6068. 1078 Pudong Nan Lu. T: 2023 5935

虹梅路3182号；虹桥路1号港汇广场 4楼466铺；陕西南路35号，1楼4号商铺（长乐路）

T: 5404 7861

KINDERGARTEN Qingpu Campus 1230 Zhuguang Lu. T: 5988 6688

kindergarten Xuhui Campus 21 Donghu Lu. T: 5403 7699

Global leading hair salon features highly trained stylists and colourists. Hours: 10am-10pm

COLORISTE •2F, Diage Complex, 20 Donghu Lu.

Diva Life Nails & Beauty •Tower 3, German Centre, 88

诸光路1230号

No 466, 4F, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu, T: 6407 3172. GF, 35 Shaanxi Nan Lu (near Changle Lu). T: 6267 5171

Hours: 10am-10pm. www.cmmbeauty.com

Shanghai MeiMei Montessori •Kindergarten

• SHANGHaI MONTESSORI

Franck Provost •3182 Hongmei Lu, T: 6446 6928.

T: 5466 0505

宛平南路592号 (近零陵路)

上海美美双语幼儿园: 徐泾镇诸光路 1117弄20弄

中山东一路外滩3号2楼

Spa •598CMM Hengshan Lu (near Wanping Lu).

Founded by Asia’s hair colourist master, Jun Laung, COLORISTE is a stylish and chic choice for hair colour, styling and care. www.coloriste.net

www.s-m-k.com.cn

Dong Yi Lu (near Guangdong Lu). T: 6321 6622 Hours: 10am-10pm

虹梅路3911号2室

592 Wanping Nan Lu (near Lingling Lu). T: 6469 0445

1129 Zhuguang Lu. T: 3319 9422

T: 6126 7628

Just BB is a new generation of nude makeup for beautiful women. www.justbbcream.com

Beauty Farm •Shop 210, Central Plaza, 381

•10F,LeLeSpa Royal Méridien Shanghai,

Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6391 6789. Shop 332, Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6288 4646

Professional aromatherapy by certified practitioners. Expert skincare and beauty treatment by certified practitioners. 淮海中路381号210店铺；南京西路 1266号恒隆广场332店铺

Beauty Salon •Room 1701, Kun Yang Business Centre, 798 Zhaojiabang Lu. T: 6473 8572 肇家浜路798号1701室

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Benson’s Salon Puxi: 778 Jiangning Lu (near

789 Nanjing Dong Lu (near Xizang Zhong Lu). T: 3318 9999 Essensuals Salons •Essensuals Hangzhou Shopping

Centre I. T: (571) 8678 6560. Essensuals Hangzhou Shopping Centre II. T: (571) 8510 2126. Essensuals Kunming. T: (871) 363 3950. Essensuals Ningbo. T: (574) 8389 9868. Essensuals Fujian. T: (595) 8391 9999/8366 6789 www.essensuals.co.uk

A contemporary, urban day and wellness spa. Plus, sauna, steam rooms, gym, aerobics, plunge pools and indoor pool with outdoor sun deck. 南京东路789号艾美皇家酒店10楼

The Living Room Day Spa •55 Xiangyang Bei Lu (near Changle Lu). T: 5404 6007

Holistic day spa in Shanghai, in a 70 year old colonial house. Hours: 10am-10pm 襄阳北路55号 (近长乐路)

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MIC •MIC Channel One. T: 3131 5145.

MIC Hongqiao Parkson. T: 6237 0083. MIC Cixi, Zhejiang. T: (574) 6393 3555. MIC Shaoxing, Zhejiang. T: (0575) 8511 6660 www.mic-group.com.cn

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Make-Up by Kate Noble for MAC Cosmetics

An Australian make-up artist, Kate Noble has 10 years experience in Shanghai. In 2006 she started her own company, which provides make-up, hairstyle, body painting, and wardrobe services. Her work has appeared in ads for Crocs, Shangri-la Hotels, Colgate, and KOHLER, as well as in magazines like Esquire (China), Estetica Protagonist (Italy) and Talk. www.kate-noble. com

水疗：浦东金桥金港路318号富豪金丰酒店五楼

乌鲁木齐北路123号 (近愚园路和北京西路口)

SOSPA •Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental, 3388 Sichen Lu, Sijing Town. T: 3761 8888 × 1555

Bund Flagship Store: Lane 8, 1 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6445 8218. Xintiandi Store: Unit 3, House 3, North Block, Lane 181 Taicang Lu. T: 6320 0045

AT KERRY SPORTS •KerrySPAHotel Pudong Shanghai, 4F, 1388 Huamu Lu. T: 6169 8856

A multidisciplinary and holistic approach to well-being including physiotherapy, restorative massage, skincare and body treatments inspired by Wudang wushu. Hours: 10am-11pm

Linen and embroidery. Hours: 10am10.30pm. www.annabel-lee.com

Au Nom de la Rose •122 Jianguo Xi Lu (near Shanxi Nan Lu). T: 6415 3686. The Village, 6 Dongping Lu (near Hengshan Lu). T: 5465 9125

Professional manicurists.

新天地兴业路123弄F座21-22

• Oh’s Chiropractic Centre

Room 1202, Mingzhu Building, 55 Shuicheng Nan Lu (opposite Carrefour Gubei Store). T: 6209 5546 Adjustment, neuromuscular, spine, joint, exercise and relaxation. Hours: 9.30am8pm. handong_dn@126.com 水城南路55号明珠大厦1202室

Olden Resort Massage •678 Shanxi Bei Lu (near Wuding

Lu). T: 6217 8628. Hours: 12pm-2am. 636 Yongjia Lu (near Hengshan Lu). T: 6445 1729 Hours: 12pm-3am

陕西北路678号(武定路路口); 永嘉路 636号 (近衡山路)

• Oriental Taipan Massage and Spa 39 Donghu Lu. T: 6415 8880

Indulge in the pleasure of luxurious massage. Seek out the perfect balance of body, mind and spirit through the caring hands of our trained masseuse. Free serving of healthy fruit juices and snacks. Hours: 12pm-1am. www.taipan.com.com 东湖路39号

Hours: 10.30am-9pm. www.aunomdelarose.com

建国店：建国西路122号(近陕西南路); Village店: 东平路6号(近衡山路) Village二楼

洲际水疗馆,浦东雪野路1188号(近南码头路)，上海世博洲际酒店四楼.

Massage •370YuWuyuan Lu (near Wukang Lu).

Ministry of Waxing •158Strip, Xinle Lu (near Xiangyang Bei Lu).

House calls available, taxi fare payable by the client. Hours: 11am-2am

T: 5403 0011

Hours: 11am-9pm daily. www.strip-shanghai.cn 新乐路158号

The Spa •4F, 250 Huashan Lu (in the Hilton Shanghai). T: 6248 0000 x 2600

Combining traditional Asian therapies with modern techniques, The Spa offers a full range of fitness classes, body work, amenities and services. All cards. Hours: 6am-11pm 华山路250号4楼

TONI&GUY Salons •TONI&GUY Times Square. T: 5351

3606. TONI&GUY Shanghai Centre. T: 6279 8806. TONI&GUY Green City Jinqiao Shanghai. T: 5030 5521 / 5030 8022. TONI&GUY Super Brand Mall. T: 5047 2298 / 2828 6691. TONI&GUY Cool Docks Shanghai. T: 5098 8016. TONI&GUY Taikoo Hui Guangzhou. T: (20) 8754 2113 / (20) 8754 2116. TONI&GUY Sinopec Guangzhou. T: (20) 3892 2110 TONI&GUY Gingko Shopping Mall Kunming. T : (871) 5264 262. TONI&GUY Wuhan Tiandi. T: (27) 8270 1115. T: (28) 8665 0277. TONI&GUY Mix Mall Shenzhen. T: (755) 2290 9505 www.toniandguychina.com TONI&GUY上海时代广场店；上海商城店；上海金桥店；上海正大店；上海老码头；广州太古汇店；广州中石化店；云南昆明店；武汉天地店；深圳万象城店

A home away from home. www.lansonplace.com

Annabel Lee – Exquisite •Chinese Silk

上海市松江区泗泾镇泗陈公路 3388弄，上海东方佘山索菲特大酒店 SOSPATM水疗中心

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Xingye Lu (at Xintiandi Plaza). T: 5306 1955

www.travelzoo.com/cn

VARIOUS

SPA InterContinental Shanghai Expo Level 4, InterContinental Shanghai Expo, 1188 Xueye Lu, Pudong (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1460

Nail Salon •UnitM20 21-22F Building, Lane 123

Lanson Place Jinlin Tiandi •Residences

Lu (near Shanghai Railway Station). T: 6056 1000 恒丰路568号恒汇国际大厦1601室 ( 近上海火车站 )

Offers the ultimate experience in luxury and relaxation, allowing guests the ability to unwind and indulge their senses, while conveniently remaining within 35 minutes of downtown Shanghai.

Highly skilled professional therapists incorporate the wisdom of natural healing to invigorate and restore harmony to your body.

Travelzoo •Room 1601, Centro, 568 Hengfeng

T: 5403 9931

愉庭保健会所: 五原路370号(近武康路口)

Yuan Spa •Lower Lobby, Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu. T: 6393 1234 x 6527

Includes 12 spa treatment rooms, a 24 hour fitness centre, swimming pool, whirlpool, steam and sauna rooms, a beauty salon and a juice bar. shanghai.bund.hyatt.com 源Spa：黄浦路199号上海外滩茂悦大酒店底层大厅

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Zen Massage Lane 210 Wuyuan Lu. (near Wulumuqi Zhong Lu). T: 3368-1227 五原路210弄1号

Zen Palace Massage •41 Mengzi Dong Lu (near Liyuan Lu).

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Barefoot Portraits 4F, 668 Huai'an Lu. T: 136 3649 9378 www.barefootportraits.org 淮安路668号4楼

CROWN RELOCATIONS •Crown Worldwide Building, Lane 72975, 59 Suide Lu. T: 6250 8820

Crown Relocations, a division of the Crown Worldwide Group, serves over 10,000 customers from over 250 locations in 55 countries, providing domestic and international transportation of household goods, transit protection, storage services, home and school search, inter-cultural training, expense management, policy consulting, program administration and other relocation services. The company serves corporations, diplomats and private customers. www.crownrelo.com, shanghai@crownrelo.com 嘉柏（中国）国际货运代理有限公司：上海市普陀区绥德路729弄75支弄59号嘉柏大厦

T: 3308 0893

蒙自东路41号（近丽园路）

TRAVEL Airlines Air France •Room 3901, Ciro's Plaza, 338 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6350 9268

Cathay Pacific •Room 2101-2104, Shanghai Square

Office Tower, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: (400) 888 6628 www.cathaypacific.com.cn

Lane 168, 3 Xingye Lu. T: 2306 1888

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Lanson Place Jinqiao Residences Lane 399, 18 Zaozhuang Lu, Pudong. T: 5013 3592 These one- and two-bedroom homes are close to expatriate communities, international schools and European supermarkets. www.lansonplace.com

Lemon Zest •1 Taojiang Lu. T: 6466 9099

Lemon Zest offers factory direct prices up to 40 per cent below the brand names and a lifetime warranty against defects. Hours: 10am-9pm (10pm Fri, Sat).

Simply Life •Unit 101, Xintiandi, 159 Madang Lu, (near Taicang Lu). T: 6387 5100. 9 Dongping Lu (near Taojiang Lu). T: 3406 0509 逸居生活：马当路159号新天地 101单元

RURU STUDIO 若然雅居 •Private Concept Studio

873, Wuding Lu (near Changde Lu) T: 6211 5095

Hours: 10am-10pm. This private concept studio located in the heart of Jing' an district features women's and men's, clothing, a cafe and a private art centre. The vision is to create a place with "art life". www.rurustudio.com.cn Appointment only. 武定路873号 (近常德路)

品厨：桃江路1号

Lingerie & Me •Room 28, Building 5, Lane 1173, Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6253 3076

Ultra-luxury private apparel for modern chic women. Visitors by appointment only. www.lingerieandme.com 南京西路1173弄5号楼28室

LZ LifeZtore •Yi-Shan Store: Room 1-5, 1F, Living

Design Center, 407 Yishan Lu. Huaihai Store: Room B002B/B002C, Infiniti, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu. Designer furniture and home accessories that are functional with a twist of fun. www.lifeztore.com 生活经艳：宜山路407号筑园1层 1-5号近裕德路

•86Lollipop Wulumuqi Zhong Lu. T: 5403

2582. 3211 Hongmei Lu, Suite 606 T: 6406 8220. 566 Biyun Lu. T: 6105 9581 Stock up on baby gear, apparel, furniture and toys at this kid-friendly store. info@shanghailollipop.com. www.shanghailollipop.com Hours: 9am-6pm

Collection •60 Marrow Tianlin Dong Lu. T: 6481 0027

One of the brands owned by the Nacor group, famous for luxury home furnishings. www.marrowcollection.com 美雍家居：田林东路60号

Putuo Shanghai •LaneModena 58, 1 Tongchuan Lu, Putuo.

• Fraser Suites Top Glory Shanghai

上海品尊名致精品酒店公寓：普陀区铜川路58弄1号

T: 6117 7668.

www.modenaresidence.com/shputuo

Fang Maison de Thé •227Song Yongjia Lu. T: 6433 8283

Specialises in fine quality Chinese teas and premium blended French teas. songfang.tea@gmail.com 永嘉路227号

Clothes Spa •1156Sophia Kangding Lu. T: 6231 7736

Free pick up and delivery (next day service available). www.clothesspachina.com 康定路1156号

life •ShopVedic 104, Building 5, Highstreet Loft, 283 Jianguo Xi Lu. T: 5466 0715

A complete lifestyle store with products from India, Indonesia and Vietnam. info@vediclife.net, www.vediclife.net 建国西路283号5号楼104商铺

Lane 600, 1 Yincheng Zhong Lu, Lujiazui. T: 6378 8888

Long stay accommodation for both singles and families. Fraser Suites offers a more flexible way to stay in Shanghai.

GRACES FLORAL •AptTHE 101, Block 5, Huaihai Xi Garden, Lane 288 Huaihai Xi Lu. T: 138 0195 5944 www.thegracesfloral.com

淮海西路288弄淮海花园5号楼101室

EVENTS CHINA •21F,GLRoom 2107, Information Emirates Airlines •Room 3302, Zhong Xin Buliding,

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1466 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 3222 9999

Quan Spa 21F, 159 Henan Nan Lu, Renaissance Shanghai Yuyuan Hotel. T: 2321 8888

Dragonair •Room 2101-2104, Shanghai Square

With gymnasium, infinity edge pool, juice bar, indoor spa garden and relaxation areas. Hours: 10am-10pm

Office Tower, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 400 888 6628 / 400 881 3368 (real-time flight information)

河南南路159号

www.dragonair.com.cn

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Sensations Spa B3, Hong Kong New World Tower, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 5383 6633. 3F, Jinqiao Megafit Sports Club, 600 Lantian Lu, Pudong. T: 5030 6005 Comprehensive day spa. Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm. www.sensationsspa.com

淮海中路300号香港新世界大厦B3；浦东蓝天路600号3楼

Senses •Shop 413, Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6288 2188. Shop 202, 1138 Pudong Nan Lu, Pudong. T: 6888 2995

Shui Urban Spa •5F, Ferguson Lane, 376 Wukang Lu (near Tai’an Lu). T: 6126 7800

A classy contemporary sanctuary – enjoy the tree-top view of the French Concession in Moroccan-style daybeds. Hours: 11am-9pm, 11am-7pm (weekends) 武康路376号五楼（近泰安路）

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Shanghai Wonjin Medical Beauty Hospital Floor 3-4, No. 111 South Yili Road T: 5116 0088

Painless hair removal,TCM Message， IPL, yellow lazer

Lu, Jinqiao. T: 5899 3838 x 3374

An enjoyable and relaxing indulgence. Hours: 7am–10.30pm

Created in 1978, GL events is today a major player in the event market through its three main activities: venue management, event management and services. They have a presence in over 15 countries through almost 80 establishments. www.gl-events.com/www. pudongexpo.com.cn 浦东新区民生路1403号上海信息大厦2107室

Jamy Yang & Associates •Design Inc.

Room 307, Design Center, East China Normal University, 896 Zaoyang Lu. T: 6280 2294

Edge •85F,Water’s Park Hyatt Shanghai, 100 Shiji

Fashion, stationery, furniture and homewares, digital products, information directing systems, public facilities and retail display. www.yang-design.com

Dadao. T: 6888 1234 x 4250

FIve star TCM and aromatherapy make for one heady spa trip!

杨明洁联合设计机构: 淮海西路570号上海红坊商务社区C3-203/204

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THE SCENE

IN REVIEW The Avengers

Dark Shadows

Pirates! Band of Misfits

Winning a high critical acclaim on Rotten Tomatoes, with ratings of 94%, I expected great things of Kevin MacDonald’s (State of Play, The Last King of Scotland) tribute to the late reggae and ska artist Bob Marley, but found myself surprisingly disappointed. Unless you already have an existing devout interest in Bob Marley, this 144 minute long documentary-biography with interviews from ex-girlfriends, former accompanying instrumentalists and family friends, can be a bit heavy for watching in one sitting. Nevertheless, Marley offers interesting and fresh insight into the famed artist, and takes the viewer on a journey of his short, but influential life. Marley is informative in explaining every aspect of Bob Marley’s character: the troubles that he experienced financially as a rising musician, personally as a Jamaican of mixed race, physically as a sufferer of terminal cancer, and politically, as a peace protester against rising tensions in Jamaica. Accompanied by a soundtrack of Marley tracks including his earlier works with the Wailers, it’s interesting to see how his Bob Marley’s distinctive musical style has developed, and the parts of the documentary addressing his role in alleviating existing political tensions in both Jamaica and later Zimbabwe are admittedly interesting. Steph Buckingham

Fans of director Joss Whedon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Dollhouse) will rejoice. Whedon’s crossover into the world of Hollywood blockbuster movies maintains everything that he has been known for: clever dialogue, compelling character development and fun. Except now he’s got a multimillion dollar 3D special effects team to back him up for the production of The Avengers. As a movie, The Avengers won’t revolutionise the superhero genre, but it does go a long way in preserving it. A mash-up of Marvel Comics’ most recent films Thor, Iron Man, The Hulk and Captain America, the film has the potential to drown in the sea of clichés that attend others of its type. And it almost does. The plot is simple enough, anemic even: Good guys (the Avengers) need to fight bad guys (the Norse god Loki (Tom Hiddleston) and his army of evil aliens), but instead fight each other. Then they learn to work together and win the day (take that, aliens!). Still, all is forgiven as our heroes trade one clever retort after another on and off the battlefield, endowing the action with startling wit and humanity. The characters are indeed reluctant superheroes, but the movie is equally as reluctant, giving you what you know is coming, but with a giant smirk. In a company of great performances, Robert Downey Jr. shines as Tony Stark (aka Iron Man), assaulting everyone with a litany of smug comments, one after another. However, it’s Mark Ruffalo who ends up stealing the show as Bruce Banner (aka The Hulk), holding back the anger that turns him into a giant green beast with pitch-perfect conviction. All in all, it’s enough to make us look longingly into the years ahead when the Avengers have to take on a new batch of baddies all over again. Tom Mangione

Tim Burton’s (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Alice in Wonderland) latest blockbuster based on the 1960s/70s soap opera of the same name brings together a star-studded cast for a comedy-horror adventure that is fresh, funny and all-round fantastic. Burtonites out there, listen up. This latest film takes place in 1980s America where 200 year old vampire Barnabas Collins (Johnny Depp) is freed from a coffin he has been kept in by devious witch Angelique Bouchard (Eva Green). He returns to his former home, where he is accepted by distant cousin Elizabeth (Michelle Pfeiffer) and her dysfunctional family including “ne’er do well” brother Roger (Jonny Lee Miller), rebellious daughter Carolyn (Chloe Grace Moretz) and live-in alcoholic psychiatrist Dr Julia Hoffman (Helena Bonham Carter). Upon arriving, he discovers that the family are losing their business to rival fishing company Angel Bay Fishery, run by Angelique, and old feuds are stirred up again, with Barnabas out to take revenge on Angelique for the curse that she placed on him two centuries ago. An excellent film, with hilarious dialogue and a gripping plot, Dark Shadows packs spectacular punch and is a must-see this month. Depp, Pfeiffer, Miller and Bonham Carter are all as expected, fantastic in their individual performances, but it's Green who is particularly captivating in her role as wicked witch Angelique. Watch out as well for special cameo appearances from Lord of the Rings actor Christopher Lee and rock legend Alice Cooper. Kerry Allen

Pirates! Band of Misfits is a light-hearted, witty film that will amuse children as well as adults with properly executed British slapstick comedy. Enlisting the vocal talents of Hugh Grant as Pirate Captain, Martin Freeman as Second, Imelda Staunton as Queen Victoria and David Tennant as Charles Darwin, directors Peter Lord and Jeff Newitt have created a fantasy pirate world (sans Captain Jack Sparrow) that is colourful, humorous and, at times, even a bit tongue-in-cheek. The protagonist, Pirate Captain, has set his sights on being named ‘Pirate of the Year’ above all his fellow peers, despite his recognised shortcomings as a mediocre pirate. He, unlike other captains, is trusting, kind-hearted and a bit oblivious to his surroundings. However, what he lacks in acceptable pirate etiquette is precisely the reason he is so beloved by his crew. They adore him unconditionally and hence encourage Pirate Captain to enlist himself in the running for the coveted title. Pirates! Band of Misfits is memorable because it does not employ trite conventions. A strong moral of everlasting friendship is the underlying message throughout the film, thus making it emotionally and intellectually stimulating. The comedic content is also delivered in such a fun and whimsical manner that it is difficult not to burst out laughing at its most random of scenarios. Audiences can expect among them, a Dodo bird that is the key to ‘untold riches’ and a monkey butler (also known as the ‘manpanzee’) that communicates only with flashcards. Melissa K Trias

Don’t Cry, Tai Lake: An Inspector Chen Novel

The Wind Through the Keyhole: A Dark Tower Novel

Born Villain

Never Sever

By Qiu Xiaolong Minotaur Books, pp 262

By Stephen King Hodder & Stoughton, pp 352

Chief inspector Chen Cao of the Shanghai Police Bureau arrives in Wuxi to spend his long awaited vacation at the Wuxi Cadre Recreation Centre, trying to make it as quiet as possible and enjoy the amazing Tai Lake, famous for its clean crystal waters. At one of many dilapidated eateries he frequents, he accidentally meets Shanshan, a female blue collar worker at a local chemical company. This rendezvous completely changes the purpose of the inspector’s stay, as he finds himself getting involved in the investigation of the terrible murder of Liu Deming, Shanshan’s general manager. Right before the murder Shanshan received a strange phone call, which she wrote off as a prank. However with the unveiling of the murder, suspicion starts to fall on Shanshan, and detective Chen trusting his intuition, believes that she is innocent and starts to go about proving her innocence in this mysterious case. Don’t Cry, Tai Lake is the seventh of Shanghai born Qiu Xiaolong’s detective Chen crime-thriller novels, all featuring the main character Chen Cao – a thoughtful and poetic inspector, who, influenced by Confucious, often goes about trying to write poetry himself. The book offers some good and wise quotes and is informative to those not clued up on Chinese culture; but in general, the plot of the novel is rather banal and trite. Thrillerlovers might well find this book intriguing, but it’s not a must for your bookshelf. Nick Korjov

Stephen King returns to mid-world in this nesting doll of tales from his seminal Dark Tower series which feature anti-hero Ronald Deschain on his quest to find the tower, said to be the nexus of all universes. The novel sees Roland recounting to his ka-tet (a group of travellers who are tied by fate) an episode from his youth, when he faced a murderous shapeshifter known as the ‘Skin-Man’. During this story young Roland tells the titular tale ‘The Wind Through the Keyhole’, a mid-world fairytale complete with a wicked stepfather, magic, Merlin and a brave boy named Tim. While events in this new volume are set between books five and six it is not necessary to have read any of the previous books to enjoy The Wind Through the Keyhole. In fact new readers may find this a good jumping point into the world of the Tower; providing, as it does, some background into the character of Roland, the last gunslinger of a fallen society, and his world. While the quest for the Tower is not furthered, it is always a joy to discover a new episode in the life of Roland Deschain and his world before it 'moves on'. The fairytale of The Wind Through the Keyhole is brutal in the way of Grimms' original tales and King proves once again that he is still one of our foremost of story tellers. Robyn Hughes

Born Villain marks American shockrocker Marilyn Manson's eighth studio album, and for many the fact that the taboo breaking artist is still continuing to produce music is a shock in itself. But listen up, even more shocking is the fact that this most recent effort isn't half bad. Instead of authoring what many thought would be his death knell, Manson has succeeded in writing another macabre chapter in his dark oevure. Okay, so you've got to buy into Manson's trademark pseudo-intellectual ethos to get into it, but it's not too hard. Manson dispenses with the gradiose concepts of Antichrist Superstar and Mechanical Animals that made his career and gets down to rocking. Well, almost. On 'The Gardener' he still portrays himself as a reluctant member of humanity, scream-singing, "I'm not man enough to be human / but I'm trying to fit in / and I'm learning to fake it." On 'Overneath the Path of Misery' (how's that for a goth title?), Manson quotes the "life’s but a walking shadow" soliloquy from Macbeth. Die-hard Mansonites needn't worry; Manson is still Manson. Manson's tunes throughout the majority of the album reach more personal places, often at times preferring to create an effect rather than sermonise or shock. Manson repeats "There isn’t a key, / you can use on me / There isn’t a key, / so lay down your arms" on 'Lay Down Your Goddamned Arms' while letting his voice trail off into the background of grinding guitars. On 'Pistol Whipped', he turns his attentions to a relationship that feeds on violence – a sinister realtionship, maybe, but not one purposefully intended to shake the foundations of American morality. Still, it's enough to get us whispering, "Manson's back." Tom Mangione

Of all of Shanghai’s bands, duo X is Y most precisely capture the helter skelter rhythms of life that define the city. Even the band’s frequent line-up changes reflect something of the chaos. Often billed as a math rock band, X is Y are indeed concerned with redefining song structure and rhythm with the scapel-like precision that the genre requires, but manage to do so while still retaining a human spirit. The band’s newest 17minute EP Never Sever isn’t simply a dry display of musical intricacy, it rings with a promising intimacy as well. On the album’s title track ‘Never Sever’, a sinister riff a la Tool winds its way into an anthem of love where lead singer, guitarist and songwriter G sings with bravado “Now that we know we need each other / we’ll never sever”. In characteristic style, the anthem disappates into whispers and the interplay of former drummer Fabien Barbet’s percussion becomes reborn again. ‘Still’ sees racing, syncopated and at times dischordant guitar work resolving quickly into a chorus sung with former bassist and backing vocalist Yajing’s whispery voice rattling in the octaves. For all of the music’s pretensions to complexity, lyrically the album is straightforward, speaking directly and letting the music carry the burden of profundity. On ‘Whispering’ the chorus repeats a simple phrase that gives us a break from the technical prowess: “wait for me”. The lines of ‘Father-Son’ prove more complex, but their long phrases become more like instruments, pulling us in deeper. We might be befuddled, but we can’t stop listening either to one of Shanghai’s most unique voices. Tom Mangione

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A COSMIC VIEW

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CANCER (22 June – 22 July): Health is highlighted this month with the full moon in your 6th house. Any issues you have had in this area may need to be addressed now. You love to nurture and that’s great, as long as you don’t neglect your own needs. However when you do so on a consistent basis, you create stress and stress is the enemy of good health.

CAPRICORN (22 Dec – 19 Jan): On the 25th Saturn goes direct and your life moves forward. No more waiting for others or for things to happen. If you’ve done the work, then the reward will be there. Saturn always pays its debt, although the check may come at end, rather than the beginning. What you are building is your reputation.

LEO (23 July – 22 Aug): As a fire sign you’re not known for your listening skills. If you don’t hear what people want or need you can’t make them happy in business or your personal life. Tenor Robert Brault once said “You never get people's fuller attention than when you're listening to them.” It’s a simple talent; use it in your life.

AQUARIUS (20 Jan – 18 Feb): You’re about to take freedom to a new level. So don’t be seduced by your past obsessions, even if they are offered to you on a silver platter. Ask yourself if it’s something you really want now; hopefully you’ve grown and can see the folly of the old dream as well as its assets. Choose accordingly.

VIRGO (23 Aug – 22 Sept): With Jupiter entering your 10th house on the 12th, things pick up at work. If you want a raise, this is the time to ask for one. If that’s not an option, then expansion in some way is. Opportunity is strong now, so reach for what you want. Keep your goals clear and you’ll see the next step.

PISCES (19 Feb – 20 March): As the last of the water signs you’re the most stubborn, so finding yourself in situations with no choice is always a good thing. When Jupiter enters Gemini on the 12th and squares Neptune, there is no more room for procrastination or complacency. Listen to your divine discontent and let it lead the way.

LIBRA (23 Sept – 23 Oct): With Saturn at the end of your sign you’re getting ready for the next phase of your life. You’re tired of the past and its routine; you’re ready to open yourself up to new experiences. Trust your instincts and go with the flow. When you do, you will be amazed at how talented and successful you can be.

ARIES (21 Mar – 19 Apr): Accept yourself with all your flaws. There’s nothing wrong with being human or imperfect. Don’t waste your time learning the hard way, just learn from everything you do and wisdom will be yours. You need to be emotionally independent now, and that requires self-acceptance.

SCORPIO (24 Oct – 21 Nov): Standing alone is a good quality, as long as you don’t do it all the time. The truth is, if you can bring like-minded people together it makes your position stronger and you don’t feel so alone. You don’t want to be singled out as the source of the problem. Sometimes being in control is not a good thing.

TAURUS (20 Apr – 20 May): Your thoughts are more powerful than ever. Founder of the Ford motor company, Henry Ford once said, “Whether you think you can or think you can't - you are right.” What you believe, you create. So replace your critical voice with a positive one that will empower you. Confidence is the key to success.

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The word: ‘dragon’ comes from French, but its origins can be traced further back to which language?

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What is a dragon with no legs called?

In Russian culture, dragons’ heads are all a multiple of three. True or false?

How many claws did the Imperial Chinese dragon have on each foot?

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In Chinese culture, most dragons have a small sphere under their chins. What does this flaming pearl represent?

Which character from the classic story The Iliad is described as having a blue dragon motif on his sword belt and on his breastplate?

It is considered a sign of bad luck in Chinese culture to show a dragon facing downwards as it can’t ascend into the sky. True or false?

Japanese dragons are portrayed as having only three claws on each foot. True or false?

What nationality sometimes refers to themselves as the “descendants of the dragon”?

According to Christian belief, which English patron saint slayed the dragon?

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Do Chinese dragons have wings?

When is this patron saint celebrated?

In Western culture, dragons are malevolent, fire breathing creatures. Is this the case in China?

In ancient China it was a crime punishable by death for anyone other than the emperor to wear a fully gold-coloured, fiveclawed dragon. True or false?

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Who is the eternal rival of the dragon in Chinese

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SAGITTARIUS (22 Nov – 21 Dec): After the 12th of the month, relationships and partnerships will attract your attention. If you’re in one, then you’ll want more from your partner, it’s no longer good enough to follow a routine. Feeling loved and safe will help you take risks you wouldn’t normally take, or it can shrink your world if you become too comfortable.

1) Latin 2) A Wyvern 3) True 4) Agamemnon 5) True 6) St. George 7) 23 April 8) No – typically, the dragon is a symbol of power, strength and good luck 9) Five 10) No 11) Wealth and prosperity 12) True 13) The Chinese 14) True 15) The tiger

GEMINI (21 May – 21 June): Jupiter enters your sign on the 12th and its time for growth and expansion. If you’re afraid, listen to the words of Martin Luther King Jr. “Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase.” Don’t wait for things to be perfect, instead move toward your goals one small step at a time.

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Talking To: Lorenz Helbling Tom Mangione

Known as one of Shanghai’s and greater China’s most respected galleries, ShanghART is the home of thousands of works by over 50 renowned Chinese artists. However, when owner Lorenz Helbling first opened his gallery in 1996 in Shanghai, the art scene and the city itself were completely different…

alking with Lorenz Helbling, one can feel an intense passion for art underneath the introversion of his scraggly, bespectacled exterior. As he answers questions about the journey that he’s been through over the last 15 years with ShanghART, he responds with a openness to each question that reveals not just his own character, but also an intimate knowledge of the unwieldy contingencies that are contemporary art. In defining the Chinese contemporary art world he says, “Everyone tries to say what exactly that is. My answer is that I try to be curious and open. I know maybe more what it’s not than what it is.” Helbling’s journey to China began in 1985 when he left his native Switzerland to enrol in a course of Chinese language at Shanghai’s Fudan University. “It was pull and push [that brought me here]. I was studying history and art history and I wanted to get away. I thought [by choosing to study] Chinese, I could at least go to China.” After extending his study further for another year at Fudan, Helbling returned to Switzerland where he completed a Master’s degree in history at the University of Zurich. However, China left a strong impact on him and in 1992 Helbling sought to return to China, but found himself instead in its close neighbour, Hong Kong. “At the time, I was learning more about Chinese movies. But in 1992, when cinema wasn’t at its peak of interest, I went to Hong Kong and saw [mainland Chinese] art there

and became interested in it. So I got a job at a gallery there.” And while his position working for the Wangyutang Gallery in Hong Kong afforded Helbling the chance to interact with mainland Chinese art, he became increasingly drawn to the source. “There was much more going on in China than in the shops in Hong Kong; it was very commercial. I knew that sooner or later China would open up and people would be going there to do things.” And so Helbling landed again in Shanghai in 1995, knowing that he wanted to find his niche in the Shanghai art world, and possibly open a gallery. But the path at that time was anything but

clear. “People thought it was a stupid idea then. They said 'You can’t open a gallery in China. There is no art and everything is difficult. There is no market.' And it was a different Shanghai and China to what we know now. In 1995 there was no highway; the Portman [Ritz Carlton] was basically the only hotel. Foreigners didn’t go further than 50 metres from the Portman. If you walked down to Huaihai [Zhong] Lu people would stare at you.” Shanghai’s art scene was almost nonexistent compared to where it stands today as a burgeoning international art centre, second in China only to Beijing. “There were a small group of artists working in Shanghai, but nobody could see them. If you went to an exhibition, it was a few artists and nothing else, and a lot of smoke. There were artists around who had been active for 10 to 15 years, but it was a small fringe thing.” In 1996, Helbling started ShanghART, drawing on Shanghai’s largely unknown local talent. And while meeting these artists proved easy, Helbling found that making sense of the art he was dealing with still proved to be a difficulty. “I’d studied art history, but still I’d go into a studio and have no idea what to think about a work. From what I learned, everything was telling me ‘no, get out of this studio, what you’re looking at is totally wrong.’ In the 90s, photos were all over the world [in galleries] and here it was people sitting in a studio smoking and doing oil paintings. In Zurich everyone would say ‘forget it, you missed the time’; but at the same time I looked at

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it and I said, ‘he’s up to something’. So I had to forget about what I knew and take a chance.” More than 15 years later, it’s apparent that Helbling has been instrumental in the proliferation of the Chinese contemporary art scene, but getting to this point hasn’t been easy. Putting on fine art shows requires an immense amount of dedication and coordination. “At the beginning it was more like exhibition after exhibition and it could get quite tiring. Then you’d stop for a while and say, ‘Oh I should do an exhibition’ and do three or four in one spurt. It’s a lot smoother now, but there are still a lot of things to do.” Currently Helbling has been working to exhibit two works by eminent Chinese film artist Yang Fudong in at the Beijing branch of ShanghART. According to him, it’s the most difficult project he’s dealt with yet. “We had to work very closely with the gallery because each work is a ten-screen video. It cost a fortune. They’re two great works that have been shown in the Tate Museum and in museums all over the world, but never shown in China. Somebody has to do this job.” But even more than his sense of duty that he has toward art, deep down Helbling still finds a place for art for art’s sake. “If nothing works [to keep me going], it’s looking at the works. It’s rewarding. It’s surprising. Something comes back.” ShanghART Gallery Main Space. Bldg 16, 50 Moganshan Lu, near Changhua Lu. Tel: 6359 3923, Web: www.shanghartgallery.com

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