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Sickness And In

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Staying On Top Form This Winter

12 Secret Tips From Shanghai Experts 18 Your Guide To Shopping Online 26 Interview With Artist Hua Zhiyang 27 Flying South Supplement 40 Hairy Crab Season LIFE, STYLE, COMMUNITY, HEALTH, FAMILY, EDUCATION, ENTERTAINMENT, THE ABSOLUTE ESSENTIALS TalkMagazine November12 

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CONTENTS UPFRONT Around Town

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The weird and wonderful happenings around Shanghai over the last month

OPinion

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Resident satirist Pupkin shares a legend about a lady

COVER STORY: Stay Safe, Shanghai

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Talk’s essential guide to keeping fit and healthy this winter

FEATURE STORY: Ask The Experts

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Top tips from know-it-alls around town

CITY LIVING Health & beauty Talk

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Nurse Mary offers advice on protecting your skin Spa reviews Seasonal eating this winter

What’s Hot, What’s Cool

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This month’s must-buys

Style Talk

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Local Talk

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Biyun Lu

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FLYING SOUTH SUPPLEMENT

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Home-style Shopping: Your guide to shopping online Treasured Totes: Talk looks at Flying Scissor’s latest products

Sport Talk

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Taking It In Your Stride: Correcting bad foot habits in the gym Wheels Of Fitness Fortune: Spinning into shape this season

Education & FAMILY Talk

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Toy Story: What is safe to give to your child?

Kid’s Quiz Family Calendar

Meet The Qiang – 28 Discover one of China’s lesser known minority groups

Art & Stage

Spring To Life This Winter – 29

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Living Art: Interview with Taiwanese artist Hua Zhiyang

A hot springs getaway in Shenzhen

Hong Kong – 32

THE SCENE

Fitness Wonderland

South China Reviews - 34

Dining Out

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Features, news, reviews and more

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WINE Talk

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Taste Test: The Shed compares a selection of wines from around town Sherpa’s Pairings: What wine pairs best with your meal?

Night Talk

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The latest spots on the Shanghai night scene

People

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See who went where and who wore what

What’s On

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Your essential monthly calendar guide to Shanghai

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Hotel Talk

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It’s a Date

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Hotel offers and deals Hotel of the month Suite Talk

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Hotel deals, meals and more

Listings

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The absolute essentials

IN THE KNOW RMB

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Reviews: Records, Movies, Books

Interactive

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Trivia and Horoscopes

November Follies Causes to celebrate the month of November

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EDITOR’S LETTER During Golden Week last month, I had an unexpected fall, dislocating my left knee.

When this happened, it occurred to me that there must be hundreds, maybe thousands of expats out there, who wouldn’t have the first idea where to go in Shanghai should such a thing happen to them.

That’s why this month we’ve got our ‘Stay Safe, Shanghai’ cover story (page 10), with everything you’d need to know, from curing a simple cold to dealing with a serious emergency. Nurse Mary’s also back with some useful tips on looking after your skin this season (page 14) and we’ve also got some sound advice from a nutritionist on changing your diet to adapt to the colder weather (page 16).

Of course it’s hairy crab season, so that’s one thing we’ll all be digging into (page 39), and October was a big month for new restaurant openings around town (page 36 -38), so there’s plenty more to spoil yourself with. Still, with so much choice suddenly available, it’s worth watching that waistline.

It might be time to take up a bit of cardio, maybe spinning (page 23) or yoga, or Muay Thai. We spoke to some experts around town about where they recommend starting a new exercise class (however, we also spoke to some who could recommend us a damn good meal, page 12).

Don’t miss our pull-out Flying South Supplement (page 27) as well this month, with an exciting array of activities to do in Sichuan (page 28), Shenzhen (page 29), Guangzhou (page 34) and Hong Kong (page 32) along with our usual tips on all the latest bar (page 42) and spa (page 15) openings in the city.

And if you do get a chance, be sure to check out our brand new website: www.talksh.com! We’ve got a lot of new features, including listings, meaning it’s now easy to search for new venues around Shanghai, as well as read all the latest on your mobile from this month’s Talk.

Kerry Allen

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UPFRONT

AROUND TOWN

Around Town

minutes, and giving Shanghai’s northern worker passengers an extra few minutes in bed in the morning.

Your news round-up for the month of November Gucun Park in Baoshan District (scheduled to be ready by 2015). It’s about time something was given back to nature; let’s hope that smogcentral Beijing finds a way to follow suit.

the safety of people with such products on the subway. Still, it might help keep train carriages from overcrowding…

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On 18 October, Shanghai opened its first helicopter training base in Pudong, giving civilians the chance to learn how to fly for the very first time (provided they have RMB 250,000 to spare and can pass a physical test and exam). This new development will no doubt come as high time for Shanghai’s rich and famous!

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Work started last month on what is being dubbed “Asia’s largest city park,” the

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Xinhua recently ran a report on how the elderly are coming to feel more and more isolated by children and grandchildren spending all their time playing on their smartphones. Show your elders some love, Shanghai, and if you do insist on using your mobile 23 hours a day, at least teach gran and granddad how to use Skype!

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Anyone who’s ever had to change between metro lines 3 and 8 at Hongkou Stadium will know how frustrating it is having to exit and walk halfway down the road to your connection. Not anymore; a transit passage has finally been built, taking you from one line to the other in four

Pudong police have had to rethink strategies on installing dummies in green areas, after a string of drivers found themselves frightened by “saluting black figures,” slamming on their breaks and causing near road accidents. It’s yet to be confirmed whether new strategies will involve offering pointers to international police forces.

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If you can’t get enough of the Angry Birds apps, phone covers and all other assorted paraphernalia, there’s now China’s very first Angry Birds Theme Park at Tongji University. Let’s hope the rides don’t involve you being fired out of a slingshot!

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You might think they’re only something Lady Gaga would wear, but Shanghai has gone ga-ga for “hedgehog” shoes and bags during the past month, sparking outrage on social networks about

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OPINION... WITH PUPKIN

The Legend Of The Avocado Lady Rupert Pupkin

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he legend goes something like this…

There is a greengrocer on Wulumuqi Lu beloved by the expat community because she carries vegetables that are neither coated with pesticides, nor metallic substances that make you glow in the dark and grow goitres the size of golf balls on your neck.

As luck would have it The Avocado Lady is located right around the corner from my flat but I have never visited her little shop for several reasons. Chief among them is that I generally hold foodies in contempt, but also I have an especial dislike of expat foodies who believe they have fallen into a Somerset Maugham novel catered by celebrity chefs.

To be fair, I don’t much care for eating; I eat when I’m hungry and stop eating when I am no longer hungry. My 78 year old neighbour Mrs Yu says I am too thin and is forever

poking around my shopping bag, shaking her head at the sight of the bananas and plain yoghurt that comprise 90% of my daily diet.

Still, I doubt Mrs Yu does her shopping at The Avocado Lady either, because, as we all know, any business that caters almost exclusively to expats charges a jerk tax for those who can’t handle a little zinc and DDT in their spinach. Mrs Yu shops at the local wet market and will occasionally shove an apple in my hand, saying, “Good for health!” * * * Out of curiosity, I walk past The Avocado Lady from time to time and, as I expect to, I see blonde pregnant women inside squeezing melons and a few bearded men in skinny jeans grabbing handfuls of kale. I hurry past, not wanting anyone to think that I’m one of them.

There’s something about herd consumers’ behaviour that upsets my appetite, meaning that I try to shop as little as possible, and when I do have to buy something: bananas, a few cans of chunk white tuna (in spring water) etc., I do so with great rapidity and an eye on the Mayan apocalypse. * * * The Avocado Lady has enjoyed a great deal of success and I’m told she has recently expanded her premises.

Though I don’t know this for a fact, I think the other shopkeepers

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on the row view her success with a combination of envy and scorn, with some trying to replicate her business model.

Yet the dry cleaner on the corner (with signage in Japanese for some unexplained reason) has not embraced her “best practices” and continues to return my clothes ironed but as soiled as the day they were dropped off. And the local hardware store’s only nod to The Avocado Lady has been to increase by threefold the prices of goods frequently sought by foreigners: WD40, toilet plungers and outlet converters. * * * I am all in favour of entrepreneurs and free markets, and I commend The Avocado Lady for seeing an opportunity and seizing it. Her business is not subsidised, though she undoubtedly has built up marvellous relationships that help keep her rent stabilised

and protect her from the arbitrary actions of local health inspectors, who, if a foreigner owned the shop, would be unable to resist the temptation of imposing fines and selectively enforcing regulations on the proper storage protocols for parsley.

But I will not patronise The Avocado Lady anytime soon. My aversion to her crunchy continental customers outweighs any desire I might have to indulge in organic arugula or her famed avocados. I’ll take my chances with Sichuan hotpot every so often but I’ll never join the Bordeaux, baguettes and brie set. The novel I fell into was written by Mo Yan, not Maugham.

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CITY LIVING

COVER STORY

Stay Safe, Paul Griffith

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Vaccinations

Are you fully protected?

Shanghai, and China as a whole, may be a relatively safe country, with there being no required vaccinations on entering. Still, there are certainly a number of recommended vaccinations that you should get if you haven’t already, in order to ensure your personal safety, and the safety of those around you.

Recommended

Hepatitis A. This is spread by having poor personal and food hygiene and is recommended to everyone.

Hepatitis B. This is quite common in China and is spread through bodily fluids.

If you use poor-quality healthcare services or get a tattoo for example, you are putting yourself at risk by not being vaccinated.

Polio. It is recommended that you get your adult booster if you have not already had it, but not essential.

Typhoid. Particularly recommended to adventurous eaters.

Japanese Encephalitis. Recommended for travellers to rural areas, so worth having if you often like to get off the beaten track.

Rabies. Recommended for people travelling to rural areas, or working closely with animals. All animal bites are potentially rabid, however, so try to be cautious at all times.

Other Recommended Routine Vaccinations Influenza (Once a year)

Tetanus (Once every ten years) MMR (Recommended twice in one lifetime)

Getting Vaccinated

The Shanghai International Travel Medical Centre (SITMC) is a clean and reputable place for getting yourself vaccinated. This is where you go to get your immigration health check for visas and residency permits when you first enter the country, and a vaccination will cost you no more than RMB 500.

Shanghai International Travel Medical Centre.

15 Jinbang Lu, near Hami Lu. Tel: 6268 5072

Dental Care Finding a good dentist in Shanghai is often more difficult than finding a good doctor, because it requires making a long term commitment - a difficult thing to do when you’re an expat. There are plenty of international dental clinics in town, all known for offering the same standards of top quality service. However, what’s important to know when looking for a good dentist is how much roughly you should be paying.

There are seven Parkway Health Medical Centres in Puxi and Pudong, all of which include the recommended vaccinations for both adults and children using imported products that have met strict quality regulations. Parkway Health has a particularly good reputation for treating children; their flu vaccination costs RMB 200 and can reduce the chance of kids catching flu during the autumn and winter seasons by 80%.

Price Guide

Parkway Health. Multiple locations. Tel: 6445 5999. Web: www.parkwayhealth.cn

Regular Checkup

RMB 20

Cleanse & Polish

RMB 200

Retainer

RMB 300

Braces

RMB 12,000

Filling

RMB 150

Extraction

RMB 300

Crown (Ceramic/Porcelain/Gold)

RMB 1,000

Teeth Whitening

RMB 1,500

Recommended Dental Clinics Arrail Dental. Rm 204, Lippo Plaza, 222 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Songshan Lu. Tel: 5396 6538 Dr Zhou’s Dental Clinic.

Rm 3001B, Jianhui Mansion, 922 Hengshan Lu, near Tianping Lu. Tel: 6447 0390 Global Healthcare Medical And Dental Centre. Rm 301, Kerry Center, 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Tongren Lu. Tel: 5298 6339. Web: www. ghcchina.com

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Orthopaedics and Physiotherapy Emergencies

international doctor can often end up being quite expensive.

It’s every laowai’s worst nightmare: when something happens unexpectedly that you can’t for the life of you have prepared for.

Maybe you fall off your bike, you twist your ankle playing football, or you cut yourself one evening while playing gourmet chef.

Whatever your ailment, it’s serious, and you’ve no idea where to go to get the best help.

Huashan Worldwide Medican Centre. 12 Wulumuqi Zhong Lu, near Huashan Lu. Tel: 6248 3986. Web: www.sh-hwmc.com.cn

Where to go if…

…you haven’t got insurance. Maybe you just never got round to it, maybe you just never thought you needed it, but now you’re stuck with a serious injury, and you’ve no choice but to go cheap. Huashan Worldwide Medical Centre in the former French Concession has a 24 hour emergency clinic that is even open during public holidays, and there you can expect to pay no more than RMB 100 to get checked over and advised by a GP (however, of course expect to pay more based on your requirements and needs: x-rays, blood tests, stitches etc).

Chinese and international services are available, but be prepared to bring a translator if you opt for the former; getting seen by an

Huashan Worldwide Medical Centre

Emergency numbers: Police: 110

…you’re willing to pay top dollar for an international service. There’s nothing more important than your health, and provided you can fund it, it’s worth ensuring that you get the best quality service that you can while abroad.

Shanghai United Family Hospital is one of the leading international services available in Shanghai with clinics in Pudong, Puxi and Minhang. They have a full team of highly experienced physicians and their emergency room supplies all the latest state of the art technologies, ensuring that no matter what your ailment, you’re in safe hands.

Shanghai United Family Hospital. 1139 Xianxia Lu, near Linquan Lu. Tel: 2216 3900 (Hospital); 2216 3999 (Emergency Hotline) …you can’t speak Chinese and you need assistance immediately. If you find things are really serious and you can’t get yourself or a friend to a hospital, then it’s worth having the International SOS hotline stored on your mobile. Every year, International SOS answer more than a staggering 250,000 calls, and have been established in China since 1989. With over 450 local partners, they’re the number one reputable service to ring when you’ve nowhere else to turn.

International SOS (China) Ltd. Tel: 5298 9538 (Shanghai Admin); (10) 6462 9100 (24 Hour Hotline – Based in Beijing). Web: www. internationalsos. com/en/asiapacific_ china.htm

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When it comes to treating physical injuries that will take time to heal, the leading medical centre in town is SinoUnited Health, with an international team of specialists trained to treat everything from knobbly knees to frozen shoulders.

SinoHealth was the first western medical centre in China to treat pain and rehabilitation, and one of its longterm strongholds has been that it has a multilingual team of experts specialising in a range of areas. So whether it’s a sport or work injury, or maybe just an accident, you probably won’t find yourself in a better place for getting it checked out.

Physiotherapy, as to be expected, isn’t cheap (with rates averaging at RMB 800 per hour), so if you’re looking for a more competitive rate, you might be wise to look elsewhere. One resource that is useful is the Yue Foundation Health Blog, which offers online advice about different injuries, and also lists a number of therapists across Shanghai from a range of different clinics who

specialise in areas such as physiotherapy, osteopathy and chiropractics.

SinoUnited Health

SinoUnited Health. Web: www. sinounitedhealth.com.cn Shanghai Centre (Portman) Clinic: Suite 601, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Xikang Lu. Tel: 6279 8920 Jinqiao Clinic: Lane 300, 16 Hongfeng Lu, near Biyun Lu. Tel: 5030 7810 Yue Foundation Health Blog. Web: www. yuefoundation.org/blog/directory/physiciansallied-health-professionals

Chinese Ginger Tea

English/Chinese phrases for emergencies:

If you’re just looking to shake off a nasty cold or flu virus with a homemade recipe, Chinese ginger tea is a great antidote, not to mention a warming winter drink. It’s also great for increasing circulation, soothing menstrual pains and preventing indigestion!

Help!

Jiù mìng! 救命！

Ingredients

Medical emergencies: 120

Stop, thief!

Zhan zhu, zéi! 站住，贼！

1 piece of ginger 4 tbsp of Chinese brown sugar (hei tang)

Fire!

Zháohuo! 着火！

Method

Call an ambulance!

Jiào jiùhùche! 叫救护车！ Call the police!

Jiào jingchá! 叫警察！ I am sick.

Wo bìng le. 我病了 Get a doctor.

Kuài qù zhao yisheng. 快去找医生。

1. Wash the ginger and slice off about six small pieces 2. Boil a saucepan of water 3. Add the ginger and the brown sugar to the saucepan and let it simmer for about 10 - 15 minutes.

4. Leave for five minutes to cool slightly and then serve. Add lemon or honey if required.

I’m lost.

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UPFRONT FEATURE

Shanghai Secrets: We Ask The Experts Casey Hall

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Are you looking for top quality wines, tasty dumplings, hard-to-find vinyl or the best place to work up a sweat in Shanghai? To save you the hassle of looking any further, Talk set out to discover the best Shanghai has to offer by asking the city’s food, wine, fitness, fashion and music experts to give us their insider tips.

FOOD Shanghai’s food scene certainly provides plenty of variety, with all kinds of cuisine at all price points represented. But restaurants in Shanghai, like everything else in this fast-paced city, are a transient lot, with dozens of eateries opening and closing every week.

As a professional food writer and the “Chief Eating Officer” of local tour operators, UnTour Shanghai, Jamie Barys has experienced the full spectrum of Shanghai’s food scene.

“Even when you’re strapped for cash and counting every last jiao until payday, you can still eat like the son of a party official from street food stalls, noodle joints and holes in the wall you may not pay attention to when you’re flush,” Barys said. “But at the same time, you can also splash out at restaurants serving up fine dining experiences that are unique to Shanghai.”

Her recommendations for good value include Hang Yuen Hin for lunch, where dim sum dishes are half price before 2pm.

“I usually order the beef and cilantro chang fen (rice paper rolls) and the xia jiao (steamed shrimp dumplings),” Barys said.

For comfort food, the Tennessee-native heads to Cha’s for chicken wings or to Bubba’s for a pulled pork sandwich.

“It may sound weird, but Cha’s deep-fried chicken wings remind me of my Aunt Martina’s North Carolina cooking,” Barys said. “[Although Bubba’s] sauce may be more Texan than Tennessean, no Southerner can fault a man who imports an honest-to-God smoker from the States.”

UnTour Shanghai.

Web: www.untourshanghai.com

Hang Yuen Hin. 290-292 Wanping Lu, near Zhaojiabang Lu. Tel: 6472 9778 Cha’s. 1F, 30 Sinan Lu, near Huaihai Zhong Lu. Tel: 6093 2062 Bubba’s BBQ. 2262 Hongqiao Lu, near Jianhe Lu. Tel: 6242 2612

FASHION Still fresh from last month’s Shanghai Fashion Week, people around the city may be looking to up the ante on their personal style quotient.

Shanghai has become a magnet for flagships and international brands at all price points in recent years, but the advice from some of the city’s most fashionable ladies is to mix up your wardrobe in order to keep things interesting.

Ciga Zhou is a fashion blogger and stylist at MIXR.cn who is known for her own quirky fashion sense. She suggests Shanghai shoppers scour the former French Concession for inspiration and, as she does for her own wardrobe, shop at a mix of fast fashion outlets and niche local boutiques.

Zhou’s favourite stores include American Apparel, eco-fashion brand, NuoMi and local vintage haven, William the Beekeeper. She is also partial to the Anxi Secondhand Market, but only recommends it to shoppers who are “patient” and willing to dig for fashion gold.

The most important thing, according to Zhou, is to figure out your individual style. “Every single piece can be mixed and matched into a different style as long as you know what looks good on you,” she said.

Fellow Shanghai-based fashion blogger, Sandy Chu (pictured), has a particular soft spot for leather handbags from Discover 6 Glamour, vintage pieces from Emporium and designer collaborations from Japanese chain, Uniqlo. (“They're high quality and cost the same as the rest of the store’s pieces.”)

Her advice to Shanghai shoppers searching for a bargain is to befriend some industry insiders, who can spill the beans on secret sales around the city.

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“It doesn’t happen all the time, but bigger companies that have offices here often have private bi-yearly sales to friends and family, where items are marked up to 90 per cent off retail prices,” Chu said.

American Apparel. Infinity Plaza, 2F, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Pu'an Lu. Web: www.americanapparel.net NuoMi. 196 Xinle Lu, near Donghu Lu. Tel: 5403 4199 William the Beekeeper. 84 Fenyang Lu, near Fuxing Zhong Lu. Tel: 131 6724 3796.

Web: www.williamthebeekeeper.com Anxi Secondhand Market. 1335 Anshun Lu, near Kaixuan Lu

Discover 6 Glamour. 100 Maoming Nan Lu, near Nanchang Lu Uniqlo. Multiple locations. Web: www. uniqlo.cn Emporium. Bldg 4, Lane 526 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Chengdu Nan Lu. Tel: 150 2651 3553

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Napa Wine Bar & Kitchen

MUSIC

WINE In case you haven’t noticed, wine bars are having something of “a moment” in Shanghai right now, with new places opening up almost daily in the downtown area, catering to new and old world wine lovers, bargain hunters and serious oenophiles alike.

Shanghai’s music scene simply isn’t comparable with those of many major cities in the West. Restrictions on live music venues and musicians themselves are complex and wideranging and it’s rare for a venue or even a band to last the distance.

Vance Yeang, one of Shanghai’s most renowned sommeliers, shared some of his top choices from the city’s burgeoning wine bar crowd, with his top choice overall being an old favourite for Shanghai’s wine crowd, Napa Wine Bar & Kitchen.

Located in a shikumen mansion tucked away behind Tomorrow Square, the wine credentials of Napa are almost unparalleled in Shanghai, with a list topping 700 labels and 20 wines available by the glass. A particular highlight, according to Yeang, is the weekend wine brunch, where 15 wines are offered up on a free-flow basis.

If it’s a casual get together over a bottle of wine (or five) with friends that you are seeking, Yeang suggests the “cheap prices and tasty wines” on offer at Dr Wine.

Another favourite – for either drinking in or taking away – is Ferguson Lane’s Pudao. “Pudao is a wine retails shop that offers good wines by the glass at affordable prices,” says Yeang. “The staff there are well-educated and can explain more about the wines [than your average Shanghai wine shop].”

Someone who has gone the distance, however, in the world of Shanghai music, is Archie Hamilton. As the Managing Director of Split Works, Hamilton has spent years bringing talented musicians from around China and the world to Shanghai, and he says the local music scene is currently, in many ways, the healthiest it’s been in years.

Napa Wine Bar & Kitchen. 57 Jiangyin Lu, near Huangpi Nan Lu. Tel: 6318 0057. Web: www. napawinebarandkitchen.com.

Dr Wine. 177 Fumin Lu, near Julu Lu. Tel: 5403 5717 Pudao. Ferguson Lane, 376 Wukang Lu, near Tai’an Lu. Tel: 6090 7075

In terms of live music, MAO Livehouse and Yuyintang remain the “two stalwarts of the scene”, according to Hamilton, though he also mentions the recent revival of another old Shanghai favourite.

“Live Bar has started to get a bit more traction with promoters downtown taking some international acts up there,” Hamilton said. “It’s also close to Fudan University, so it has that student vibe.”

If it’s local music you are interested in discovering, Hamilton recommends Douban, China’s (kind of) version of MySpace, where bands upload tracks and gig information. Although the site is in Chinese, Hamilton assures us that it’s easily navigable using Google Translate.

For music intended for personal, in-home use, Uptown Record Store is Hamilton’s pick among a recent crop of record stores around Shanghai.

“Uptown Records is a cool place to hang out and browse. Sacco [Uptown’s owner] has been heading down to Guangzhou and buying thousands of records and bringing them back to Shanghai to sell them,” he said.

Split Works. Web: www.spli-t.com MAO Livehouse. 3F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, near Jianguo Zhong Lu. Tel: 6445 0086. Web: www.maolive.com Yuyintang. 851 Kaixuan Lu, near Yan'an Xi Lu. Tel: 5237 8662. Web: www.yytlive.com Live Bar. 800 Guoshun Dong Lu, near Shuangyang Lu. Tel: 2833 6764

FITNESS

Douban. Web: www.douban. com

If you’ve been living in Shanghai for a while, you will have probably realised that with all the eating, drinking and partying going down, it can be all too easy to let your physical fitness go (to put it mildly). But never fear; if there’s one thing we’ve learnt, Shanghai has something for everyone, even for those looking to get into shape.

Uber-trainer Murat Erbaytan (pictured) is the man behind MeWellness and a bona fide expert on Shanghai’s fitness scene. After seven years in Shanghai, Erbaytan has seen plenty of fitness fads come and go, but his advice to people is just to keep it simple. After all, half the battle is just getting started.

“It’s not rocket science. Everybody knows they need to workout, eat clean and limit their alcohol content as much

Uptown Record Store. 115 Pingwu Lu, near Xingfu Lu

as possible. The problem is that most people aren’t willing to do anything about it, or say, ‘there is always tomorrow’.

“I always say, ‘Stop thinking about it, just do something about it’.”

life. I try to make sure that I work out three to four times a week (no more than 45 mins per session), and try to keep my diet clean during the week. But I have my cheat weekends, where I eat and drink anything I want to.”

If you are ready to jump in feet first, Erbaytan has a number of Shanghai options for different fitness tastes. Aside from his own MeWellness studio, which offers circuit training classes and yoga, and his soon-to-be-opened CrossFit gym, Erbaytan recommends Oz BodyFit for Muay Thai and kickboxing fans, Jing’an’s Red Door Yoga for those looking to get their yogi on and Jazz du Funk, for people who like a little rhythm with their workouts.

Sounds like the perfect fit for a Shanghai lifestyle, no?

As for his own personal regime, Erbaytan likes to keep it simple.

Jazz du Funk

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“My secret is Mexican food and margaritas,” he said, laughing. “No, no, my secret would be how I balance my

MeWellness. Web: www.mewellness.com

Oz BodyFit. 717 Huai'an Lu, near Xi Suzhou Lu. Tel: 6288 5278. Web: www.ozbodyfit.com Red Door Yoga. 69 Yanping Lu, near Xinzha Lu. Tel: 2416 2501. Web: www.reddoor-yoga.com Jazz du Funk. 5F, Bldg 2, Lane 113 Changshu Lu, near Julu Lu. Tel: 5403 9387. Web: www.jazzdufunk. com

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For Skin’s Sake!

Mary A Drobnak RN, BSN, MSN Ed

It goes without saying that our skin, the largest organ of our body, is as essential to our health and wellbeing as our heart and our lungs are. The skin is our body’s first line of defence from germs, bacteria, viruses and basically any and every natural and threatening element. It is therefore important to keep the skin healthy and cared for to keep your body strong and protected.

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s we head into another Shanghai winter, cold, damp temperatures and blustery winds will rob our skin of its essential moisture. The use of indoor heating further exposes our skin to dry conditions.

Add to that those comforting long hot baths and showers that steal what little oil our skin manages to have left and you have a recipe for flaky, itchy, tight and irritated skin that will require some emergency rescuing!

However, it doesn’t have to become an emergency situation if we use the proper precautions! Including a diet filled with fruits, vegetables and foods rich in essential oils, drinking water, teas and other fluids containing antioxidants, using protective creams and clothing appropriate for the time of year, and maintaining a daily cleansing and skincare regime will go a long way towards preventing skin damage and ensuring healthy skin all year round.

Let’s review some essential tips from skin and beauty experts for keeping your skin in top form this winter.

Tweak your skin routine by using a heavier moisturiser appropriate for your skin type Skin that is dry will wrinkle faster, may become irritated and can easily crack, causing the integrity of the skin to weaken.

Using a heavier moisturiser (appropriate for your skin type) in the winter months will help seal in moisture and protect your skin from the elements.

Cleanse gently once or twice a day with a moisturising cleanser Select a moisturiser that is best suited to your skin type. Never use bar soaps, as they tend to contain harsher products and can be overly drying. Skin specialists recommend washing the skin no more than two times a day and exfoliating weekly to remove dead skin that builds up during winter months.

Most important is to cleanse skin before going to bed, removing Shanghai pollutants that build up on the skin during the day.

Avoid scrubbing the skin and never “over–exfoliate” This will strip away and damage healthy skin cells at the surface that are necessary to help in the repair and regeneration processes. Know your skin type and take caution when exfoliating by using safe, suitable and effective products.

Avoid using excessively hot water on your skin any time, summer or winter Hot water drains the skin of its essential oils and moisture. It is recommended to use warm/lukewarm water to wash your face and body and keep shower times short in the winter! Gently towel-pat the skin dry, and for the best results apply serums, creams and moisturisers onto damp skin directly after your shower or bath to increase absorption. Although important to apply moisturisers more often in the winter, they are not as effective when applied to dry skin, so remember to always apply them immediately after washing your face and showering for the most sustainable results.

In winter, skin specialists recommend oil-based moisturisers, or waterin-oil emulsions, containing 80% oil and 20% water. Water-in-oil emulsions form a protective barrier on the skin that is proven more effective than most creams and lotions. However, these may not be suitable for all skin types, especially on the face. Remember, always apply products that are recommended and appropriate for your skin.

Protect your hands

Frequent (and necessary) hand washing quickly drains your hands of all their moisture. Avoid using excessively hot water for hand washing to retain moisture and apply hand cream after every wash to prevent chapping and cracking. Be sure to invest in a pair of good gloves made of materials that don’t irritate your skin for when you go outdoors. Also, wear gloves while doing the dishes and other chores that involve the use of water (or spoil your ayi and buy her a pair).

Invest in a humidifier

Adding moisture to the air can help to prevent your skin from drying out.

Consider using humidifiers in areas that you spend the most time in such as the office and throughout the home to help disperse moisture more evenly.

If you only have room for one, place it in the bedroom to keep the air moist while you sleep.

Wear appropriate clothing for the temperature and dress in layers Breathable materials are best against the skin and layering allows you to remove clothing as needed to prevent overheating, which can trigger skin irritation. Wool can be irritating to anyone’s skin and individuals with eczema-prone skin in particular should avoid direct contact with wool and always layer wool on top of a breathable material.

Don’t forget your lips, they need added moisture too!

Consider using sunscreen-based lip balm to protect your lips in the winter.

Despite the lower intensity and incidence of sun exposure, application of SPF 15 is recommended even in the wintertime when spending an increased amount of time outdoors.

As we head into colder temperatures, keep in mind that your skin is an important organ to care for and one that protects every other organ in your body! Remember, your skin needs a little extra attention in the winter to ensure a healthy you! Stay warm!

Send Nurse Mary your health questions and concerns at marydrobnak@nursemary.org

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Spa Reviews

Talise Spa

Optime Spa

Steph Buckingham

What: Deep Relaxation Aromatherapy Massage (90 min) Where: Talise Spa in the Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai. 1108 Meihua Lu, near Fangdian Lu. Tel: 3858 0710.

Web: www.jumeirah.com Why: For a spa journey to the Middle East How Much: RMB 880 + 15% The Jumeirah’s newly opened spa comes much anticipated with its exotic therapies drawing on influences from China, surrounding Asia, and reaching as far afield as the Middle East. And opening your treatment catalogue, these influences are obvious, with some really out of the ordinary therapies, such as the Luxury Arabian Gold Bliss (RMB 2,500 + 15%), a three hour rejuvenation package including a hammam steam and a natural sponge and rose mist ritual, for those days when you want to come out feeling like a king.

Also worth noting is Jumeirah’s Impressions of Himalayas set (RMB 1,700 +15% upwards), four seasonal massage packages using traditional Chinese medicine techniques, meaning that you can indulge in a treatment specially catered towards warding off those winter blues.

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There’s also a range of traditional Chinese treatments including foot reflexology, hot stone massages, cupping and guasha, as well as the more standard international facials, oil massages and body polishes.

Still, while there’s a lot of creative choice, this reviewer decided to test whether the Jumeirah had mastered the basics, and opted for a signature aromatherapy massage, which includes the option of either a rosemary or rosewood bio-organic oil imported from Austria.

My treatment did not disappoint. It started curiously with the feeling as though an animal was walking over my back, with firm presses from my masseuse moving up and down over my body. This hypnotic process prepared me for winding down it seemed, as I was soon cast under a spell while my masseuse worked at my sore points.

The methods used in this treatment went beyond words in offering something different, and I found myself surprisingly slipping into a full state of serenity. As my treatment promised, it prepared my mind and body for a fully restful sleep, and I slept deeply that night, vowing to experience a more exotic treatment on my next visit, to see what new heights of relaxation I might reach.

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What: Optime Bright Facial (90 min) Where: Optime Spa in the Andaz Shanghai.

88 Songshan Lu, near Taicang Lu. Tel: 2310 1234. Web: www.andazshanghai.com Why: Because your face deserves a luxurious form of pampering How Much: RMB 1,680 + 15% If you are looking to turn back time on that tired skin, then the Andaz’s brand new Optime Spa may just have the antidote.

This reviewer found that her treatment, the Optime Bright Facial, was a magical ritual working wonders on her time-weathered skin, and perhaps the closest alternative to a time machine.

Of course, a long line of companies and institutions have presented products over the years, promising to stop the clock on the ageing process, and so I was prepared to be critical. What I was told is influential in the Optime Spa’s case, however, is its Oxygen

Boost machine, designed “to enhance cellular renewal, effectively restoring the skin’s suppleness and protecting the skin from telling signs of ageing.” Needless to say, I was curious to try it out.

My treatment began with my aesthetician stretching my arms with introductory tai chi exercises in order to relax my body and mind.

What followed was an indulgent foot massage before the main feature: my moisturising, oxygen-infusing facial. To prepare my face, my aesthetician exfoliated my dead skin cells by applying a refreshingly rose-scented scrub.

Next came the oxygen, which was applied with ticklish blasts onto every inch of my countenance, which felt curiously like a massage with strong fingers.

At the end of the treatment I was awed by the reduction of my under-eye circles and also noticed a drastic improvement to my uneven skin tone. Time machines may be fictional, but the Optime Spa might just be for real.

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Seasonal Eating For Winter Jessica E Simkin, MSc

As the season changes, our diet needs to change with it. Jessica Simkins offers her advice on what you should be eating this winter.

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utumn brought the smell of sweet potatoes and roasted chestnuts to the streets of Shanghai and each passing rain bringing us one step closer to winter.

And although the onset of winter brings feelings of apprehension, it’s a reminder that our lives are part of an ongoing continuum.

It is this greater alignment with the earth’s natural cycles that promotes maximum energy and vitality through the entire year.

Our early ancestors relied entirely on seasonal foods, hunted and gathered locally, and although we as modern humans have developed the ability to manipulate our surroundings, we are no less connected to the world around us than they were. It is nature’s way to produce and provide the energy needed to sustain local life and it is to our advantage to emulate early humans and eat what the earth naturally provides for us. The changing seasons bring an opportunity to realign ourselves with the natural cycle of the universe, which in turn, can provide greater balance and health during the cold season.

Energetically, winter is a time of contraction and our diets and activity levels ideally change to reflect this state. We may find ourselves craving richer foods that provide our bodies with the extra energy needed for generating heat. We may also discover that our bodies require additional rest as they work

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harder to protect us from the cold and strive to maintain warmth. For some, it may seem perplexing to find the appropriate diet for their body during a particular time of the year; however, this does not need to be overly complicated. Listening to the intuitive intelligence of our bodies and observing what grows seasonally can appropriately guide us.

Seasonal eating is an important component of an ideal diet and eating accordingly in winter is no exception. The winter diet should be the heaviest and most warming of all the seasonal diets because cold weather causes an increase in our basil metabolic rate (BMR), which in turn raises our nutrient needs. We should begin to shift away from the watery fruits and vegetables of summer to foods that require more time and heat to prepare. Autumn harvests supply a variety of root vegetables, squashes, wholegrains, legumes, nuts, and seeds; all

of which are wonderful winter foods. Cold weather increases our needs for complex carbohydrates and interestingly enough, winter squash differs from summer squash in that it has higher carbohydrate content. Winter squash varieties include acorn squash, butternut squash, spaghetti squash, and my personal favourite, pumpkin.

For optimum health this winter, eat locally grown seasonal produce and ideally choose organic when possible. Focus your diet on wholegrains, starchy vegetables, and high quality fat and protein sources like wild caught fish, extra virgin olive oil, avocado, nuts and seeds, virgin coconut oil and flax oil. And be sure to include plenty of warming kitchen herbs and spices like ginger, garlic, cumin, chilli and pepper for a little added warmth.

Jessica E Simkin is a Nutrition Consultant & Certified Metabolic Typing Advisor. Web: www.evolving-wellness.com

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HOT & COOL

what’sHOTwhat’sCOOL Melissa K Trias

Serious Style

Flowers In Her Hair

You may feel inclined to shove that unruly mane under a hat, but let’s not forget your hair deserves to be dolled-up, too. Peony Rice make this pretty little headpiece for those days when you want to look extra special.

RMB 850. Peony Rice. Rm 10, Bldg B, 140 Jiashan Lu, near Yongkang Lu. Tel: 136 6149 7164. Web: www.peonyrice.com

While men show their prestige with a welltailored suit, women show theirs with a wellstructured bag. No bows or flowers here; this boxed beauty from Heirloom means business.

RMB 3,190. Heirloom. Rm L118, Xintiandi Style. 245 Madang Lu, near Zizhong Lu. Tel: 6301 3559. Web: www. heirloomhandbags.com

Sleepy Head

You may not be in pre-school anymore, but naptime is still a necessary part of the day. Do it at work, on the bus or even on the metro with the Ostrich Pillow— a novel invention from Studio Banana Things.

RMB 475. Studio Banana Things. Web: www.ostrichpillow.com

Hips Don’t Lie

You’ve got beautiful curves, so why not flaunt them? This turquoise-blue dress from Opening Ceremony hugs in all the right places.

RMB 4,934. The Villa. 1 Taojiang Lu, near Yueyang Lu. Tel: 6466 9322. Web: www. shopthevilla.com

Bejewelled Beauty

If you find yourself itching to bedazzle one of your favourite tops, just wait! This Trixy collar from Monki will satisfy your desires without ruining something expensive.

RMB 180. Monki. Web: www.monki.cn

Warm Ways

The weatherman predicts it to be an awfully cold winter, so be sure to keep warm! We think that this Helen Lee knitted coat will do quite perfectly.

Masterpiece Mules

They say that fashion moves in waves—or do they mean swirls? Stella McCartney’s artsy, paint-inspired pumps add a much needed dose of whimsicality to your winter wardrobe.

RMB 3,280. Helen Lee. Bldg 1, 172 Fumin Lu, near Changle Lu. Tel: 5465 6618.

Web: www.insh.com.cn

RMB 8,700. Stella McCartney in the Réel Shanghai Department Store. 1601 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Changde Lu. Tel: 3253 6598. Web: www.stellamccartney.com

She’s A Rainbow

When you colour-block, do it in reverse — from your toes to your head. Add that extra half-inch of rainbow intensity with these statement hoops by BECCA. RMB 50. BECCA. 11F, 1 Huiyin Financial Business Centre, 609 Yunling Dong Lu, near Danba Lu. Tel: 152 2157 9637. Web: http:// beccawu.taobao.com

Ready To Go

Alluring Aromas

There’s nothing hotter than a well-groomed man, and with this smart travel-sized Billy Kirk bag, you’ll have all your necessary toiletries at hand to keep looking your best.

A few drops of perfume can make you irresistible to the opposite sex. And Velvet Forest Wood from Dsquared, a potion of hushed jasmine petals, heliotrope and cedar wood, will definitely put you on the radar.

RMB 1,350. Project Aegis. 777 Julu Lu, near Fumin Lu. Tel: 5403 9869. Web: www.projectaegis.com

RMB 868. Dsquared in the ifc Mall. 8 Shiji Dadao, near Lujiazui Huan Lu. Tel: 3390 1797. Web: www.dsquared2.com

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STYLE TALK

Home-Style Shopping Casey Hall

As the temperature drops and Shanghai’s big chill sets in, it’s getting harder and harder to leave the house for your regular dose of retail therapy. So why not stay at home, where it’s cosy and warm, and order the best up-andcoming home-grown fashion from these enterprising local e-commerce sites?

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hinese design has progressed in leaps and bounds over the past five years, and alongside it, smaller international labels are becoming increasingly available to consumers on the Mainland.

These joint trends, as well the burgeoning popularity of e-commerce, have combined to make shopping for fun,

unique and, most importantly, fashionable, pieces in the Middle Kingdom, easier than ever before.

Eager to capitalise on the plethora of local design talent coming out of China, “etail” websites such as Anyshopstyle.cn and Xinlelu.com have sprung up to act as a sort of middle-man – taking Chinese designs to a wider audience at home and abroad.

Anyshopstyle.cn Beijing-based fashion editor, Alice McInerney, along with business partner, Li Yang, launched their bilingual, Chinacentric fashion news site, Anywearstyle. com in 2009, in order to document the rapidly developing local fashion scene.

It wasn’t long before the editorial site spawned an e-commerce sister site.

“We realised there was such a wealth of talent, but no channels for these young designers to meet the marketplace, so we launched Anyshopstyle.cn, our ecommerce platform. We saw a gap in the market, that Chinese consumers wanted more choice than the usual luxury brands,” McInerney explained.

Xinlelu.com When Jillian Xin, a former Management Consultant, realised all of her favourite Shanghai shopping experiences were tiny, hidden boutiques scattered around the city, she decided to bring them all together in one place.

Her two-pronged plan, now known as Xinlelu. com, allows small, local designer brands to find an audience and at the same time, introduces a fashionhungry public to the best of independent Chinese design.

Xin has since also opened the Xinlelu Showroom (87 Wuyuan Lu, near Changshu Lu), so potential customers wary of online buying can check out the products in the flesh (so to speak) before handing over their hard-earned yuan.

“It's going really well and the response has been overwhelmingly positive,” Xin said. “Since opening the showroom in Shanghai, we've also been able to interact directly with our customers, which has enabled us to better understand what they want and how to improve.”

Jillian Xin – Xinlelu.com Xin’s favourites from her e-tail baby’s current collections include the Long Komono by Bubble Mood (RMB 1,400). This screenprinted silk kimono from the Parisian-Asian brand is a wonderful way to feel fashionable in the comfort of your own home.

For more conventional outside dressing, Vanessa Cheung’s long-sleeved, Bordeauxhued maxi dress (RMB 1,980) is sure to make a dramatic impression.

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Alice McInerney – Anyshopstyle.cn A huge fan of China-born, Londonbased designer Yang Du, and her bold and beautiful animal prints, McInerney recommends shoppers check out the 'Why do fools fall in love?' collection, exclusively available for pre-order on Anyshopstyle.cn.

McInerney is also looking to Beijing designer, Liu Lu’s polished fall collection to add some timeless glamour to her own wardrobe. “I love the androgynous tailored look that is very reminiscent of Annie Hall, and the cobalt blue asymmetric coat is also on my wish list!”

In another example of a combined on and offline retail attack, local high-end multi-brand boutique, The Villa (1 Taojiang Lu, near Yueyang Lu), has also recently branched into the e-tail sphere with Shopthevilla.com. At the new online boutique, international indie brands are available at the click of a mouse, delivered (for free if you are in China) straight to your door.

“We strongly believe in the online store’s potential, especially given the shift in Chinese people’s attitudes towards shopping online.

People are no longer only shopping online to find a bargain,” The Villa’s founder, Sara Villareal, said.

“For now, it’s a great way for our new and existing customers to view our current in-store collections from the comfort of their home and for us to educate our clients a bit more about the variety of brands that we carry.”

Sara Villareal – Shopthevilla.com The Villa founder recommends adding a pop of colour to your autumn palette with a fringed cashmere pullover from Minnie Rose (RMB 4,530).

Meanwhile, fashionistas who want to max out their sophistication quota without compromising on sparkle should try an Elizabeth & James combination of shiny brocade peplum blouse (RMB 4,175) and cigarette “Winston” pants (RMB 4,530).

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Treasured Totes Melissa K Trias

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he search for a reliable bag is serious business. A bag is not only a functional accessory to a well-dressed woman, but it is a microcosm of all that is important to her, carrying pictures of family and friends, keys to her loving home and paperwork from her fulfilling career.

That’s why women know that when it comes to investing money in a new bag, it’s important to spend it right.

We at Talk are enamored by Flying Scissors’ beautiful, durable leather totes, so we spoke to Joanna Hong, a representative at Flying Scissors about what to look for when seeking out a quality handbag that will take you from your morning rush hour, all the way through to your steamy dinner date.

The Leather

Tough leather, such as thick cow vachetta (which is used to make utility belts) has a

rough, cardboard feel, whereas thinner leather, such as lambskin, is nice to the touch, but tears easily. A naturally tanned cowhide is the best option for a longterm durable bag, as part of the tanning process involves oil treatments that produce a soft, shiny and supple texture that is resilient to ripping or falling apart.

The Size

If you intend to carry your entire life inside your bag, then a small-sized accessory will not cut it – especially if you want to fit in your favourite copy of Talk Magazine! Totes and satchels are functional styles because they have ample space for a full day of work and play.

Longevity

It is inevitable that as the years pass, no matter what the cost, a once beautiful bag will lose its structure and begin to sag.

While you should always store your bag with paper filling when it is not in use, it is also essential that you choose a bag that is smartly made to begin with. One particular indicator of a bag’s lasting form is the construction of its interior lining.

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

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The Editor’s Pick

Moonlight Shoulderbag in Stamped Ostrich, available in grey, indigo, yellow, latte and black (pictured above). RMB 3,370 This bad-boy is big enough to fit your iPad or tablet, a Macbook Air 11”, mobile phone, business cards, keys and makeup all in one.

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Local Talk: Biyun Lu

4 The Fat Olive

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For an indulgent shopping experience, Jinqiao’s Biyun Lu offers solutions to getting your teeth, hair and nails done, before relaxing with a good book and some gourmet Greek, with just enough time to make a fashionably late appearance at the evening’s big party.

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Whether you’re planning a surprise birthday this month, your kid’s looking for a costume for a theme party or dad’s wondering where he can get his hands on an early Santa outfit, a visit to the Jajaja Party & Toy Store will supply you with all you desire. With costumes (RMB 180 upwards), capes, balloons, masks, Harry Potter wands and coloured hairspray (RMB 20) just some of the items this shop sells, you’re bound to find whatever you need for any occasion. What’s more, you can also save yourself the hassle of running around elsewhere for a present; Jajaja has boys and girls toy sections for all ages.

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Newly opened earlier this year, The Fat Olive on Biyun Lu is the fourth instalment of David Laris’ much loved wine and mezze bar. The menu is a collection of Greek heritage inspired dishes with a twist of international flavour, such as the Charred & Blackened Octopus with Chilli Pepper Dressing (RMB 78), however you can also find a few traditional Mediterranean favourites, like the Greek Salad (RMB 68).

The Fat Olive is perhaps as well known for its drink as well as its food, with special drinks offers in the week including a free wine tasting on Wednesdays, a Martini Night on Thursdays (RMB 65 for two Martinis) and Happy Hour on Fridays (RMB 100 for three drinks).

The Fat Olive. 688 Biyun Road, near Lan’an Lu. Tel: 2206 2988. Web: www. thefatolive.com

Jajaja Party & Toy Store. 158 Biyun Lu, near Baihua Lu. Tel: 5192 2618. Web: www.jajaja365.com

2 SBJ Book store

Everyone loves a good book, and at SBJ Bookstore there’s a wide range of Chinese and English novels for children and adults (RMB 100 upwards), travel guides (RMB 200), dictionaries (RMB 80 upwards) and even audio books.

What also makes SBJ great is that you can find imported magazines and newspapers from countries like France, the UK, Italy and the US, so you can keep up-to-date with all the current affairs, fashion trends, and business developments back home.

SBJ Bookstore. 554 Biyun Lu, near Yunshan Lu

5 Specialized Bikes

The world-renowned bike specialists expand their reaches to Shanghai with a wide range of products for bike enthusiasts including kids bikes (RMB 90 upwards), mountain bikes (RMB 1,551 upwards) and helmets (RMB 370 upwards), as well as a range of accessories including shoes, bags, tires and saddles.

Specialized, however, is so called because their speciality lies in offering the possibility of customising your own bike, either by choosing from a vast range of components from within the store, or by bringing your own bike and discussing what can be added to it, to make it very much your own.

Specialized Bikes. 1192 Biyun Lu, near Hongfeng Lu. Tel: 3382 1192

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Offering a range of Chinese and international oil treatments from skilful masseuses trained in the art of soul-soothing, Bamboo7 is a place to come and be completely and utterly spoiled. The prices are reasonable, with a soothing Chinese relaxation massage costing RMB 250, and a refreshing Eucalyptus oil massage setting you back no more than RMB 228. This massage chain also has over ten other locations spread throughout Shanghai giving credit to its excellence, particularly specialising in traditional Chinese therapies and aromatherapy massages.

Bamboo7. 1198 Biyun Lu, near Hongfeng Lu. Tel: 5030 8406. Web: www.bamboo7.cn

3 PureSmile Orthodontics

& Dentistry

Recognised as one of the leading orthodontic clinics in Shanghai, PureSmile prides itself upon having some of the best internationally trained dentists in Shanghai, providing exemplary standards of dental care.

Set within a very friendly environment, PureSmile offer a full range of services including braces, crowns, veneers, teeth whitening and dental implants as well as regular check-ups (RMB 30 upwards).

PureSmile Orthodontics & Dentistry. Bldg 2-4, Lane 650 Biyun Lu, near Yunshan Lu. Tel: 6105 9400. Web: www. puresmileasia.com

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7 Benson Salon

Benson offers cutting (RMB 120 upwards), colouring (RMB 480 upwards), and conditioning (RMB 250 upwards), for whenever you’re looking for a change of image, using international products from renowned companies including L'Oréal, Wella and Kerastasse. Manicures (RMB 88) and makeup treatments (RMB 120 upwards), are also available, so whether you want a simple haircut or you're planning to paint the town red, you’re guaranteed to get the full star treatment, and come out looking like a divine diva.

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SPORT TALK

Taking It In Your Stride Jon Robinson, BSc (Hons) Exercise Physiology

Guaranteed to put more dips in your hips, cut to your strut and glide in your stride, we’re not just talking the talk, Shanghai, we’re walking the walk with this guide to getting on the good foot!

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our foot strikes the floor thousands of times each day and bad habits developed over time will likely have a detrimental effect on how the body works mechanically. The foot is a key component in how your posture develops, so spending some time to learn how to position your feet correctly when walking or running will extend the functional life span of your bio-machine, perhaps even also alleviating some joint and muscle pain.

Whether your arches are high or low, most people tend to pronate their feet when walking or running, meaning that one or both of their feet rolls too much towards the inside.

The effect of this is that the bones of the foot and lower leg essentially absorb the forces that the muscles of the lower leg should be dealing with. Such foot positions mean that the joints of the foot and ankle will veer away slightly from the ideal alignment, not only leading to wear and tear over time in the lower leg and foot, but also higher up the mechanical chain

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of the knee, hips, spine and neck. Of course, the skeleton is an inter-linked chain and misalignment in one area can have a knock-on effect.

Take a look at this picture (right), which shows how the weight would ideally be distributed through the foot when walking. For most people, correcting your foot strike means placing more weight on the outside ‘ridge’ of the foot and rolling through a bit longer. In other words, attempt to avoid the foot rolling inwards too early, then push off from the big toe. It takes some practice but little by little, you’ll come to develop your own style.

Foot strike when running is different. Ideally you need to land on the lateral mid-foot, which on the picture is the dot below the little toe. Since the 70s, many types of running shoes that have become popular have controversially, directly increased the number of running-related injuries because they replace the job that the muscles of the lower leg should

be doing (and should therefore never have become popular in the first place). To encourage a lateral midfoot strike, try running barefoot, as your foot tends to naturally place itself in the correct position.

However, if barefoot running, be careful to build up your lower leg strength very gradually, otherwise the muscle soreness at the end of your workout will be overbearing. Try running two minutes barefoot for the first time, wait two days to ensure there is no long-lasting soreness, then try running for four minutes and so on…

It might seem like an unusual practice, but make a start on improving your foot strike and your body will be a better machine all round, allowing you to exercise at a greater intensity without fear of aches, pains and injuries. Now it’s time to hit that cardio harder!

Jon Robinson is the co-owner of Spin Shanghai (Rm A401, 525 Fahuazhen Lu, near Dingxi Lu. Tel 139 1804 4705). 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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altered for their resistance, so you can be eased in slowly in your first class.” And he’s certainly reassuring as he talks with some of his regulars, and adjusts their bikes accordingly before a class. A personal trainer as well as one of the owners of SpinShanghai, Jon appears passionate about ensuring that people make the most out of their workout, and in his 50 minute classes proves an enthusiastic and encouraging instructor, more friend than slave-driver.

The studio itself is situated within a new creative development space not far from Zhongshan Park, and currently has seven trainers, who teach 50 minute classes of approximately ten people. There’s definitely room for more bikes inside the spacious studio, however Jon argues, “We don’t want riders to feel like they’re practically on top of each other; it makes people feel more at ease to have more space.”

There’s a new spinning centre in town, and it’s geared towards helping you keep trim this autumn…

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ny cardio-loving expat will be more than familiar with how frustrating it is to have to wait to use an exercise bike or treadmill in a public gym. Hogged by lazy folk checking their iPhones and using these machines at a rate of approximately two miles an hour, you’re often left waiting for upwards of twenty minutes for a machine to become available, feeling then under pressure for those queuing behind you when you eventually start your workout.

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It’s no surprise then that many gym-goers quickly lose the fun in their exercise regimes, something that Jon Robinson and Jenny Edwards are trying to inject back into cardio with their new spinning studio, SpinShanghai.

Of course, a lot of people balk at the mention of spinning, afraid to make that first step towards joining a class, because they feel like won’t be able to keep up. This is why SpinShanghai uses manual bikes, Jon explains, “that can be

The studio also doubles as a space for personal training, for fitness enthusiasts to work on building muscle tone and strengthening weaker parts of their body.

However, for those a long way out of training, or simply looking to start a new class and get into shape, Jon can’t recommend spinning highly enough. “There aren’t any severe lifestyle changes you have to make; you just need to own a pair of trainers and be able to make the commitment of coming down once or twice a week.

Most people are nervous their first time, but you can have a lot of fun with spinning and meet new friends.

Expect to lose a lot of weight too,” he adds. Well, we don’t need much more of an incentive than that!

Classes RMB 80 upwards (50 min). SpinShanghai. Bldg A401, 525 Fahuazhen Lu, near Dingxi Lu. Web: www. spinshanghai.com

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Mon – Fri: 6.30am, 8am, 6pm, 7.30pm Sat – Sun: 9am, 1pm For trial classes, tel: 139 1804 4705

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EDUCATION & FAMILY

Toy Story Calum McCaffery

Buying toys for very young children is hard, especially when you want to ensure they’ve passed stringent safety standards. Talk spoke with Wendy Krueger, owner of Lollipop Children’s Boutique, about some of the toys that are good to give little ones.

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ou want the best for your children, but when you’ve got little ones younger than one who are just beginning to play on their own, it’s difficult to know what’s safe to give them. Speaking with Lollipop boutique owner and mother of two, Wendy Krueger, she recalls that when she was expecting her first child, like most parents, she “did not have a clue what to buy.”

Krueger, who purchased the Lollipop Children’s Boutique in 2008, has since gained a lot of expertise in the area, and her boutique, which sells popular and safetyapproved brands from across Europe and the USA (such as Skiphop and Cloud B) gives credit to that. Lollipop, which has four boutique locations across Shanghai, sells a selection of toys and other baby products including cribs, prams and clothes imported from Europe and the USA, helping to provide new mothers in Shanghai with a place that they can buy safely manufactured goods for

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their little one. Krueger, like most mums, recognises the importance of providing high quality goods that are safely manufactured and won’t harm the child, which is why she focuses on importing popularly approved western branded goods.

Plenty of conventional plush toys and toy gyms can be found at Lollipop but Krueger also imports some toys that are a little bit different. As well as stocking goods that are safe, she stresses that her team “focus[es] on including toys that are educational.” An example of such, is the GBaby range from the Geomag Store (Web: www.geomagstore.com), which is currently a very popular range of toys in Europe, particularly Switzerland. This range features a selection of magnetic toys for children between the ages of ten months and three years, including the Roly-Poly cat (RMB 99) an egg shaped toy (pictured).

The Roly-Poly toys contain two pieces in each box: the animal of your choice and the magnetic platform that it can be attached to.

These help children, especially young children, improve their hand-eye coordination by sticking the two different magnetic pieces together.

And while the Geomag range contains magnets (because children do have a tendency to put toys in their mouths), these toys have all passed stringent European and American safety standards and are hermetically sealed so they are safe to use and can even double as bath toys. “Even after toys are imported from Europe or America, they are put through x-rays to ensure that there are no dangerous objects present,” assures Krueger.

This is reassuring to know, especially for parents who have the concern of sending their kids to playschool for the first time, where they are not able to fully supervise their little toddler.

To such parents, Kruger stresses buying the Bentley organic toy

sanitizer (RMB 108), which is a UK-imported product made with 90 per cent organic ingredients. Tests have shown that this this sanitizer is proven to get rid of 99.9 per cent of harmful bacteria and has been dermatologically tested to be safe for children of all ages. Krueger is very excited about being able to sell this.

“This is an exclusive at Lollipop so we are very happy to have it here. Kids will always put toys in their mouths so it is reassuring to know that, even when we’re not around, they are safe.”

Lollipop Children’s Boutique (Minhang Branch). 3211 Hongmei Lu, near Yan’an Xi Lu. Tel: 6406 8220. Web: www. shanghailollipop.com

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EDUCATION & FAMILY

Family Calendar weekly movie night. Popcorn and drinks provided.

3.30 - 6pm. RMB 100 non-members; free for members. The Little Urban Center. Tel: 139 1704 7785. Web: www.thelittleurbancenter.com

3 November Synchronised Swimming Classes Combining ballet, swimming and gymnastics, these two hour classes teach everyone from beginner to advanced how to turn themselves into an admirable aquatic gymnast.

International Rugby Stars Take On Dulwich Students Students at Dulwich picked up some tips from the professionals last month when international rugby stars Eddie Jones and Glen Ella visited them on the pitch, for some games and autograph signing.

Expat Guide To Giving Birth In Shanghai Released

4.40 – 6.40pm every Tuesday and Saturday.

RMB 140 per class. The British International School (Jinguang Branch). Tel: 137 7433 4047.

E-mail: synchroswimsh@hotmail.com

Bonfire Night The British International School Shanghai Pudong teams up with the British Chamber of Commerce, Shanghai Family Kids Club and Shanghai United Family Healthcare to celebrate a night of fireworks and toffee apples galore.

6 - 9pm. Free. The British International School (Pudong Branch). Web: www.bisspudong.com.

E-mail: k-christie@bisspudong.com

8 – 10 November Twelfth Night Founder of health insurance consultancy company Expatmedicare and Shanghai-based mummy Margaret Ferte launched her new book last month, Expat Guide To Giving Birth In Shanghai, available to download for free at www.expatmedicare.com/ guide-giving-birth-shanghai.

Top Scores For Dulwich Students Two of Dulwich’s Year 12 students gained ‘Top In China’ awards for their recent IGSCE scores.

Madison Braun scored the highest mark in China in Drama while Helen Zha came out top in both English and French as a foreign language.

Concordia high school students perform a production of William Shakespeare’s classic play about romance, mistaken identities and debauchary.

7pm. RMB 100 adults; RMB 50 students.

Concordia International School Shanghai. Tel: 5899 0380. Web: www.concordiashanghai.org

17 November Annual Concordia Christmas Bazaar With over 150 vendors this year, be sure to bring some bags along to carry back all the Christmas goodies you’re bound to find at

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this year’s 10th annual bazaar. Be sure to take the kids to see Santa, too!

Every Sunday Sunday Brunch @ Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao

9.30am – 3pm. Concordia International School Shanghai. Tel: 5899 0380. Web: www. concordiashanghai.org

24 November Christmas Bazaar @ YCIS Yew Cheung International School Shanghai hosts its annual Christmas bazaar at its Gubei Campus with a wide range of vendors selling international foods, clothes and goodies.

10am – 2pm. Yew Cheung International School Shanghai (Gubei Branch). Tel: 6242 3243

28 November B&B Talk: Travelling With Small Children Dr Tyrone Bristol leads an informative discussion on how to help kids overcome jetlag, tears and agitation caused by longhaul flights. .

9.30 – 11.30am. RMB 100 includes breakfast.

Paulaner Brauhaus (Fenyang Lu Branch).

Web: www.bumpsbabes.com. E-mail: info@ bumpsbabes.com

Every Friday Kids’ Movie Night Children aged 18 months to 10 years can meet new friends while watching a familyfriendly flick at the Little Urban Center’s

Enjoy an indulgent Sunday with unlimited foie gras and American oysters, as well as vast helpings of Western and Asian food from the Essence buffet. For kids there’s a new play area, and they also get a Brunch passport, whereby if they collect ten stamps, they get a special gift.

12 - 3pm. Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao. Tel: 3323 6571. Web: www.hiltonshanghaihongqiao.com

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Talk is giving away one Sunday Brunch food voucher for two adults and one child (valued at RMB 1,100) for you and the family to enjoy!

For your chance to win, e-mail talkback@talk.ismaychina.com and answer the following question:

What word does not feature in this month’s wordsearch?

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ART & STAGE

Living Art Kerry Allen

Taiwanese artist Huang Zhiyang is exhibiting his first solo exhibition throughout November, as well as a collection of sculptures in Xintiandi. Talk met with Huang to discuss his works.

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ou may have walked around Xintiandi Style and wondered at the curious abstract, white sculptures both inside and outside the shopping mall. Like clouds, you might have contemplated these bizarre

formations, and tried to form an impression of what it is you’re seeing.

This was the effect that Huang Zhiyang was looking for when he created these public sculptures earlier this year, as part of his ‘Processing Numerous Peaks’ collection.

Huang, a Taiwanese artist and sculptor, who cites his influences as Chinese tradition and history, Buddhist philosophy and nature, has been making his debut in Shanghai these last two months with his first ever solo exhibition, ‘A Thousand Plateaus’, currently on display at the Art+Shanghai Gallery at North Bund.

His latest sculptures go outside of the ink and oil paintings that Huang has been more commonly known for in his hometown of Taipei; however, he emphasises that there is a common theme that runs across his pieces. “[In most ways] I’m a contemporary Chinese artist; I studied and use the technique of traditional ink painting. But my concepts are not a traditional way of thinking.”

Elaborating on this, he says, “With my paintings and my sculptures, the forms I create are the microorganisms that exist in qi; they are the relationships within people, between people and between things. [While] I am traditionally an ink painter, my paintings have developed from traditional ink paintings of scenery to using the method of traditional painting in more abstract landscapes.”

Huang also feels that there is an evolution of his work through the medium of his creations: from painting on paper, to silk, to canvas, to sculpture and to installation. “But the concepts remain the same,” he stresses.

“I want people to see what they want to see.

[With my sculptures], kids see animals, adults see mountains and abstract forms. In fact, no one is wrong.”

Discussing the processes involved in creating his ‘A Thousand Plateaus’ works, Huang says, “I paint on silk; I have a process of

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painting with ink and ink brushes, but I also do “action painting” with colour - more gestural – which is later mounted onto canvas. The actual technique involves the mixing of natural pigments and one painting will normally evolve over a month, sometimes longer.

“For my sculptures, it begins in my mind and then I put it on paper. After I’ve sketched what I want to create, I make a model out of clay and later the shape is carved into marble for my small sculptures and granite for my public sculptures.”

The response so far to Huang’s work has been positive, and he’s very enthusiastic about the reception that he’s been so far receiving in Shanghai. “Obviously I am very proud to have my own solo show. As an artist I always hope that people will like my work, but I do get apprehensive, I don’t know how people will interpret the concepts.

“The first morning after [my sculptures] were installed in Xintiandi, I returned to the site to find several children playing on them and their grandparents taking photos. This made me really happy.

“They are, after all, public artworks and I want people to interact with them, sit on them, touch them, play with them. To me public artwork should be living art.”

Huang Zhiyang’s first solo exhibition, ‘A Thousand Plateaus,’ will run until 25 November. Free. Art+Shanghai. Embarkment Building, 1F, 370 Bei Suzhou Lu, near Sichuan Bei Lu. Tel: 5608 6067. Web: www. artplusshanghai.com

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Meet the Qiang Miller Wey

Discover one of China’s lesser known minority groups by flying into Sichuan this November.

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he forested mountains of north-central Sichuan have long been far from the main centres of Chinese civilisation, and it is in this remote and rugged region that we find the Qiang, one of China’s 56 designated minority groups. The green and beautiful hillsides of the Upper Min River in the Aba Prefecture are dotted with fortress-like Qiang villages with their distinctive, stone-built watchtowers - some as high as 45 metres (150 ft) - that once served as defensive lookout points, protecting the villagers from Chinese, Tibetan or other Qiang aggressors.

Development in the region has made these once isolated Qiang communities much easier to reach, and with the Qiang New Year Festival coming up on 14th of this month, November is a great time to visit.

As a people, the Qiang have occupied the hills and valleys of the Upper Min River subsisting as farmers for centuries. The Chinese character 'Qiang' ( ), which dates back to the Shang Dynasty and depicts a man and a sheep, actually referred to a number of different groups until the government officially christened today’s Qiang with the name in the 1950s. With the distance between villages and the strong influence of both Han and Tibetan culture across the region, there is a great deal of disparity between Qiang dialects and village traditions. Still, despite this diversity, their broadly shared culture, language and geographic locale bind them together today under the shared label 'Qiang'.

In many ways, this has helped to preserve their identity as an ethnic group, but in others it has resulted in cultural homogenisation among different villages. For example, researchers have found Qiang elders in some areas of Aba that were not familiar with the concept of the Qiang New Year, the best known of the minority’s festivals. On the other hand, younger Qiang across the region have embraced this and other customs to imbue a stronger sense of group identity in response to the threat of assimilation by strong Han and Tibetan cultures that co-exist in northern Sichuan.

As with many of China’s ethnic minorities, the process of packaging up the Qiang culture into easily consumable bites for a mass market has already begun, with stage

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Happy Qiang New Year!

With villages scattered across the mountainsides and often vast spaces in between, the lack of contact between Qiang groups has resulted in a wide variety of dialects and some notable differences in culture, but one key tradition is shared by the majority of the Qiang today: their New Year celebrations. Taking place on the first day of the tenth month of the Chinese lunar calendar (this year on 14 November), the festival is said to have evolved from the ancient Ox King Festival also celebrated in the region.

shows of traditional song and dance in Aba’s towns and cities. Of course, a carefully contrived two hour dance show is nothing in comparison to the real thing. Head into the mountainous areas of Danba County to villages like Suopo and Taiping, where you’ll find the Qiang still living in their tightly packed abodes, in the shadow of protective stone towers. Standing up to three stories high, Qiang homes are predominately built of piled stones, with straw-covered space for animals on the first floor connected to the living quarters of the upper floors by ladders. Their pantheistic religion is known as Ruism and reveres a number of localised natural spirits.

Worship is led by a shaman or shibi and white stones are placed on the rooftops of dwellings, believed to bring a protective spirit into the home.

Qiang New Year is a time to give thanks to the heavens and pray for prosperity and social harmony, but it’s also a time to party! It’s a fascinating ceremony that begins with the solemn, ritual sacrifice of a goat by villagers clad in ceremonial dress.

Then, led by the village shaman beating a lambskin drum, the ceremony continues with lively singing, chanting, traditional dancing, and lots of the Qiang’s traditional barley liquor.

The 2008 Wenchuan Earthquake took a great toll on the Qiang community and in 2009, the Qiang New Year Festival was added to UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritages in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.

To discover the Qiang villages of Northern Sichuan, take a flight to Chengdu (roundtrip prices from RMB 1,210 + tax on Ctrip) where from there, it’s a nine hour bus ride to Danba.

Alternatively, make your way to Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong, other areas with a Qiang-Tibetan stronghold and incredible mountain scenery.

For tours of the region, check out http:// activities.english.ctrip.com/city/28-chengdutours Miller Wey 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. http://shanghai.talkmagazines.cn - Become a Talk Insider!

in water containing everything from wine or coffee, to fruit and Chinese herbs and teas. There’s also an enclosed, nude bathing area for those who want the fullon naturist experience.

The Interlaken OC also has a great deal of saunas, with the standard wooden sauna rooms giving way to specialised areas that release intoxicating scents into the air. One is vanilla-scented, another is filled with a thick medicinal fog containing Chinese medicine and there is also one with arctic ice theme.

Spring To Life This Winter

Alastair Dickie

Discover one of Shenzhen’s best kept secrets this autumn: a hot springs getaway in the beautiful Yantian District.

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inter can be a miserable time for expats in China.

Shops shut, buildings become ice-blocks and all-pervading mists weigh the smog clouds down to ground level.

Paradoxically, winter can get even worse in the South because of the lack of indoor heating, and so a lot of people flee to the balmier climates of Southeast Asia, not realising that they don’t need to shell out a load of cash to turn the heat back up.

Shenzhen is famous for its spa retreats and Queen Spa in downtown Luohu is

particularly renowned throughout the city and its surroundings. The rich and famous from Hong Kong like to head to Queen Spa for an indulgent getaway, and the booming market has resulted in the opening of a lot of independently run spas, and spa houses within five-star hotel chains across the region.

However, none perhaps compare to the less known hot springs enclosure within the Interlaken OCT Hotel. Way out in the Eastern District of Yantian, beyond the famous Wutong Mountain and further out into the countryside, lies a place that offers an experience like no other. Set

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against backdrops of stunning natural beauty, the hotel is home to a huge array of outdoor hot and cold springs.

For most of the year, spa-goers can be found hopping from pool to pool to keep cool, but when the winter cold rolls in, the outside pools take on an altogether different character.

Steam rises from the pools making the place take on an aura of mystic beauty.

Contoured paths snake their way through a beautifully landscaped scene; the greenery during the day time is absolutely stunning and what you inhale out in remote Yantian is, quite literally, a breath of fresh air.

The outdoor pools each contain a unique feature, allowing visitors to soak

As always, massage is never far away. Services range from basic foot massages (RMB 108 + 15%) to full, high-class therapies that can cost as much as RMB 6,000 + 15% for 90 minutes.

All in all, an absolutely stupendous way to beat those winter blues.

Queen Spa. Chunfeng Lu, Luohu District, Shenzhen. Tel: (755) 8215 8822 The Interlaken OCT Hotel. OCT East, Dameisha, Yantian district, Shenzhen.

Tel: (755) 8888 3333. Web: www. octeast.com

Price The initial ticket for the hot spring experience at the Interlaken OCT spa is RMB 158 + 15% (including a free fruit plate).

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Hong Kong:

Fitness Wonderland

Kyle Patrick Long

With the weather quickly reaching those less than bearable levels in Shanghai, it’s the perfect time to head south to enjoy a bit of the outdoors. After all, visa runs don’t have to be all about the consulate line and interminable airport delays; they can also be about taking some time out to work on your physique.

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ong Kong offers a range of outdoor activities that you might not expect from one of the world’s most densely populated cities. It may seem implausible, but that density coupled with Hong Kong’s stellar public transport infrastructure means that escaping the concrete can now be conveniently accessed from practically outside your hotel room door, whether you’re staying in Central or Kowloon.

Wakeboarding in Sai Kung It may be too cold at this time of year to take part in any water sports in Shanghai, however in Hong Kong, it’s the perfect temperature for getting out and hitting the water without having to worry about sunstroke.

Adrenaline addicts would do well to check out local wakeboarding company, Wake Fun, which takes visitors out on beautiful Master Craft boats

into areas around the fishing town of Sai Kung that most never come to explore. A driver comes included, meaning that you and a maximum of eight friends can enjoy the experience without worrying about equipment or who is going to be The Responsible One; you can all get out on the water and have some fun.

Rates start at HKD 900 per hour (RMB 735), with a twohour minimum on weekdays.

Wake Fun. Tel: (852) 9817 7555. Web: www.wake-board. com.hk

Bowen Road Jogging Path This shaded, paved path that snakes approximately two and a half miles through mid-levels, has a bit of a jungle feeling, but manages to offer some truly spectacular views over Central and Wan Chai.

It’s the type of nature trail you don’t expect to exist in the heart of Hong Kong, mostly shaded by trees with urban and forest views. But locals have been flocking to it for years, what with the uninterrupted setting providing a respite from stop-and-go city jogging.

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The path itself is quite flat, making it a great starting point for casual joggers, however there are plenty of interwoven side paths and roads to add-on if you’re looking for a more adventurous workout. Locals know and love this path, and there’s no reason that tourists shouldn’t be let in on the secret as well, no matter your fitness level.

To find it, start at the Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Garden in Central (which is well sign-posted) and follow Magazine Gap Road east until it branches slightly off to Bowen Road.

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Buddha Hike at Lantau Island The biggest island in Hong Kong, Lantau Island, is a great full day escape from the urban bustle of central Hong Kong, and at its peak, houses some rather impressive tourist attractions.

One of these is one of the world’s largest seated, bronze-casted Buddha, the Tian Tan Buddha, a 34 metre tall statue with a hollow centre.

Most visitors take a cable car ride to the top of the island (HK 23; RMB 18), which offers impressive views of the surrounding area, all from the seated comfort of your

private crystal-bottom pod. But for those looking for a bit more of an adventure, a hike to or from the Buddha is entirely possible, although not for the faint of heart.

The route is roughly three and a half miles, and can be done in either direction. To hike, start at either the top of the gondola near the “village” of touristy shops, or at the bottom from the main exit at the Tung Chung subway station, depending on how adventurous you’re feeling.

Hong Kong is teeming with trails, and should you get tired along the way, there is almost always a minibus stop just around the corner waiting to take you back to Central or Kowloon.

For more info on the exact Lantau route and other HK hiking trails: http://hikehongkong.blogspot.com

Where to Stay The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong Occupying the upper sixteen floors of the International Commerce Centre in West Kowloon, the Ritz has some seriously valuable real estate in the sky. And although a

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workout up the stairs to a room on the 100th plus floor isn’t allowed, the fitness centre on the 118th floor definitely suffices. Here you’ll find the highest swimming pool and gym in the world, and there’s also a space for yoga or tai chi on the adjoining outdoor terrace. It’s not quite high enough to worry about altitude sickness, but it’s almost hard to focus on staying on your treadmill with such impressive views from the floor-to-ceiling windows.

you may want to splurge and ask for the Club Level Harbour View room to take advantage of the spectacular setting, not to mention the exclusive cocktail and food presentations served throughout the day in the level 116 club lounge.

The rooms are everything you’d expect from the Ritz: luxurious, with a smart use of space and a keen attention to detail, not to mention the outstanding views. And a stay in the Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong isn’t complete without heading to the top floor Ozone Bar, the highest bar in the world, with an indoor/outdoor layout that allows for an intoxicating drink with your head in the clouds. It’s a place to be seen, and as long as you can allow yourself to feel rewarded after a well spent workout, there’s even more reason to stay and enjoy a few inventive, well-mixed cocktails.

Cosmo Hotel Hong Kong

Standard room rates start at HKD 4,500 per night (RMB 3,700), but

Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong. 1 Austin Road, West Kowloon, Hong Kong.

Tel: (852) 2263 2263. Web: www. ritzcarlton.com/en/properties/ hongkong

For a hotel in close reach of Central, the Cosmo Hotel Hong Kong is a decent (and affordable) choice.

Located right next door to its big brother, The Cosmopolitan, Cosmo prefers to be a bit more boutique, hipper, and edgier. Rooms are quite small, but space is used well here; the central location is the trade off for the room size to keep the price decent at this four star hotel. As an added perk, there’s also a common outdoor patio that provides the perfect quiet place to relax after a long day of working out, with free wi-fi.

The Cosmo Hotel is within walking distance of all the Causeway Bay attractions, including the Happy Valley Jockey Club and Hong Kong Football Club. Quick, complimentary shuttle is also provided into the commercial Times Square every ten minutes, if you want to spoil yourself with some retail therapy after a long day’s workout.

Cosmo Hotel Hong Kong. 375-377 Queen's Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong. Tel: (852) 3552 8388.

Web: www.cosmohotel.com.hk

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South China Reviews Every month, Talk Magazine previews some of the newest restaurants and bars hitting the South China scene. This month, travel writer Alastair Dickie headed to Guangzhou to check out the city’s latest openings.

FG Fine Foods Restaurant What: Minimalist Italian restaurant in the heart of Guangzhou Where: Bldg 63, Linhe Zhong Lu, Tianhe District, Guangzhou. Tel: (20) 6288 6040 How Much: Breakfasts RMB 10 upwards; main meals RMB 42 upwards; pizzas RMB 32 upwards Why: Top quality Western food at insanely low prices Built into a row of shops and restaurants behind the “water wall” just down from Guangzhou Railway Station, Fine Foods is a perfectly executed exercise in

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minimalism: glass walls, neat little tables and an open plan kitchen. Minimalism also extends to the portion sizes, though the restaurant does a sterling job of packing a great deal of flavour into its food-on-the-go. For breakfast, the Prosciutto and Scrambled Eggs (RMB 35), served either on toast or in a wrap, and the Marinated Salmon Gravlax (RMB 40) are both dishes that go down an absolute treat. For lunch, there’s a vast range of pizza and pasta dishes, including the Deep Dish Beef Bolognese Lasagne (RMB 52), Shiitake Mushroom Risotto (RMB 48) and the Zucchini, Asparagus, Lemon and Sweet Pepper Fettuccini (RMB 48), all of which this reviewer happily demolished and found rather delicious.

As with all things however, there is some room for improvement; the service was a little perfunctory and my elbows became intimately acquainted with those of the diner sitting on the small and awkwardly cramped tables adjacent to me. Still, overall, especially once the staggeringly inexpensive price-tags are factored in, Fine Foods is a must visit for people passing through Guangzhou and the perfect stop off point for fuelling up before more extensive travelling.

Alastair Dickie

Hooley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant What: A small corner of Old Country charm in the Guangzhou sprawl Where: 8 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District, Guangzhou.

Tel: (20) 3886 2675 How Much: Draft beers RMB 30 upwards; whiskeys and spirits RMB 40 upwards; cider RMB 60 upwards, main meals RMB 45 upwards.

Why: An authentic local experience in an inauthentic setting.

In this writer’s honest, humble and painstakingly considered opinion, “local” is one of the 21st century’s most misappropriated words. In modern international parlance, the word is swung around with a similar level of care a ganbei-happy Party official might afford his baijiu glass at a post-banquet KTV binge.

Portmanteaus like “glocal” crop up with distressing frequency, and almost every company goes to great lengths to boast of their superior “local knowledge.” To anyone from the Anglosphere, however, a “local” is a hallowed, sacrosanct and inviolable watering hole to which people quietly slink off after a bad week (morning, afternoon, year…) for a bit of R&R. Enter Hooley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant.

Squatting on a fairly non-descript street, yet still within the heart of Guangzhou, Hooley’s has managed to recreate an old-fashioned local pub atmosphere in what is

otherwise a somewhat uninspiring neighbourhood. Spread over two floors, the pub manages to capture the real heart and soul of an Irish bar (as opposed to the Disney-like mockups favoured so often in most Chinese cities) with requisite wood features, green leather furnishings, assorted bric-a-brac lining the shelves and the familiar aromatic blend of spilled beer, meals and that hard-to-pinpoint lived-in smell.

Drinks are plentiful and well priced: Carlsberg and Tiger draft are RMB 30, Kilkenny and Murphy’s Stout are RMB 60, assorted whiskeys and spirits range upwards of RMB 40 and a special RMB 100 gets you a metre of beer (five pints in a metre-long tray).

The food also proved enjoyable: the Beef Tenderloin Steak (RMB 95) was juicily succulent, the Chicken Tikka Massala (RMB 65) was well-spiced and flavourful and the Triple-Cheese Lasagne Bolognese (RMB 95) was the most enjoyable coronary-on-a-plate I’ve managed to keep down.

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Food For Thought Melissa K Trias

Every month, our dining columnist 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 November.

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Shook!

ovember looks to be a particularly bountiful month with a host of new beginnings, appointments and festivities.

David Laris’ The Fat Olive has ignited its Mediterranean fire with two new locations: one in Puxi (Silver Court Building, 6F, 228 Xizang Nan Lu, near Huaihai Dong Lu) and one in Pudong (688 Biyun Lu, near Lan'an Lu).

And a host of new, sexy chefs have come on board some of our favourite fine dining venues this month, including Chef De Cuisine Dieter Stamminger at Hyatt on the Bund’s VUE, and Executive Chef Weimar Gomez at The Four Seasons Pudong.

San Franciscan heart-stealer, Jack London (24F, 12 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, near Jinling Lu) also welcomed the arrival of a new Executive Chef: two time Michelin Star Chef Lukas Ziesel, formerly of Shanghai’s Park Hyatt.

Ziesel has introduced some delicious changes to the finedining restaurant menu with four new scrummy dishes (ranging from RMB 80 - 350) including the Raw, Marinated Lamb in Chilli Pumpkin Stock, a fantastic flavoursome dish in preparation of those long, winter months.

Just a short walk down the Bund, Shook! (5-6F, 23 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu), likewise has a new Executive Chef onboard, Matthew Ona, formerly of Kathleen’s 5. With a completely revamped vision in mind, Chef Ona has worked the menu to include new Pan-Asian themed dishes such as the Spicy Lemongrass Broth (RMB 118), Pan-Seared New England Scallops (RMB 158) and the off-the-menu Grouper (RMB 588).

In promotional news, Pasta Fresca Da Salvatore, has

Jack London

a new Pizza Monday deal at its Hengshan Lu location (4 Hengshan Lu, near Dongping Lu). Guests can eat as much freshly-made pizza as they want for only RMB 58 per person, with free-flow Italian Prosecco or Spumante thrown in to add to the craziness.

Sushi Abuse (2F, 98 Yanping Lu, near Xinzha Lu) also has a special deal for oyster addicts with its eponymous Oyster Addicts dish (RMB 118), serving fresh fare flown in from France (try saying that five times fast)! We tried it and think it’s, hands down, the best deal on oysters you can find in the city without sacrificing your breakfast and lunch meals just to afford dinner. Aphrodisiac hunters, take note.

A couple of wine bars on the radar this month are Burdigala (550 Wuding Lu, near Shaanxi Bei Lu) and Enoterra (53-57 Anfu Lu, near Wulumuqi Zhong Lu), both offering buy-one-get-one free deals on tapas. We think it’s an opportune time to wine and dine in Shanghai, don’t you think?

And with Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s only right that we mention Bloc (Bldg 139, 19 Changle Lu, near Ruijin Yi Lu)’s Thanksgiving meal, available in-house or delivered to your party. The in-house dinner buffet (RMB 280 per person) includes a smoked ham hock and chicken gumbo with sassafras, jalapeño cornbread stuffing and pumpkin pie with maple Chantilly cream. The delivery dinner (RMB 1,980, serves six to eight people) is equally satiating with its menu of a roast turkey, sausage and mushroom stuffing, rocket salad, candied yams, honey glazed carrots, roasted parsnip and pumpkin pie. If you’re anything like us, you’re already placing your order for a lip-smacking feast!

Best Bite: Thai Gallery Kerry Allen

Shanghai’s most voracious dining editors scour the city for the best bite of the month

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ith the temperature rapidly dropping, we’re trading our light, summer appetites in for something more substantial this month, and the spicy flavours of a green curry never fail to hit the spot. Still, a flight to Bangkok might for most be out of the question, but a restaurant that offers a great taste of Taiguo is Jing’an’s Thai Gallery, which retains being as pleasant a dining experience as it was when I first visited a couple of years ago (and on every occasion in between).

With two floors of ample table and chabudi cushion seating, Thai Gallery still remains one of the most intimate places in town to dine at, whether you’re looking for a nice place to bring a date, or to wind down with some friends over a glass of wine and some good quality soul food.

The prices are pretty reasonable as well, with a main course of creamy Green Chicken Curry served with basil leaves and lime (RMB 75), and a bowl of Steamed White Rice (RMB 6) not quite breaking the RMB 100 barrier. Still, with the wonderfully rich and spicy flavours of this signature Thai dish, we’d advocate hanging on to a piece of summer and forking out a little bit more to enjoy your meal alongside a refreshing glass of Mango in Coconut Milk (RMB 35).

After all, with cold and flu season once again round the corner, you’d do well to start building up your immune system and making sure that you get your five a day.

RMB 75.Thai Gallery. Bldg 1, 127 Datian Lu, near Beijing Xi Lu. Tel: 6217 9797

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New & Noted Capo

Melissa K Trias

What: A rustic cookhouse within an almost sanctified setting.

Where: Yifeng Galleria, 5F, 77 Beijing Dong Lu, near Yuanmingyuan Lu. Tel: 5308 8332. Web: www.caposhanghai.com Why: Order aged Australia-sourced meat from the Butcher’s Cut menu and you’ll thank us later.

Capo, the newest restaurant by celebrated chef Enzo Carbone, serves food to Shanghai in the most dramatic of dining settings. The dimly lit ambiance seems to be a serious take on the Catholic chapel: walls are adorned with exposed brick and mortar, the chairs are reminiscent of church pews and religious paintings can be seen throughout the venue.

And, although they are not yet open to the public, the presence of ambiguous dark corridors hints that there may be something more enticing here to come.

Carbone has focused his attention on the two most desired features of his menu: the meat, which is grilled in an exposed, twin-wood and charcoal-fired stove, and the seafood, which is prepared in a handsome bar. According to Carbone, the meat is specifically sourced from Australia

to ensure that the animals were raised free of growth hormones or antibiotics. With such attention to quality, we made sure to include the Top Sirloin (Rump Cap) (RMB 398 for 200g; RMB 588 for 300g) within our order. The aged character of the meat was an exemplary show of culinary craftsmanship that could only be delivered with dutiful care.

Although Capo prides itself on its delicious range of meats, the vegetable side dishes also deserve some necessary attention. We very much enjoyed the Sautéed Spinach in Fiorentina Style (RMB 38 for small; RMB 58 for large), topped with a poached egg, and the Napolitana Braised Scarola with Black Gaeta Olives & Capers (RMB 38 for small; RMB 58 for large).

For dessert, Capo offers the Degustation Plate for two (RMB 108), from which we most enjoyed the chocolate salami because of its crunchy, nutty texture in a slice of sinfully dark chocolate (not available a la carte). We were recommended the Ruffino, Orvieto Class DOC Bianco, 2010 (RMB 78 per glass; RMB 388 per bottle), which perfectly enhanced the flavour of our entire dinner experience.

Larder Bar and Grill

Melissa K Trias

Isola Bar & Grill

Melissa K Trias

What: Exquisite seafood dishes set against the backdrop of Shanghai’s signature skyline Where: 4F, ifc Mall, 8 Shiji Dadao, near Lujiazui Huan Lu. Tel: 5012 1277. Web: www. isolashanghai.com Why: Fresh oysters from French waters should be the newest in guilty pleasures Having already established a reputation for sumptuous, authentic Italian fare in Hong Kong, Isola has hit the mainland with an equally remarkable restaurant in Lujiazui’s ifc Mall.

Currently the new Isola boasts over 1,000 square metres of dining space with an overzealous view of the Pearl Tower that weekend brunch fanatics will be smitten with (RMB 138; RMB 188 includes a la carte main course). And as fine dining goes, the food also does a lot to impress.

The interior is best described as minimalistic, with abstract works of art and

Saicaf

photographs of industrial machines dotted around the venue, creatively combining the beauty and rawness of modernity.

And if in this pristine sitting you’re looking to taste the best that Isola has to offer, the Premium Menu (RMB 798) makes for a superb choice. Sip on Prosecco Belstar Bisol (RMB 78 per glass; RMB 318 per bottle) as you dine on a five-course meal of oysters, pasta and fish.

The appetiser of Ostriche Gillardeau con Aria di Pistacchio - or oysters served with pistachio as they’re otherwise known - (RMB 268, a la carte), is particularly delightful as the shells still maintain the flavour of the sea even after their long journey from France.

Just as exciting is the main course of Calamaro Ripieno Infarinato al Pistacchio, stuffed squid with pistachio (RMB 158, a la carte). The elegant presentation succeeds in bringing out the colourful marriage between land and sea fare on a plate.

And the da coda al fine to Isola’s pistachio laced meal comes in the form of Semiffredo al Croccante di Pistacchio (RMB 88), a luscious dessert dish that revisits the essence of the pistachio alongside wellpaired coconut and pineapple flavours.

Melissa K Trias

What: A pretty pastel coffee shop serving Italian soul food Where: 35 Shaanxi Nan Lu, near Jinxian Lu. Tel: 3209 3298. Web: www.saicaf.cn Why: To sip gourmet Italian coffee while unwinding with a good book

What: Western comfort food in a comfortably chic ambiance.

Where: Taikang Terrace. 3F, 171 Jianguo Zhong Lu, near Ruijin Er Lu. Tel: 3469 3857. Web: www.larderbarandgrill.com Why: An Australian supper of charred veal and sweetbreads is meant to be shared among good company.

Larder may be a new restaurant in the fancy wing of Taikang Terrace, but if you’ve lived in Shanghai for a while, you may notice an air of familiarity in the taste of its cuisine upon your first visit. The reason for this is because Larder is a project of experienced chef Steve Baker, whose prior success with fine dining venues such as Xintiandi’s T8 have leant him a commendable reputation on the Shanghai foodie scene. Teaming up with the equally talented Lex Hauser (formerly of M on the Bund and the Purple Onion) Baker has created an endearing restaurant rooted in the fundamentals of good eats from down under that unlike a lot of restaurants in the region, manages not to break the bank.

Simple yet impressive, Larder provides ample seating for guests and their friends

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to enjoy a selection of light lunchbreak nibbles, like the BBQ Eggplant Salad (RMB 12 per piece) and Warm Goats Cheese With Honey Onion Jam (RMB 18 per piece). The light dishes using fresh, locally sourced greens also proved particularly noteworthy, including the Asparagus, Balsamic & Parmesan (RMB 32).

For a more signature hearty meat/fish option. The Grilled Ocean Trout, served with fresh fennel & mint (RMB 128) comes served as a fantastically generous portion that is more than enough to satisfy a hungry belly, looking for a full, evening meal.

Still, it’s the dessert options at Larder that prove the most exciting, and the Dessert Plate (RMB 42 per person; pictured) featuring an assortment of minis including the Pavlova, Fresh Fruit & Cream (RMB 48, a la carte), Mascarpone Crème Brulee (RMB 52, a la carte) and Flourless Chocolate Cake With Butterscotch and Berries (RMB 52, a la carte) proved a fiendish treat.

Hushed and a bit off the beaten path of the Tianzifang crowd, Larder is a prime spot for an affordable, honest dinner.

Saicaf Café, a long established coffee shop in Italy, has set up shop in the corner of Shaanxi Nan Lu and Jinxian Lu, turning the once vacant lot into a bustling thoroughfare for coffee lovers.

The interior design of Saicaf reflects insightful planning, as there are stools for solo sitters, tables for two or three, booths for plenty and long tables for an entourage of friends. The generous space and vintage-inspired interior design are among Saicaf ’s most distinctive elements, which could win over the hearts of those who believe that a café should be more than a ‘stop and go’ type of venue. We can imagine that guests will particularly find Saicaf a convenient spot to mosey their bums with a good book, after perusing the nearby Garden Bookstore, located only a block away.

Saicaf ’s main offering is gourmet coffee prepared in special methods derived from specific regions of Italy, such as the Espressino (RMB 22) from Bari and the Marocchino (RMB 28) from Turin. Our particular favourite was the cold version of the Caffè del Nonno (RMB 32), a rich martini

glass of coffee topped with a cloud of thick, whipped cream with a cheeky mix of lemon and chocolate flavourings.

Saicaf also does food, and the Caprese Salad (RMB 65) was particularly notable with its fresh greens, served with mozzarella alongside basil and plump cherry tomatoes. For those craving a more substantial dish, we recommend the Ravioli in Mushroom Sauce (RMB 45) with its soft, oval pillows filled with cheese and spinach.

Well peppered and crispy along the edges, the plate was literally bursting with flavours of mushroom in the ravioli as well as in the sauce.

At the top of our list in the dessert section sits the Latte Alla Menta (Mint Latte; RMB 28), which we advocate sipping while nibbling on Chocolate Bignes (RMB 8 per piece), Mousse Chocolate (RMB 12) and Mango Macaroons (RMB 18, three pieces).

The petite desserts make it easy to convince yourself that you should try them all—which would not be a bad idea, in our opinion.

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Camelia

Kerry Allen

What: French meets Japanese in a sophisticated fine-dining setting Where: Four Seasons Hotel Pudong. 1F, 210 Shiji Dadao, near Pucheng Lu. Tel: 2036 8888. Web: www. fourseasons.com/pudong Why: To bond with your business colleagues in the latest Lujiazui has to offer When I first learnt of the Four Season’s new French and Japanese restaurant, I was obviously more than curious to see what it had to offer. After all, French and Japanese are not two cuisines that you would in any shape or form, ever think to pair with each other. However, on arriving at Camelia, I learnt that this new fine dining restaurant is a French and Japanese restaurant, and meals are not a fusion between the two. This actually proves a good idea when you think about it, as the fast, cold sushi and sashimi dishes are a great quick lunch option for busy Lujiazui office workers, with larger meat and

seafood options for those who have a bit more time to spend (particularly in the evenings when the seductive red hues of Camelia make it a great place to entertain).

There are business set lunches as well, and RMB 138 + 15% (RMB 188% + 15% includes helpings from the buffet) will get you an appetiser, dessert, and a choice from one of six main courses. These include Western options like the Roasted Lamb Rack and the Wild Mushroom Risotto, as well as dishes with a distinctive Asian influence, such as the Wonton Soup with Egg Noodles and Vegetables.

For an evening meal, the seafood, meat and poultry offerings from the French a la carte menu are particularly exciting. The Roasted Black Cod with Watermelon and Crunchy Vanilla Vegetables (RMB 218 + 15%) was a wonderfully refreshing healthy dish, a nice, light alternative for those who find themselves often ordering a salad. For something a bit heavier, the Smoked and Roasted Lobster with “Risotto-Style” Eggplant (RMB 488 + 15%) and the “Camelia Style” Angus Beef Tartare with French Fries (RMB 278 + 15%) were both rich portions of quality produce yielding very full and satisfied customers, wondering if they had just that extra little bit of room for dessert.

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Just Desserts: Sir Elly’s Kerry Allen

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ith talented French chef David Chauveau now on board at Sir Elly’s Restaurant, a range of exciting new dinner options abound at the Peninsula Hotel’s much loved fine dining venue. Chauveau, who has worked at Michelin star restaurants under the likes of Marco Pierre White and Jean Christophe Novelli, brings with him a wealth of experience in creating culinary masterpieces, and, as this reviewer found, delivers on each and every one of his a la carte courses with supremely artistic presentation and top quality ingredients.

Of particular note is his Cherry Almond Panacotta (pictured), a sour

cherry sorbet dessert served with crushed amaretto cookie, that is a particularly delightful treat to round off a dining experience at Sir Elly’s. An explosion of fresh, fruity flavours mixed with the crunchy texture of amaretto biscuit, this dessert, paired with an after dinner espresso more than satiates that sweet tooth and is the perfect way to spoil yourself after a tireless shopping spree along the Bund. Ladies, take note; this is one for you.

RMB 119 + 15%. Sir Elly’s Restaurant in The Peninsula. 13F, The Peninsula, 32 Zhongshan Bei Lu, near Beijing Xi Lu. Tel: 2327 6756

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Second Helping: Pane e Vino Melissa K Trias

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.

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ane e Vino, one of Talk’s favourite Italian food restaurants, has recently moved house to the swanky digs of Sinan Mansions—to which we enthusiastically approve. While keeping the humble charm of its former Maoming Lu location intact, the new Pane e Vino has also managed to improve upon minor shortcomings, namely its limited space. The new floor plan includes a main dining room, a bar, an outside patio and an entire second floor, complete with a balcony.

This is wonderful news for frequent guests who have yearned for ample seating in the past.

In regards to the interior decoration, not much has changed.

Chef and Owner, Antonio Sciaraffa, chooses to keep his furnishings classically simple with brightly painted walls adorned with paintings of his homeland. Having lived in Shanghai for almost twenty years now, his clientele of loyal

guests allow him to be impervious to the pressure of generating hype with smoke and mirrors; for him, it is all about the food.

Moving to Sinan Mansions has not affected the menu in the slightest, and it’s comforting to know that dishes like the Carpaccio of Beef (RMB 93), served with capers, fresh basil, sun-dried tomatoes and arugula are as appetising as we remembered them to be. To boot, the Pizza Margherita (RMB 121) with provola and mozzarella cheese, tomato, mushrooms, pancetta and herbs still boasts eight pieces of delectableness that only a Southern Italian-styled pizza can deliver, and the Chargrilled Australian Wagu 200g Rib Eye Steak (RMB 335), flavoured with rosemary, arugula and parmesan with roasted herbed potatoes, is still worth every last yuan.

But if the tried and true sounds a bit dull for your taste buds, Sciaraffa does offer an ‘off the menu’ selection that

varies according to the seasonal ingredients he can obtain.

When we visited, the Squid Ink Rigatoni Pasta (RMB 134) was one of the dishes on offer. To our delight, this secret serving was an impressive work of pitch-black rigatoni coated in a thin and slightly salty cream sauce. A glass of the accompanying house white A5 Isola Del Sole (RMB 48 per glass; RMB 240 per bottle) provided the necessary tartness to reaching full satiation.

For dessert we couldn’t resist finishing with the iconic vanilla custard also known as the Crema Brulée (RMB 61), which still hits our sweet spot every time.

Pane e Vino. Sinan Mansions, Block 33, 47 Fuxing Xi Lu, near Sinan Lu. Tel: 5465 2177

Share & Compare: Singapore Noodles Calum McCaffery

Now that those summer months are behind us, it’s more important than ever to indulge yourself so as not to suffer those winter blues. And seeing as the best of us can’t hop on a plane and head for warmer climates, Talk decided to bring Singapore to Shanghai, sampling some of the best Singapore Noodles this city has to offer.

Orchard CRC

It may be a small joint, but provided you can secure a seat, the Orchard CRC is a great little place to enjoy a fine quality Singaporean noodle dish. The Beef Singapore Noodles play centre stage here, coming served with generous helpings of beef, mixed vegetables and chilli, adding an extra kick to a dish already well seasoned with curry powder. The green peppers also go a long way towards adding sufficient flavour to your bowl, making it even spicier. Still, this might be a bit much for some people; these noodles mean business, and are not for the faint of heart.

RMB 42. Orchard CRC Restaurant & Pub. 1788 Xinzha Lu, near Jiaozhou Lu. Tel: 6218 1792

Singapore Cuisine

Sometimes a restaurant just needs to tell it plain and simple; this is very much the case where Singapore Cuisine is concerned. The no-frills noodles served at this place come with a few chunks of chicken served with a spattering of vegetables including the signature bean sprouts, spring onions and pak choi. Still, it’s the ample amount of green and red chilli peppers that constitute most of the spicy flavour of this dish. Which perhaps proves just as well; once you’ve finished all the meat and veggies, the leftover noodles themselves are pretty bland.

RMB 50. Singapore Cuisine. 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Tongren Lu. Tel: 5298 6126

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Amazing Grace

Amazing Grace is not an easy place to find, but once you do, you find yourself in for quite a nice surprise. The cosy interior in itself makes it an enjoyable place to enjoy a light lunch, and the noodles on the menu are perhaps as good as they come, short of catching the next flight to Singapore.

Compared to the other restaurants the service is a bit slow, but their stir-fried noodles prove well worth the wait. Served with hearty chunks of beef, the noodles here are delightful, very flavoursome and come well accompanied with a substantial portion of fresh vegetables. Enjoyed alongside a nice cool drink, this reviewer found himself greedily finishing off every last veggie in his bowl.

RMB 38. Amazing Grace. Unit 105, Block 16, 388 Hongzhong Lu, near Chenjiaqiao Lu. Tel: 138 1819 3312

Winner!

Talk finds Amazing Grace’s Singapore Noodles the winner. As well as being the best value for money, the plentiful servings at this restaurant proved a step above the rest.

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hina’s annual Food and Hospitality Expo is back for its 16th consecutive year, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever before. hina’s annual Food and Hospitality Expo is back for its 16th consecutive year, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever before.

Once again taking place at the Shanghai International Expo Centre (SNIEC), Pudong, and occupying over 50,000 square metres with international food, wine, tea, coffee , meat , ice cream and every type of fresh and processed food and beverage. The FHC Expo promises to offer a delicious experience for anyone who is looking to expand their culinary horizons.

1,500 companies are participating this year from over 70 different countries. FHC manages in just three days to offer a united nations of global food and beverage industries with 47 country and regional pavilions exhibiting. Visitors are spoilt for choice on the different activities to choose from as the Expo offers a wide variety of competitions, seminars and tutorials, covering everything from food, meet , coffee and ice cream to wine .

For food and wine professionals or just devout connoisseurs of the trade, FHC prides itself with organising a high standard of culinary competitions, events and seminars all designed to attract the specialist occupations within the food, hospitality and retail sectior.

The 14th FHC China International Culinary Arts Competition, for example, is the largest cooking competition of international cuisine in China, with 300 chefs competing over 14 different categories. There is also the Gourmet Team Challenge, which involves teams of chefs from Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Shanghai, Beijing and Tianjin, who compete together to create a gala lunch for 120 invited guests. Other exciting events include the

Wine and Spirits Events • The Wine Revolution in China – the most prestigious conference for the wine industry in China. 14 November

China pizza competition, tutorials from Carpigiani at the gelato university and the exciting UBC event , the Ultimate Barista Challenge.

The dedicated Wine and Spirits China hall will also peak oenophiles’ interest, with more than 400 companies from 20 leading wine-producing nations on show. Within the Wine & Spirits hall, visitors can experience the ProWine Tasting Zone, which offers the opportunity to taste over 300 different wines from Mondus Vini competition. Wine distributor who joined Wine Distributor’s Club are offered complementary hospitality and business services in the exclusive club lounge.

One of the main attractions in this year’s will be the Wine Revolution in China Conference, considered to be the most prestigious conference for the wine-making industry ever hosted in China, with world renowned industry speakers including Michel Rolland, Aurelio Montes, Steve Spurrier and Gerard Basset.

The 2012 China Sommeliers Wine & Spirits Challenge offers China’s only ”blind tasting “ wine competition by Chinese sommeliers supported by international master sommeliers .

FHC China and Wine & Spirits China is open to all food industry professionals, retailers, supermarkets, caterers, importers and distributors.

Guests can easily avoid long queues by preregistering free of charge online at http://www. fhcchina.com . Pre-registration will be closed on 9 November. All visitors are required to present business cards and to be properly attired in business wear.

FHC is back with event more "Food Glorious Food," and welcomes all food and wine professionals from 14 - 16 of November.

• ProWine Tasting Zone. A first opportunity in China to taste over 300 wines from the world famous Mundus Vini wine competition in Germany. 14-16 November • China Sommeliers Wine & Spirits Challenge 10-12 November, results displayed in Distributor’s Club from 14 November.

• Wine Distributor’s Club. 14-16 November • China National Wine Services Team Final.

15-16 November • Wine Theatre and Wine Education Seminars. 14-16 November • Magnum Dinner. Guests will include over 250 sommeliers, hoteliers, wine press, distributors and exhibitors. Tickets costs RMB 1,200 and can be booked with Karin Farmberger at farnberger@wmhoch3.at 14 November

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Culinary Tutorials, Seminars and Competitions • 14th FHC China International Culinary Arts Competition 14-16 November • Gourmet Team Challenge Gala Lunch 14 November / Great Chefs of Shanghai Gala Chinese Lunch 15 November • Carpigiani Gelato University 14-16 November • Chinese Pizza Competition 14-16 November • Butchers training & specialist meat zone 14 – 15 November • AHTEC, Hospitality technology exhibition and conference 14 – 15 November • UBC (Ultimate Barista Challenge) 1416 November • 3rd Professional Coffee Cupping Tutorial and Challenge 15 November • Coffee Roasting Seminar 14 – 15 November

FHC China 2012

• BOGARI – The creative & fascinating drink show 14-16 November • Olive Oil display and seminar 14-16 November • Importer and distributor zone 14-16 November

Dates & Times

Organiser

Wednesday 14 November – Thursday 15 November, 9.30am – 5pm.

Friday 16 November, 9.30am – 4pm.

China International Exhibitions Ltd. Tel: 6209 5209. Fax: 6209 5210. E-mail: fhc@ chinaallworld.com

Venue

Admission

Shanghai New International Exhibition Centre (SNIEC), Huamu Lu Visitor Lobby No 3 Entrance.

Halls N3 – N5, E6 – E7

The exhibition is only open to trade & business visitors. NO person under the age of 18 will be admitted. All visitors must be properly attired & present business card on arrival.

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DINING OUT

Seasonal: Hairy Crabs

Robyn Hughes

Hairy crab season is here once again! Running from now until the end of December, it’s the perfect time to get out and try one of Shanghai's most famous seasonal dishes.

Renaissance Zhongshan Park At the Renaissance Zhongshan Park, the Celadon restaurant's Chef Song has put together a menu showcasing not only the signature seasonal specialty but a wide variety of other crab dishes as well.

Served on niangao (gluttinous rice) with an aromatic sauce, the Shanghai-style Hairy Crab (RMB 98) proved itself a delicious dish, with flavourful and succulent meat. A personal highlight, however, was the Indian Crab Meat Curry (RMB 228), an entire Alaskan crab served in Indian curry sauce with just the right amount of spice.

The other crab delicacies on offer did not fail to please either. As an appetiser the Snow Crab Cakes (RMB 180) could

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not be beaten; during our tasting, no sooner were they put on the table than they had been devoured. The Soft Shell Crab with Yellow Curry (RMB 160) suffered a similar fate.

Still, for those who are perhaps a little intimidated by the thought of eating crab either it is your first time with shellfish or you just don't want to make a mess (and believe me, hairy crab is messy eating) - special mention should be made of the Snow Crab Pizza (RMB 118). Featuring chunks of tender crab meat with cheese and rocket on a crispy, thin base, it is the perfect introduction to the Renaissance's crabstravaganza.

appeal to lovers of all things avocado.

No traditional hairy crab feast would be complete without a healthy feast of accompaniments and the steamed Xiao Longbao with Crabmeat (RMB 118, six pieces) were a distinct favourite. They were beautifully cooked, tender and full of exceptional flavour and texture.

Fairmont Peace Hotel. 20 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. Tel: 6321 6888.

Web: www.fairmont.com/peacehotel

Did you know?

Shanghai hairy crabs, also known as Chinese mitten crabs, are so named because of their mitten-like hairy claws.

They are prized by gourmets for their tender meat and the creamy crab roe of the females is particularly popular.

Renaissance Zhongshan Park.

1018 Changning Lu, near Huichuan Lu. Tel: 6115 8888. Web: www. renaissancezhongshanpark.com

Fairmont Peace Hotel For a taste of traditional hairy crab, the Fairmont Peace Hotel has some delightful offerings at their Chinese restaurant, Dragon Phoenix. Put together by Chinese Master Chef 's Steven Liu working with Chef Xu, the menu features classic steamed hairy crab sourced fresh from Yangcheng Lake (RMB 438 for males; RMB 488 for females) as well as some Western inspired new recipes.

One particular favourite in our tasting was the Braised Asparagus and Crab Roe (RMB 178, small; RMB 358, large). The delicate flavours of the asparagus and crab roe were a wonderful compliment to each other and the dish was light and fresh.

Similarly, the Braised Avocado and Crabmeats (RMB 178, small; RMB 358, large) was enjoyed, an inspired twist on the old crab recipes. The meat and avocado have been diced together with mushrooms in a light and balanced dish that is sure to

Other places to try hairy crab Fairmont Yangcheng Lake

Guoman Hotel Shanghai

Having long established itself as one of the go-to destinations for Shanghai’s most prized hairy crabs, the Fairmont Yangcheng Lake’s offerings are a hefty 250g minimum weight (even though hairy crabs typically are between 180 – 250 grams) from the deep, cold waters of Yangcheng Lake and served at the Yi Feng Court restaurant.

Throughout November, the Guoman Hotel Shanghai is hosting a hairy crab buffet featuring a wide selection of delightful hairy crab dishes. Every diner will be given a whole steamed 150g hairy crab and will be able to take advantage of the hugely generous unlimited hairy crab meat and gravy dumplings.

Fairmont Yangcheng Lake. 1 Renmin Nan Lu, near Xidao Jing, Kunshan. Tel: (512) 5780 0888. Web: www.fairmont.com/ yangcheng-lake-kunshan

Guoman Hotel Shanghai. Block 1, 388 Daduhe Lu, near Jinshajiang Lu. Tel: 6095 8888. Web: www.guoman.com

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WINE TALK

Taste Test Mat Ryan

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?

Attendees:

Mat Ryan – Partner at The Shed and Owner of JustBeer Dean Aslin – The wine salesman Marty O’Flaherty – The winemaker Kelvin Tok – The wine educator Glenn Thain – Some random guy behind the bar

Marty, who had tried this wine before, reminisced about being in Port Arlington last Christmas morning, and having finished off the bubbly, decided to start on a bottle of this with some seafood.

With that in mind, we were unanimous in deciding on a cold seafood platter as a food pairing. “Why root around with anything else?” Marty asked.

Price: RMB 230

Rockbare Chardonnay, Australia (2010)

Mojo Sauvignon Blanc, Australia (2011) Marty told us that the 10% of skin ferment and small percentage of barrel ferment in this wine is what gives it its complexity. It’s pretty different to what other winemakers are doing in Adelaide Hills at the moment, but the process involved in making this wine is currently quite popular in Italy.

I really loved the freshness of it and Glenn liked its long finish. I perhaps made an error in serving it a little too cold, but of course that’s always better than serving it too warm. Dean really liked this one, and was worried about not being able to stop at just one bottle. He decided that it would be a good wine to enjoy while watching a game of cricket on the front lawn.

This is one of the original wines that Rockbare started with and with six months on lees, it has a hint of nuttiness to it. To me it also had a good creamy texture, with reminiscence of a little oak, although Marty pointed out that it didn’t actually see any oak at all.

Glenn’s comment was that, “it’s not as sweet as a lot of the American Chardonnays and a little drier.” A simple Chardonnay then, relying on its trademark fruity characteristics and some skill in its maker.

Marty said that he’d definitely made this wine to go with food and suggested seafood, but also stated that it would go well with any white meat dish, like a chicken casserole.

Price: RMB 275

Rockbare Shiraz, Australia (2009) “Oh, Jesus,” was my first reaction. “This is the wine that I hang my hat on,” added Marty. “I could take this anywhere. To a restaurant, to my mate’s house, anywhere.”

Glenn followed up with, “beautiful, that’s it.” It looked wonderful in the glass, the aroma was very full, and it just tasted incredible. As Paul Hogan once said, “it’s like angels dancing on your tongue;” this was the perfect summary for this wine.

Not a lot more to add to this, except that it’s quite possibly the best value, full bodied Australian Shiraz around at the moment. It’s another example of how a good winemaker can just let the fruit do the talking.

This wine doesn’t need food; what it needs is a big trophy cabinet. It would be good at the end of a meal, maybe with very rich chocolate desert.

Price: RMB 275

Summary

We were fortunate to have sampled three very good wines, but it was the Shiraz that really blew everyone away. We’ve all had wines as good as, and even a bit better than this 2009 wine, but perhaps not at that price, in Shanghai.

Availability

Tel: 158 0180 0024 (ask for Kelvin)

Sherpa’s Pairings Michelle Ozier

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’re bring straight to your door. Sherpa’s wine consultant Michelle Ozier dishes out on what wine pairs well with your order.

S

herpa’s are focusing on Southeast Asian cuisine throughout November, so ignore the weather here and whisk yourself away to your favourite fantasy Thai beach with a bottle of Luis Felipe Edwards Sauvignon Blanc.

This medium-bodied white wine from the Colchagua Valley of Central Chile has a fresh citrus acidity and the aroma of melon carries through to give it a full pleasing mouth.

The simple lines of the bottle’s label narrate its subtle nature but essentially what you have here is a dependable, no-fuss wine made from grapes grown by a Chilean winery steeped in family tradition, passionate about its products and using state-of-the-art facilities.

Nothing understated about that.

Due to the natural gradient and elevation of the estate’s vineyards, the grapes used in this wine are mostly handpicked, and benefit from the practice of restricted yields, monitored irrigation and reduced use of pesticides. Every bottle is packaged on an advanced bottling line, with oxygen removed prior to closure, which the winery prefers to do with a screw cap to ensure the delivered quality meets the highest possible level.

The citrus, intotropical notes of this wine carry well with light seafood pasta or salads and its crisp finish makes it an easy pairing with the piquant spices of Thai-style curries, helping to cleanse and refresh the palate between bites. Try it with some of Sherpa’s Southeast Asian food promotions this month including half price deals on Duck Curry from Lan Na Thai (RMB 58) and Seafood Salad from Lapis Thai (RMB 34).

Log in to www.sherpa.com.cn to buy Luis Felipe Edwards Sauvignon Blanc at the excellent value of RMB 76 per bottle and enjoy an additional RMB 20 discount every weekend in November for every purchase of two bottles.

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THE SCENE

NIGHT TALK

Night Review La Buvette

Second Sip:

Vicky Mortimer

What: The wizards of Urban Bar get themselves a spot on Yongkang Lu Why: Decent prices and good cocktails down the FFC’s lane of cool How Much: Cocktails RMB 38 upwards; shooters RMB 30 upwards Where: 58 Yongkang Lu, near Xiangyang Lu. Web: www.labuvette-shanghai.com

The selection of drinks on the menu at present is somewhat limited, however, while La Buvette appears to be still finding its feet. The cocktail menu is divided into three sections, with classic (RMB 38), twisted (RMB 48) and “trendy cocktails” (RMB 58) making up the current offerings, which are largely a mishmash of standard cocktails, with very little Cuban influence

Kerry Allen

What: A long-awaited upgrade on one of Shanghai’s most loved sports bars Why: Because there’s nothing like unwinding with a beer and watching the footie after a long day at work Where: 698 Shaanxi Bei Lu, near Kangding Lu. Tel: 6288 1189. Web: www.shedsh.com How Much: Draft beer RMB 25 upwards; bottled beer RMB 25 upwards; red and white wine RMB 35 upwards

The French owners of local cocktail school, Urban Bar, have been offering classes to those looking to master the art of alcohol-infused creatives for a while now, so it only seems right that they’ve finally gotten around to opening their own public cocktail bar and allowing Shanghai’s nightlife faithful to enjoy their expertise.

And it’s with a distinctive Cuban feel that La Buvette (French for ‘the bar’) opens its doors, joining the likes of Handle Bar and The Rooster on Shanghai’s most [in]famous bar street. A curious decision you might think, with the bright and bold Caribbean interior not perhaps being what you’d expect for a bar with a French name. Still, La Buvette certainly brings something bold to the mix with its colour and kitsch furnishings, and you might be persuaded that the bizarre Cuban theme acts as dressing for what serves as a substantial main course of Havana Club infused cocktails. Salut!

The Shed

Since closing along with a slew of other bars at its former location on Kangding Lu back in June, The Shed has been looking for a new place to house its loyal beer guzzlers, pool sharks and Wednesday night chicken wing crowd.

at all. Still, the drinks are as good as you would expect from a company with so much experience, not to mention wallet friendly. The Strawberry Mojito (RMB 48), was a deliciously sweet, strong and refreshing choice; a great tipple after a long day’s work, and the Twisted Daiquiri (RMB 48), another Caribbean favourite, was likewise a hit. Still, we were pretty disappointed to find that there was no sign of another usual Cuban suspect, the Cuba Libre, in sight.

And it’s been well worth the wait; the new Shed, which has moved only two minutes down the road from the old Shed, is a full three times the size of its previous location.

As well as offering up more seating and sports screens, the bar area has also doubled in size (meaning you’re no longer rubbing elbows with your neighbours) there’s a vast darts area for competitions

on Tuesday nights, and a rather selfexplanatory ‘Free peanuts’ corner, a nice little touch that we more than welcome.

With a bigger restaurant as well, the new Shed has also upped the ante in its offering of accompanying pub grub. Big meals of burgers, pastas and Aussie steaks are still a fixture, however there’s now a selection of ‘Healthy Stuff ’ salads (RMB 40 upwards), pizzas (RMB 80) and our personal favourite, the ‘Sneaky Bites’, including Quesadillas, Mini Pizza Calzones and Salami Risotto Balls (RMB 40 for one; RMB 75 for two; RMB 110 for three).

What still remains The Shed’s forte however is its selection of affordable alcohol, with draft pints, bottled beer, shots and spirits all starting at RMB 25. In fact, short of buying a bottle of wine (which owner Mat Ryan is a bit of an expert on, see page 41) the most you’ll ever be paying is RMB 50 on a glass of Macallan 12 Year Whiskey, which is why The Shed is still, for many of Talk’s writers, the favourite sports bars to unwind at in town.

We’ll be keen to see how La Buvette develops, but at present, it’s a pretty chilled place worth paying a visit, as long as you get there early. Like the other establishment on Yongkang Lu, it closes at 10.30pm, so you’ll have to leave straight from the office. Which isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

Alistair Paton

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PEOPLE

THE SCENE

PEOPLE

18 October Sean Kingston LIVE @ M1NT Photos Courtesy of Artem Verkhoglyad

13 October Fake Me I'm Famous @ Hollywood Photos Courtesy of Alex Deker

2012 Sinan Mansions Rum Festival @ X Bistro

Virgo Grand Opening Party

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IN THE KNOW

WHAT'S ON

what'sON For event updates check out www.talksh.com

TOP THREE BEIJING EVENTS 3 November

Thrash Till Death III Wudaokou’s big bad metal festival returns with a line-up of artists including Hellfire, The Metaphor and Explosicum, providing more than enough for you to thrash and headbang your way through. 2.30pm – 12am. Free. 13 Club, (10) 8261 9267, www.douban.com/group/club13

1 November

Girl’s Night Out Lucky LV Draw Bar Rouge gives girls an incentive to come to their weekly Ladies’ Night, kicking off November with free cocktails and the chance to win an authentic Louis Vuitton bag. 9pm – late. Free with password: MVP. Bar Rouge, 6339 1199, www.bar-rougeshanghai.com

17 November

Brawl On The Wall The popular Brawl on the Bund event in Shanghai makes its debut in the northern capital, with an evening of seven heats including free flow wine, gala dinner, raffles and auctions. After party at Spark. 7pm – late. RMB 800 – 1,200. Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, (10) 6598 9153, bj.tickets@whitecollarboxingchina.com

TOP THREE SOUTH CHINA EVENTS 3 November

Jimmy White Night Snooker legend Jimmy White calls into Guangzhou to shoot some pool at The Tavern against those who think they’ve got what it takes to step up against a real champ. 7pm. Free. The Tavern Sports Bar, (20) 3482 4882, www.taverngz.com Anúna

Piano Concert: Einat Fabrikant Critically acclaimed Israeli pianist Einat Fabrikant brings glamour to Glamour with performances of Bardanshvili, Rachmaninoff and Schumann. 4pm. RMB 75 includes one drink. Glamour, 6350 9988, www.m-restaurantgroup.com

8 – 30 November

‘Perspectives’ Exhibition The Elisabeth de Brabant Gallery displays the works of artists Hung Liu, Li Lei, Leng Hong and Shan Sa in this exhibition entitled ‘Perspectives,’ highlighting new artistic outlooks and established viewpoints. Tues – Fri, 10am – 6.30pm; Sat & Sun, 1.30 – 6.30pm. Elisabeth de Brabant Art Center, 6466 7428, www.elisabethdebrabant.com

16 November

San Francisco Symphony Music Director Michael Tilson Thomas and the San Francisco Symphony perform for the first time in the Chinese capital, on their six city, ten concert Asia tour.

Performances include Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor and Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2 in E Minor.

7.30 – 9.45pm. RMB 200 - 880. National Centre for the Performing Arts, (10) 6655 0000

4 November

2 November

Old School Night Shanghai’s newest club in town Virgo rewinds the clock with a night of 70s and 80s music all night long. Filipino DJ Allan Bautista scratches the decks. 10pm – late. Free.

Virgo, 6152 6542, event@virgosh.com

9 November

Joachim Garraud The French godfather of house, Joachim Garraud, arrives in Shanghai to spin the decks with his one night Invasion show. 9pm - late. RMB 200 advance; RMB 300 on the door.

Bar Rouge, 6339 1199, www.bar-rouge-shanghai.com

2 November

9 November

3 November

10 November

The ICE City Moments teams up with Bar Rouge, to bring a night of ice meets fire at Shanghai’s realm of red. Dress code: white fur and red passion. 9pm - late. RMB 100; free for the first 50 people on the guest list. Bar Rouge, 150 0048 7160, theicesh@gmail.com Do It Yourself – The Story Of Rough Trade 390 Live screens this BBC documentary about a single shop in 1970s London that grew into one of the largest and most respected record labels in the music industry today. 2pm. Free.

390 Live, 186 2124 9854, www.wooozy.cn 2012 Shanghai International Touch Tournament The ninth annual SITT returns, promising to be bigger and better than ever before. This year, 44 teams from all over Asia compete, with over 100 games being played throughout the day. 8am – 8pm.

Free. Shanghai Rugby Football Club, www.shanghaitouch.com, info@shanghaitouch.com

Itsagoo Album Launch Beijing-based band Itsagoo fly south into Shanghai to perform a fusion of jazz and rap songs from their debut album It’s All Good. Chekov, U180, Ceezy and DJ Ollo support. 9pm – late. RMB 50 advance; RMB 80 on the door. MAO Livehouse, 6445 0086, hitit.sh@gmail.com On The Track Of Robert van Gulik Award winning film director Rob Rombont talks about his latest film based on the legendary Dutch sinologist Robert van Gulik, who revived the famous 18th century Chinese detective novels Di Gong An by translating the stories into English and continuing the epic with his Judge Dee series. 4pm. RMB 75 includes one drink.

Glamour, 6350 9988, www.m-restaurantgroup.com Yunggiema: Songs And Chants For The World Tibetan singer Yunggiema brings an interesting mix of songs to Shanghai passed down from her Menba minority grandparents.

Namu supports with a fusion of world music and traditional Buddhist vibes. 8pm. RMB 50 advance; RMB 70 on the door. On Stage, 6212 6991, http://splitworks.taobao.com

11 November

Shanghai Show Of Strength Prove your guns in Shanghai’s first open power lifting championship, with competitions in bench press and power lifting for both men and women. Interested competitors should register before 9 November. 11am. RMB 70 general admission; RMB 120 bench press competitors; RMB 180 power lifting competitors. Iron Dragon Crossfit Shanghai, 3135 1791, crossfitshanghai@gmail.com

Ireland’s internationally acclaimed choral group Anúna arrives in Shenzhen for an evening of traditional and classical choral music. 8pm. RMB 100 – 480. Shenzhen Concert Hall, (755) 8284 1848, www.szyyt.com/perform/ view/id/517

16 – 17 November

ChoP Festival For its sixth year running, Polish artists and musicians from all over China join together to present artworks and perform experimental music at this special event recognised by the Polish Ministry of Culture and the National Heritage.

16 November, 11am – late. 17 November, 3.30pm – late.

Free. For a full description of events, log on to: http://chopproject.com/festival

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3 - 11 November

Shanghai Fine Jewellery And Art Fair View authentic and exclusive masterpieces by living legends including Picasso, Renoir, Monet and Warhol (pictured) as well as other treasures by prestigious jewellers and antiques dealers. 12 – 7pm. RMB 200. Shanghai Exhibition Centre, 5213 3030, www.sfjaf.com

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NOVEMBER 14 November

Night Market Local fashion designers and creatives once again set up shop to showcase their wares. This month’s designers include Fifth Avenue Jewellery and the hat lab – by M. 8pm – 12am. RMB 80 - 200. Dada, 138 1649 3900

TOP THREE NIGHTLIFE EVENTS

15 November

The Oops Italian punk rockers The Oops kick off their Asian tour with thrashing tracks from their debut LP Taste Of Zimbabwe.

Rebellious rockers Spill Your Guts support. 9pm – late. RMB 50. Yuyintang, 5237 8662, www.yytlive.com

3 November

Shanghai Style Fashion Talk @ Bloc Meet with local stylists, designers and industry professionals to discuss the burgeoning Shanghai fashion scene. This month, speakers include swimwear designer Maho Castro of HolieB. 8pm. Free. Bloc, 138 1649 3900, www.shanghaistyle. onsugar.com

16 November

Introducing: The Planets Beijing-based punk rockers The Planets bring their banging live act to Shanghai’s cradle of rock. 9pm - late. RMB 40.

Live Bar, 2833 6764

22 - 24 November Bar Rouge Turns 8

25 November

An Afternoon With Gish Jen Author of the novels Typical American, Who’s Irish and World And Town, Gish Jen drops in to talk about the reinvention of ethnicity, the Asian-American immigrant experience and the question of what is a family. 4pm.

RMB 75 includes one drink. Glamour, 6350 9988, www. m-restaurantgroup.com

17 November

Chi Fan For Charity Last year, Chi Fan For Charity raised RMB 200,000 for local charities. This year, over 50 different restaurants are involved in hosting this year’s gala dinner, with proceeds going towards Baoji Xinxing Aid for Street Kids, Beacon of Love (formerly The Charity Carnival) and Heart to Heart Shanghai. 7.30pm - late. RMB 500 – 1,500. www.chifanforcharity.org

To celebrate turning eight, Shanghai’s hall of red sees the weekend in early, with performances and flair shows on Thursday, DJ Dimitri bringing 70s funk and disco to the floor on Friday and champagne galore in the countdown to midnight on Saturday. 9pm - late. RMB 100; free for ladies on 22nd before midnight. Bar Rouge, 6339 1199, www. bar-rouge-shanghai.com

19 November

TOP THREE LIVE MUSIC EVENTS

RAS Book Club The Royal Asiatic Society meets to discuss Shanghai author Lynn Pan’s 1984 novel Gangsters in Paradise. 6.30pm. RMB 100; RMB 70 for RAS members. glo London, 5237 8662, bookclub@ royalasiaticsociety.org.cn

12 – 13 November

29 November

Shanghai Emergency 101 Talk The SUFHC’s Chair of Emergency Medicine, Joseph Chang, leads an informative discussion on all the need to know information in the event of a medical emergency in Shanghai. 7 – 9pm. Free. Shanghai United Family Hospital, 134 0210 8678, melissa.gronemeyer@ufh.com.cn

30 November

The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe Step into the magical world of Narnia this winter; Shanghai Repertory Theatre presents a seasonal production of C. S. Lewis’ classic children’s book, with a seasonal twist! 8pm. RMB 180 presale; RMB 200 on the door. Ke Center for the Contemporary Arts, Restaurant, 136 4170 1170, shanghai.repertory.info@gmail.com

Every Tuesday 24 November – 2 December

Interview Tin Foil Hat will be presenting a theatre adaptation of Theo van Gogh’s 2003 film Interview, directed by South African Michael Beets, about a war correspondent who interviews an actress and socialite. Closed on 26 November. 2pm.

Anken Green Rooftop, 135 2431 3534, producer@ tfhprojects.com

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Beer & Burger Night @ Adam’s You’ll struggle to break RMB 100 with this offer; every Thursday at Adam’s you can get a burger, chips, salad and a beer for only RMB 35. Beer all night long is available at a dangerous RMB 10. 7 – 10pm. Adam’s, 5230 2003 WHAT’S ON/ONLINE

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The Fray Pop/rock group known for their singles ‘How To Save A Life’ and ‘Over My Head (Cable Car)’ touch down in Shanghai for their first ever China tour. 8pm. RMB 200 advance; RMB 260 on the door. Mercedes-Benz Arena, 136 0164 7747, www.split.com/thefray

23 November

Elton John The living legend of British rock and roll arrives with his band for one night only.

Expect to be wooed with ‘Candle In The Wind’, the best selling single of all time, and more top-selling tracks. 8pm. RMB 280 upwards.

Mercedes-Benz Arena, 5150 9199

24 November

Jennifer Lopez As part of her 'Dance Again' world tour, JLo makes her debut in Shanghai with R&B and dance grooves, all the way from her “Jenny from the Block” beginnings to her On The 6 debut album. 8pm. RMB 380 upwards. Mercedes-Benz Arena, 5150 9199

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HOTELTALK HOTEL OF THE MONTH:

Sheraton Shanghai Hongkou

I

Kerry Allen

The 471-room Sheraton Shanghai Hongkou is within short walking distance of all of these, as well as being a short taxi ride from downtown, and a lot of the universities in the city. All these factors tie in as to why this hotel is Talk’s pick as November’s Hotel of the Month; for students with visiting family, the Sheraton Shanghai Hongkou is a great place for them to stay, and offers them the chance to see a side of Shanghai more off the tourist track.

(Of course, as was the case with yours truly -because every girl needs it once in a while - it might just be that you need a step-out-of-time staycation, and for that the Sheraton Shanghai Hongkou is just as ideal.)

After a busy day of sightseeing and shopping in the surrounding area, a Deluxe Room in the Sheraton Shanghai Hongkou is a wonderful respite, with oversized bathtub, plush king-sized bed and plasma TV just some of the amenities, meaning that you can soak those tired feet with some of the hotel’s Shine cosmetics before

snuggling up under high thread count cotton sheets and watching a film.

For culinary pleasures, in-room dining service offers a vast selection from the hotel’s three restaurants: Feast (International), Vue (Chinese) and Miyabi (French and Japanese).

And you need not worry if, like this reviewer’s family, you’ve got “picky” eaters in the mix; the all-day dining restaurant Feast proves the perfect anecdote.

With the longest buffet table we’ve ever seen in Shanghai (and in fact that this reviewer has seen anywhere!) Feast offers an endless selection of Western, Asian, and practically any other kind of cuisine you can imagine.

Miyabi is also worth a mention. Situated on the 37th floor, this is a French and Japanese restaurant with spectacular Bund views, serving teppanyaki and sushi “with a French twist”.

And of course we can’t neglect to

The Business Travellers Awards announced Hotel Indigo on the Bund as ‘Best Boutique Hotel in Asia Pacific’ last month.

Marriott Hotels in Jiangsu and Zhejiang successfully raised RMB 668,000

On 16 October, the brand new Pullman Wuxi New Lake opened in New District, Wuxi. This

Hyatt on the Bund welcomed new Chef de

new property features 404 guest rooms and is ten minutes from Wuxi airport.

Cuisine, Dieter Stamminger, to its Vue Restaurant last month. Stamminger joins Vue with 13 years F&B experience.

JW Marriott Shanghai Tomorrow Square was awarded the ‘7-Star Award for

The Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World hosted a special lunch last month for deaf and mute students from Shanghai No. 1 School.

celebrated its fifth anniversary on 12 October. In line with its birthday, this hotel opened its brand new JZ Lounge on 22nd and 23rd floor.

Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden

Sheraton Shanghai Hongkou appointed

f you’re not able to fly home and spend Thanksgiving or Christmas with your family this year, then a nice and affordable way to get mum and dad to come out and see you is by booking them a room at North Bund’s Sheraton Shanghai Hongkou, right on the footstep of line 4’s Hailun Lu station, and a short walk from some of Shanghai’s lesser known tourist attractions.

Most people come to Shanghai and never get an opportunity to visit Luxun Park, in which you can see the mausoleum of the famous contemporary writer Lu Xun, walk across a lake in a plastic bubble (no, really) and see 70-80 year old retired gymnasts keeping themselves fit with outstanding displays of physical prowess. Nearby Hongkou Stadium and Baoshan Lu are home to impressive night and electronics markets respectively, and pedestrian road Duolun Lu is a historic walk across three centuries of impressive Chinese architecture, with some nice little boutique shops selling arts and crafts.

mention all these fantastic features and not include the Shine Spa. Stylishly decorated, and offering traditional Chinese, Thai and a signature “Shine Fairyland” treatment, a visit to Shine is the perfect place to complete a rejuvenating and restoring getaway, whether you’re flying over the ocean, or simply crossing Huangpu River.

RMB 2,580 + 15% upwards. Sheraton Shanghai Hongkou. 59 Siping Lu, near Hailun Lu. Tel: 2601 0088. Web: www. sheraton.com/shanghaihongkou

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for charity. This cheque, presented to Roots & Shoots, will build 40,000 trees in Inner Mongolia.

Justin Kow as its new Director of F&B last month. Kow brings over 20 years of hospitality experience to the role.

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HOTELTALK The Deals

Fairmont Peace Hotel Shanghai

Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund

Le Royal Meridien Shanghai

Swissotel Kunshan

Westin Beijing Financial Street

Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa

Sheraton Xiamen Hotel

Swiss International Hotel Xiamen

Suites At The Peace: Until 31 March 2013, guests can enjoy a complimentary second night with every night they book in one of the Fairmont Peace Hotel’s 39 luxurious suites. Rates start at RMB 7,000 + 15% per night. Offer is subject to availability.

Hats Off Room Package: Enjoy one night’s stay in a Renewal Room, dinner at the Prego restaurant, a personal signature Batholoist experience in the Westin Heavenly Spa, and breakfast at Senses Signature Restaurant. Rates start at RMB 1,688 + 15% per night.

Opening Promotional Offer: Guests booking rooms within the Oasis with Romantic Pool category can enjoy a 30% discount on all spa treatments (except beauty treatments) and redeem credits for any amount spent in any F&B outlet as well as the Banyan Tree Spa.

Ocean Breeze Wedding & Honeymoon Package: This RMB 26,999 + 15% package includes three nights accommodation in a Deluxe Ocean View Suite, a candlelit dinner for two on the beach/60 minute couple’s massage and four hours Ocean Front Chapel rental.

Ultimate Indulgence: Le Spa at Le Royal Meridien offers an indulgent spa package that includes an aroma flower foot bath and herbal drink followed by executive oriental body scrub and aroma massage for only RMB 890 + 15% (90 min).

Leisure Weekend Package: Until the end of this year, the Sheraton Xiamen offers a special rate of RMB 699 + 15% during weekends on its elegant Deluxe Rooms that all the family or a few friends can enjoy, for a quick weekend getaway from Shanghai.

Whole Day Meeting Package: From RMB 1,188 + 15%, business guests can enjoy this package, which includes one stay in a Classic Room with breakfast included, free access to the hotel’s gym and swimming pool, and eight hours meeting room access time.

Free On Sundays Promotion: Until 31 December, guests can get three nights stay for the price of two with a Sunday arrival at the Swiss International. Rooms range from RMB 600 + 15% per night. Subject to availability; terms and conditions apply.

SUITE TALK:

Sunrise On The Bund Tom Mangione

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hanghai's North Bund is undergoing a rapid transformation. Among the buildings left from Shanghai's colonial and industrial past, a new order is forming reminiscent of the development that has already taken place just across the water in Lujiazui. The recent construction of the Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal with its sleek 21st century architecture is the first of several projects that will eventually make this area into a bustling centre for both commerce and tourism. And in the middle of this development sits the new Sunrise On The Bund Hotel.

Much like the area that surrounds it, Sunrise On The Bund aims to blend the charm of old Shanghai with 21st century convenience. It's a commitment that's apparent even from the exterior of the hotel, built in the style of nearby shikumen housing with a façade of grey and red brick. Its rooms also radiate with a homey Old World charm featuring wooden floors, frame mouldings and Victorian style furniture that allude to the area's

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prior Western influence. It's a formula not unfamiliar to Shanghai; however, unlike the attempts of other hotels to manufacture Old Shanghai - which often results in dark, cluttered (although arguably more authentic) interiors - the rooms here radiate with a light and airy feel. Fans of authentic black lacquered furniture, dragon motifs, art deco tat and gongbi paintings will be disappointed, but those who are more flexible in their re-imaginings of Shanghai's 20th century glory days will be pleasantly surprised.

In like fashion, walking into the 70 square metre Executive Suite feels more like entering someone's well kept apartment than a hotel suite. And while there is a certain humility to the initial experience, it evaporates quickly when one takes in the iconic views of Lujiazui's Oriental Pearl Tower and The Bund through the windows.

Amenities abound as well. A widescreen TV with access to satellite television sits opposite the two metre square king-sized bed. In the bathroom, the separate rain shower and bathtub are complemented with L'Occitane bathing

products. There's also a separate tap for filtered, potable water, a nice touch sure to keep a busy traveller from relying on the largesse of the front desk to help him/her sort out their hydration needs. (Bottles of mineral water are also provided as well though, for those who insist on drinking out of a bottle.)

However, the best thing about staying in the Executive Suite is the perks. It is an Executive Suite, after all. With complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and happy hour drinks on the 21st floor Executive Lounge, one is able to take in the hotel's unique views throughout the day. Plus, the free usage of the Executive Lounge Meeting Room for two hours daily (reservation required) makes planning a quick meeting easy enough. And when it's time to check out, the hotel is happy to arrange a free shuttle to the airport.

RMB 4,080 + 15% upwards per night in Executive Suite.

Sunrise On The Bund. 168 Gaoyang Lu, near Dongdaming Lu. Tel: 5558 9999. Web: www.sunrisesha.com

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Marriott Hotels Of Shanghai

Le Royal Meridien Shanghai

Membership Has Its Privileges: Every night throughout November, Starwood Privilege members can enjoy a special discount price on a feast of authentic Italian cuisine in Le Royal Meridien’s Level 8 restaurant Favola, prepared

by Executive Chef Tino Guiseppe.

RMB 388 + 15%; (21) 3318 9999 ext 7778

Sheraton Shanghai Hongqiao

Sheraton Turns 75: To honour the Sheraton’s 75th anniversary, Café Bistro offers a three course lunch with a choice of starters like Norwegian Salmon Rolls, entrees like Sea Bass with Boiled Fondant Potatoes and desserts like the Baked Cheesecake with Seasonal Berry Coulis.

RMB 75 + 15%; (21) 6275 8888

Hotel Indigo Shanghai On The Bund

Hilton Shanghai

Grand Hyatt Shanghai

Hyatt On The Bund

New World Shanghai Hotel

Guoman Hotel Shanghai

Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao

The One Million Dumplings Project: Throughout November, Marriott hotels in Shanghai will be supporting the Compassion for Migrant Children charity by selling sets of six xiao long bao, with a RMB 1 donation per order going to needy children in deprived areas.

RMB 12 (six pieces); (21) 3871 4888 ext 6928

Sunday Brunch for Perfect Weekends: From 12 – 2.30pm, visitors can enjoy a buffet spread of seafood and signature specialities from live cooking stations in the Atrium Café. Price includes free flow soft drink.

RMB 318 + 15% upwards; (21) 6248 7777 ext 1860

Celebrate Your Year-end Party: Make 2012 a year to remember with an end of year party at the Grand Hyatt including a wide selection of Chinese and international buffet foods, free-flow soft drinks or beer for three hours and one bottle of red wine per table.

RMB 600 + 15% per head; (21) 5049 1234 ext 8376

Dieter’s Chef’s Table: Vue Restaurant’s new Chef de Cuisine, Dieter Stamminger, introduces his chef’s table, with eight signature dishes including Beetroot-marinated Norwegian Salmon, Duck Confit Toretellini and Tajima Beef Sterloin.

Price 1,480 + 15%; (21) 6393 1234

Celebrate Thanksgiving With Char: Executive Chef Julie’s four course Thanksgiving dinner includes baby zucchini carpaccio with pinenuts, mint & curry oil, a slow-roasted turkey stuffed with sage, pork and apple filling, and butternut pumpkin pie for dessert.

RMB 648 + 15%; (21) 3302 9995

A Fresh Take On Family Dinner: The New World Hotel’s brand new Nong Café lets kids eat for free, while adults enjoy buffet and a la carte meals catering to a range of tastes from the grilling station, pastry and bakery bar, seafood corner and deli counter and salad bar.

RMB 168 + 15% upwards; (21) 6240 8888

Talk Magazine is Hiring a Senior Editor Ismay New Media Ltd, publishers of the Talk network of magazines in China, InGuides and Chinese language publication Totally UK, wish to appoint a Shanghai-based senior editor.

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Guoman’s Giant Burger Challenge: Think you’re tough enough to make it onto the Guoman’s Burger Wall of Fame? Until the end of December, Guoman Hotel Shanghai hosts its Giant Burger Challenge, whereby if you can finish a whopping 4kg burger in one sitting of under an hour (with unlimited soft drinks), you get your burger free.

RMB 500 + 15%; (21) 6095 8888 ext 7023

Sunday Brunch: The Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao has revamped its brunch at the Essence restaurant, with offerings including Cantonese dim sum, a fresh juice bar, BBQ and Japanese seafood counters, and Western and Asian buffets. There’s also a fun area with a range of games to keep the kids happy!

RMB 358 + 15% upwards for adults; RMB 179 + 15% upwards for children; (21) 3323 6571

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Raffles Beijing Hotel

Sweet Flambe Magic: Until the end of December, experience fire, flames and showmanship, as flambé desserts are prepared tableside in traditional European style at The Lobby in the Peninsula Shanghai. Desserts include: Crêpe Suzette with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Soft Meringue with Dark Rum and Berries.

RMB 120 + 15% upwards; (21) 2327 2888

Thanksgiving Celebration At Raffles: Reserve your table at Raffles’ East 33 restaurant on 22 November, where you can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner including roast turkey, glazed chestnuts, cranberry relish and pumpkin pie.

RMB 388 + 15% includes free flow house wine, beer and soft drinks; (10) 6526 3388 ext 5171/5331

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

Real handmade burgers with fresh ingredients. Hours: Sun-Thu 10am-12am, Fri - Sat 10am - 4am

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

1918 Gonghe Xin Lu. T: 6631 3920.

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

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, Bldg 18, 199 Fangdian Lu. T: 5833 0801. Infiniti Plaza ,138 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6375 6167 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

The ever-reliable Frog.

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)

T: 6255 2144

Ooh we love a Whopper. www.burgerking.com

ROOM •1F,GRILL Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, 1108 Meihua Lu, Pudong. T: 3858 0888 The steak is great but we love the antipasto and condiment bar!

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

Hours: 11.30am - 2.30pm, 5.30 - 10.30pm 加州扒房：南京西路399号, 万豪酒 店40楼

Steakhouse •2F,Manhattan Marriott Hotel Hongqiao, 2270

Hongqiao Lu. T: 6237 6000 x 6633

As fantastic as the steaks here may be, we've also had a mighty fine lobster here. 曼哈顿扒房：虹桥路2270号万豪虹 桥大酒店2楼

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

恒丰路500号,上海浦西洲际酒店 3 楼

玛德莱娜西饼屋: 南京东路505号, 海 仑宾馆1楼

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

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

Bakery & Deli

•559BakerOne Nanchang Lu (near Shaanxi

加焙坊：徐汇区南昌路559号（近陕西南 路，地铁1号线、10号线陕西南路站）

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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 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

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

740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0743

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

Peacock Alley New Tower Lobby Level, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6322 9988

•2F, Bauernstube Sheraton Shanghai Hongqiao Hotel,

Hours: 9am-11pm

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

5 Zunyi Nan Lu. T: 6275 8888 x 3104

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

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

T: 6466 6565.

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

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

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

T: 6466 6565. F: 6466 8484

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

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

上海外滩华尔道夫酒店上海黄浦区中 山东一路2号

A la carte menu with Asian and Western specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Hours: 6.30am–11.30pm 赛丽娜: 延安西路488号上海日航酒 店一楼

Bakery •1F,Madeleine Hotel Sofitel, 505 Nanjing Dong Lu.

• Whisk 1250 Huaihai Zhong Lu (near Changshu

Chocolate éclairs and other Parisian goodies.

Hours: 10.30am-11.30pm. www.whiskcafe.

T: 6351 5888 x 4186

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In Hong Kong, T’ang Court enjoys an envied reputation and two coveted Michelin stars. 唐阁：汉口路740号2楼

Fancy pants Cantonese at the Waldorf - what's not to love?

Hours: Lunch 11.30am-3pm, Dinner 5.3011pm. www.waldorfastoriashanghai.com 蔚景阁 中山东一路2号外滩华尔道 夫酒店5楼

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

inventive food with a dedicated following.

Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm 黄浦会: 中山东一路3号外滩3号5楼

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

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

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

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

Gourmet Cantonese on the Bund.

Hours: 11am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm

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

Hao •39F,Wan JW Marriott Hotel, 399 Nanjing Xi

雍福会: 永福路200号

T: 6339 1188

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

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Wan Li Restaurant 2F, Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel, 100 Changliu Lu. T: 3871 4888 x 6612 Hours: 11am-2pm, 5-10pm

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

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

Yue Xuan •Tower 2, 1F, 1116 Hongsong Dong Lu. T: 3323 6666

Seriously authentic Cantonese, and the Singaporean chef throws in some great Southeast Asian specialties too! 上海市红松东路1116号

Chinese - Cantonese

•8F,AiLeMei Royal Méridien Shanghai, 789

Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 3318 9999 x 7700

• cha's 30 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)

Crystal Jade •Unit 2F-12A & B, House 6-7, Lane

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

Chinese - Sichuan

上海市浦东新区方甸路599弄1号 （近锦绣路）

Chuan •47PinTaojiang Lu. T: 6437 9361.

luxury private lounge with Huaiyang cuisine.

Club Jin Mao •Grand Hyatt, 86F, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, Pudong. T: 5049 1234 x 8688 Club Jin Mao of Grand Hyatt Shanghai, one of the most exclusive authentic Shanghainese restaurants.

Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm

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

Dong Lu. T: 6321 6888

Quintessential Cantonese and Shanghainese specialties. Hours: 11.30am - 2pm, 5.30 - 10pm. www.fairmont.com 龙凤厅和平饭店：上海南京东路20号

5 Zunyi Nan Lu. T: 6275 8888 x 4910

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

品川, 桃江路47号, 恒隆广场5层南京 西路1266号

金茂俱乐部：浦东世纪大道88号金茂 君悦大酒店86楼

Fu 1039 1039 Yuyuan Lu (near Jiangsu Lu).

T: 5237 1878 Crazy villa with nooks and

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愚园路1039号，近江苏路

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

T: 6209 1686 Yum... hongshao rou!

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MING COURT The Langham Xintiandi, 5F, 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

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

Offers an upscale Sichuan dining experience.

天府楼: 华山路250号希尔顿酒店39楼

Spice •3F,Sichuan 500 Hengfeng Road T: 5253 9999

Sichuan Restaurant offers a pleasant and memorable dining experience with innovative Sichuan cuisine and elegant environment combining Chinese and Western flavor. Hours: 11.30am – 10pm

Fave of Hong Kongers looking for some good hometown cooking.

• Emerald Garden CAFÉ •488SERENA 2F, Sheraton Shanghai Hongqiao Hotel, Yan'an Xi Lu, Hotel Nikko Shanghai.

T: 3211 9999

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T’ang Court 2F, The Langham, Yangtze Boutique, 740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0800

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万丽轩: 浦东长柳路100号淳大万丽 酒店2层

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

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

show kitchens and live cooking stations.

Lu. T: 5359 4969 x 6436

Salon de Ville •Waldorf Astoria Club L Level, Waldorf

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

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滩外楼中餐厅: 外滩18号5楼,中山东 一路18号

Sculpture Park)

北京西路500号 （静安雕塑公园二 号门）

Café 1188 •Lobby Level, InterContinental

50 TalkMagazine

British

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

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

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

A Cantonese restaurant with a modern design. www.fccshanghai.com

长宁路1018号上海龙之梦万丽酒店25楼

粤珍轩：浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦 大酒店55楼

Court •1F,Palm The Langham, Yangtze Boutique,

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

Dadao, Pudong. T: 5047 1234 x 8779

南京西路1376号上海商城111室

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

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Cantonese haute cuisine, contemporary Chinese décor and marvellous city views.

Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm

Lu. T: 6289 5733

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

Sheng Hui Tang 2F, InterContinental Shanghai Expo, 1188 Xueye Lu (near Nanmatou Lu).

T: 3858 1172 We love it for its interactive

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

Café •1F,Gourmet Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi

上海恒丰路500号,上海浦西洲际酒 店5 楼

Cantonese, Shanghainese and other regional specialties.

Zpark 25F, 1018 Changning Lu (Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel).

T: 6115 8810

•Chevalier Shop: 82 Wulumuqi Zhong

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 Lu, Houshayu Town, Shunyi District, Beijing

天萃庭: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂裙 房6层

豫园咖啡厅：河南南路159号豫园万 丽酒店大堂(近福佑路)

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

Pudong. T: 5047 7773

Shanghai Puxi. T: 5253 9999 x 6399

上海市巨鹿路889号(11-12幢3-4层) 靠近常熟路

Jamaica Blue

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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

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

Contemporary café with open kitchens.

Hours: 12-11pm

廷廊：汉口路740号朗廷扬子精品酒 店1楼大堂

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

Chinese Restaurant •5F,Jade Hotel Main Tower, InterContinental

艾美中餐厅：南京东路789号上海世 茂皇家艾美酒店(8楼)

中国上海南京东路20号 200002

北京西路1228号

• Yi Café 2F, Grand Tower, Pudong Shangri-La,

Traditional Cantonese, with innovative presentations. Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm

Famed for its traditional high tea indulgence presented on tiered silver tea stands. Hours: 8am - 12am. www.fairmont.com

More magic, melting mouthfuls from Brian Tan.

Garden •6F,Paradise Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao,

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Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6321 6888

C by House of Flour •1228 Beijing Xi Lu. T: 6289 3083

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

Yi Garden Café Lobby Level, Renaissance Shanghai Yuyuan Hotel, 159 Henan Nan Lu (near Fuyou Lu). T: 2321 8888

LOUNGE •GF,JASMINE Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20

淮海路1250号，近常熟路

浦东富城路33号, 上海浦东香格里拉大 酒店紫金楼二楼

Nan Lu) T: 6211 8217

Saint Germain Bakery, a renowned Canadian brand, is now unveiling its flagship store Baker One in the 4th quarter of 2012. With 28 years of prestigious history, we strive to provide only the utmost quality, using natural and fresh ingredients.

Hours: 7am-11pm. www.bakerone.cn

com.cn. whisk@whiskcafe.com.cn

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

www.qbake.cn

KING •132BURGER Yuyuan Lu (near Jiaozhou Lu).

汉堡王: 愚园路132号，近胶州路

Hours: 7am-9pm

天蜀阁四川餐厅：恒丰路500号3楼

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SHANG-HIGH CUISINE 6F, Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai. 1108 Meihua Lu, Pudong.

T: 3858 0768 / 0760 Regional Chinese dishes with seasonal, organic ingredients. www.jumeirah.com

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

迷•上海餐厅：梅花路1108号上海卓 美亚喜玛拉雅酒店6楼

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

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Fook Lam Moon 2F, 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

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South Beauty 5F, 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

Room •87F,Dining 100 Shiji Dadao, Park Hyatt Shanghai. T: 6888 1234 x 4560

世纪大道100号上海柏悦酒店87楼, 近东泰路

Door •1468TheHongqiao Lu. T: 6295 3737 Called The Door because it’s full of antique doors. It's certainly unique. 乾门：虹桥路1468号

BistroT •376Franck Wukang Lu, Ferguson Lane.

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

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 12pm2am, 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

•TheStiller's Cool Docks, 479 Zhongshan Lu, near Fuxing Dong Lu

Global Avenue •91F,100ParkCentury Hyatt, 100 Shiji Dadao.

T: 6888 1234 x 4560

Chinese - Yangzhou

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One of the highest restaurants in the world, and it has multiple show kitchens?

Too many views to choose from!

It’s chaos spelled backwards! Go figure.

T: 6248 0000 x 1860

SOAHC Restaurant & Tea Garden Bldg 3, Lane 123, Xingye Lu, Xintiandi. T: 6385 7777

Atrium Café •Lobby, Hilton Hotel, 250 Huashan Lu. Different buffets available through the week, and a Champagne brunch every Sunday.

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

华山路250号，希尔顿大酒店大堂

湖庭: 黄陂南路383号(近兴业路)

Shanghai. 1108 Meihua Lu, Pudong.

T: 3858 0718 x 0710

CAFE & LOUNGE •1F,ARTE Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel

Lu). T: 6387 6387

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

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Hamilton House 137 Fuzhou Lu (near Jiangxi Lu).

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

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

Munchies •974 Wuding Lu, (near Jiaozhou Lu).

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

Free delivery within 1km. Hours: 10am-10pm

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

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

Dadao, Pudong. T: 5047 5859 Fine French fare in the shadow of the Jinmao Tower. Hours: 11.30am -2pm, 5.30-11pm 拉图餐厅: 浦东世纪大道88号金 茂裙楼5楼

南京西路1376号， 近西康路

Buffet •2F,Comely Majesty Plaza Shanghai, 719

Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6350 0000 x 208

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

南京东路719号上海南新雅大酒店2楼

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Element Fresh 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)

Healthy, tasty food and great service. Hours: Sun-Thu 7am-11pm, Fri-Sat 7am-12am 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

- All Day Dining •1F,Essence Block 2, 1116 Hongsong Dong Lu,

Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao. T: 3323 6571 All day dining with a global spread of Chinese, Pan-Asian and Atlantic favourites. www.shanghaihongqiao.hilton.com

Yi 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

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

Sherpa's T: 6209 6209

郁全日餐厅：梅花路1108号上海卓美 亚喜玛拉雅酒店1楼

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

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

T: 6218 4616. 563 Shunchang Lu (near Yongnan Lu). T: 6311 3616

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

More than just crepes: mediterranean dishes, salads and all day every day brunch... http://crepesnco.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 厨：上海浦东嘉里大酒店上海浦东新 区花木路1388号

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THE HOUSE OF ROOSEVELT, SKY Restaurant 27 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 2322 0888 Continental delights are the order of the day at this restaurant, along with the impressive Bund view. www.rooseveltchina.com 中山东一路27号

T8 •House 8, North Block Xintiandi, Lane

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 华懋阁：上海南京东路20号

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

烧烤: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦大 酒店56楼

新天地朗廷酒店: 马当路99号五层

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

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

elevated •TheXTD Langham Xintiandi, Level 5, 99

Madang Road, Xintiandi T: 2330 2288 The perfect outdoor lounge and terrace for a casual lunch, dinner or after-work drinks.

on the Grille •505Kebabs Zhongshan Nan Lu. T: 6152 6567 中山南路505号

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Punjabi Thumb Plaza, Lane 199, 43 Fangdian Lu (near Yingchun Lu). T: 5033 2642.

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

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

T: 6418 6389

Good French fare with even better service.

•210CAMELIA Century Avenue Pudong, Shanghai T: 2036 8888

Vibrant, chic and stylish 'Camelia'at Four Seasons Hotel Pudong, is the city's newest dining sensation. With world class French and Japanese cuisine, cool cocktails, exceptional wines and hot vibes. 浦东四季酒店：浦东世纪大道210号

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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

Italian

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

Café •38F,Marriott JW Marriott Hotel, 399 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 5359 4969 x 6422

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

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

宣化路92号

•27F,Giovanni’s Sheraton Shanghai Hongqiao Hotel, 5 Zunyi Nan Lu. T: 6275 8888 x 4276

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

T: 6445 8100 / 6404 1551

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

富城路33号浦东香格里拉大酒店36楼

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

•3F,VEDAS 83 Changshu Lu (near Julu Lu). 常熟路83号3楼 (近巨鹿路)

Salvatore cuomo •SuiteTheD,Kitchen 2967 Lujiazui Xi Lu. T: 5054 1265

浦东陆家嘴西路2967号D座

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

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

•3F,Basilico InterContinental Shanghai Expo,

1188 Xueye Lu (near Nanmatou Lu).

T: 3858 1172 They have a marble table

•6F,Mercato 3 Zhong Shan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6321 9922

This newly opened coastal Italian restaurant offers vibrant cuisine, stylishly rustic décor, and breathtaking Bund views. The menu created by three Michelin Star Chef Jean Georges Vongerichten, features amazing light-as-air pizzas, homemade pastas, and the freshest seafood, graced with the true flavor of Italy. Operating Hours: 5.30pm-1am

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

Lu). T: 6258 1620

进贤路222号, 近陕西南路

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

serves contemporary French cuisine. Hours: Sun-Thurs 3pm-2am, Fri-Sat 3pm-late

Brasserie la fourchette •1 Xiangyang Bei Lu (near Julu Lu).

怡亭全日餐厅：恒丰路500号1楼

襄阳路102号 (近淮海路 )

T: 5466 0842 A three-story villa that

艾露：南京东路789号上海世茂皇家 艾美酒店(大堂楼)

A contemporary all-day dining venue, serving continental and oriental favorites from an extensive buffet and a la carte menu. An innovative feature is the ‘World Kitchen’ concept where diners take a glance of exciting open kitchen action and view the live preparation of all dishes.

Hours: 6am – 12am

Cosy relaxed European decor, first floor coffee house and lounge with wi-fi. Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-12.30am, Sat-Sun 10am-12.30am

Lounge & Restaurant •842842Hengshan Lu (near Tianping Lu).

dishes comes highly recommended.

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

江阴路57号(近黄陂北路)

just like the name says.

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Lu, Pudong. T: 5050 4567

Bar and Café •222Citizen Jinxian Lu (near Shaanxi Nan

T: 3304 1205 Five tables with bistro fare,

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

•39F,Danieli's The Hongta Hotel, 889 Dongfang

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

Indian

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

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

5 tables bistro •210The Danshui Lu (near Zizhong Lu).

上海衡山路842号，近天平路

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)

A blend of old-world charm and modern convenience with an indimenticabile (unforgettable) atmosphere. Hours: 12-10pm (Sun-Fri); 12-11pm (Sat). www.gennaro-s.com

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

米氏餐厅：外滩5号7楼

6F, 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

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Da Marco 1F, 103 Dongzhu'anbang Lu, Golden Bridge Garden. T: 6210 4495. 1F, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu (across from Element Fresh). T: 6447 7577

All Day Dining •1F,Ecco 500 Hengfeng Road T: 5253 9999

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Grand Brasserie New Tower Ground Level, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai On the Bund, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6322 9988

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

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

意庐: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦大 酒店56楼

Guyang Lu. T: 2428 6507

Pudong. T: 5049 1234 x 8907

Madang Lu, Xintiandi. T: 2330 2288

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

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

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

•TheCACHET Langham Xintiandi, 1F, 99

Pudong. T: 5049 1234 x 8908

太仓路181弄新天地北里8号

Justifiably labelled world class.

Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 6.30-11.30pm.

Features a live band, outdoor seating, happy hour, pool table, catering, company events and family days.

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

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

东方路889号上海红塔豪华精选酒 店39楼

689 Lantian Lu, Green City Jinqiao.

T: 5030 9676

蓝枪鱼餐厅：浦东金桥碧云社区蓝天 路689号（迪卡侬对面）

A haven of authentic Italian & Mediterranean dining.

181, Taicang Lu. T: 6355 8999

Blue Marlin Bar & •Restaurant

T: 6437 6465

French

万丽咖啡厅：浦东长柳路100号上海 淳大万丽酒店2楼

新天地朗廷酒店: 马当路99号五层

Petit Franck •376LeWukang Lu (inside Ferguson Lane).

Mr & Mrs Bund •Modern Eatery by Paul Pairet

Hours: 6.30am-11pm

Dong Lu). T: 6321 9803

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

•JeanNougatine Georges, 4F, Three on the

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

•2F,OTheon2Longemont Shanghai,1116

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

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Yan’an Xi Lu. T: 6115 9988 x 8220

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

German Bierstube •UnitPapa’s 22-24, Hongmei Food Street, 3338 Hongmei Lu. T: 6465 8880

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

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

Xintiandi North Block, Lane 181 Taicang

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上海龙之梦丽晶大酒店二楼

•2F, Chez Marie Majesty Plaza, 700 Jiujiang Lu / 719 Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6350 0000 x 201 Fantastic Australian filet, sirloin steak and much more.

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

& Co •1376Crepes Nanjing Lu, 1F, Shanghai

Centre, Shanghai. T: 6289 8046

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

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

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Renaissance Brasserie 2F, Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel, 100 Changliu Lu. T: 3871 4888 x 6622 A la carte menu and dinner buffet.

Bacaro Italian Restaurant & •Vinoteca

贡多拉意式餐厅: 河南中路16号，近 延安东路

Traditional Italian food with a touch of Venice.

Basement B02, Shanghai Bay, 1138 Pudong Nan Lu (near Zhangyang Lu).

T: 6888 2993 Serves delicious and

Lane 155, 18 Jianguo Zhong Lu (near Ruijin Er Lu). T: 6473 0774 建国中路155弄18号（瑞金路口）

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

La Piazzetta Italian •Restaurant

healthy Italian food and top quality wine.

Hours: 11.30am–2.30pm; 6pm–12am.

Some of the best Neapolitan pizzas in town!

•226Osteria Jinxian Lu (near Shaanxi Nan Lu).

•913Casanova Julu Lu (near Changshu Lu).

T: 6256 8998

Italian eatery lauded for its hearty prix fixe menu and oysters.

巨鹿路913号, (近常熟路)

Bistrot •1023Pomodoro Kangding Lu. T: 6218 3798

T: 5403 4528

Ciao Dining Room and Ciao •Bambino

1F, The Langham, Yangtze Boutique, 740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0800 x 7744

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

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Prego 2F, The Westin Shanghai, 88 Henan Zhong Lu. T: 6335 1888 Faultless Italian in the classy atrium setting of The Westin.

Lu. T: 6095 8888 x 7052

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

帕戈意大利餐厅：河南中路88号威斯 汀大饭店2楼

Japanese restaurant •BldgHikari 10, 3911 Hongmei Lu. T: 6242

e Vino Ristorante •BldgPane 33, 47 Sinan Lu, Sinan Mansions

慕光日本料理: 虹梅路3911弄10号楼

9186

Malaysian San’s Kitchen •FI1,LaBiyun International Business Hotel, 1755, Jinqiao Lu. T: 5032 1311

碧云国际商务酒店1楼，金桥路1755号

CJs delivers great big tomatoey pizzas. 北京西路1636号，近胶州路

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

in the decor and yin yang structured menu! Hours: Mon-Sat: 11.30am-2.30pm and 6-10.30pm, Saturday Brunch 11.30am-3.00pm. www.el-willy.com 中山东路22号 (近金陵路)

Taiwanese

•2F,Puli Lane 199, Thumb Plaza, 19

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

上海市浦东新区芳甸路大拇指广场 199弄19号2楼

T: 5465 2177

Owner/chef Antonio Sciaraffa serves authentic Italian food in a friendly, home setting. 思南路47号,思南公馆第33墅(近思南 路大门)

•777Melrose Biyun Lu. T: 5030 3872

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

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

•1MF,J-MIX Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, 1108

Plaza. T: 3214 0024. Lane 248 Taikang Lu (near Sinan Lu). T: 5466 0969 Hours: 10am-12am

Meihua Lu, Pudong. T: 3858 0888

Its private teppanyaki rooms make for good grilling.

TEPPANYAKI •28DKAGEN Taojiang Lu (near Hengshan Lu).

Isabelle •19 Trattoria Ji'an Lu, (near Hubin Lu).

T: 6433 3232

T: 6384 2322

Isabelle serves simple Italian food that keeps people coming back for more.

Hours: 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-11.30pm

•1F, SABATINI South Annex,Wheelock Square, 1717 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 3127 8577

An authentic dining experience best ended with its delicious pear and ricotta dessert.

Hours: Lunch 11.30am-2.30pm, High Tea 3-5.30pm, Dinner 6-10.30pm. reservations@sabatini-sh.com

Upscale all-you-can-handle teppanyaki - think filets and foie gras. 桃江路28D号 (近衡山路)

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

T: 6466 7855 Kaiseki ryori eatery that changes its menu almost daily. 误兴路33号 (近淮海中路)

•BldgKARUKA 4, 2421 Xietu Lu (near Wanping Nan Lu) Five generations of deep frying later, this renowned tempura house branched out to open its Shanghai shop. 斜土路2421号 (近宛平南路)

•56F,Kobachi Grand Hyatt, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao. T: 5049 1234 x 8907

Sushi, sashimi and yakitori in a stylish interior.

Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm 日珍: 浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦

•2F,Koi 500 Hengfeng Lu. T: 5253 9999

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 highend prices. www.vabeneshanghai.com 太仓路新天地北里181弄7号

•28F,YU99Bar Jiangbin Road, Luwan District, Shanghai Marriott Hotel Luwan. T: 5318 8888

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

Japanese

•150AMBROSIA Fenyang Lu. T: 6431 3935

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DOZO Izakaya Dining Bar 2F, 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 6pm2am, 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, 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

Late night chef haunt - they come for the ramen and stay for the Beatles soundtrack.

Hours: 6pm-1am 斜土路2905号 (近零陵路). 永嘉路 335号 (近襄阳路).

TEPPANYAKI & LOUNGE •3F,MOONSHA 5 on the Bund, 5 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6323 1117

In addition to the teppanyaki tables, Moonsha provides an excellent Bund view. 中山东一路,外滩5号三楼

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

Shanghai, 33 Fucheng Lu. T: 5888 3768 A delightful eating experience.

富城路33号浦东香格里拉大酒店2座2楼

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

T: 5466 0320 More sushi options than you can shake a stick at. 徐汇区永嘉路630号

•803SHINTORI Julu Lu (near Fumin Lu).

T: 5404 5252 Uber-smooth eatery that

takes some finding. Hours: Mon-Fri 5.3011pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am-11pm 新都里无二：巨鹿路803号

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 Lu (near Fucheng Lu). T: 5877 6551

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SUSHI OYAMA 20 Donghu Lu (near Huaihai Zhong Lu).

T: 5404 7705

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

I.Z.K.Y. •Guoson Centre, Block 1, 1F, 388 Daduhe

Casa 13 •Building 7, Lane 155 Jianguo Zhong Lu (near Ruijin Er Lu). T: 6473 0820

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

Mediterranean Cuisine •415Haya’s Dagu Lu (near Chengdu Nan Lu).

T: 6327 0897 / 6295 9511

大沽路415号 (近成都南路)

T: 6248 0000 x 1850

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

璐娜：太仓路181弄新天地北里15幢单元1

Mexican

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Cal Kitchen B1 Carrefour, Thumb Plaza, 185 Fangdian Lu, Pudong. T: 5033 6637.

B1-03, Multi-Media Plaza, 999 Changning Lu (near Zhongshan Park).

T: 6340 1923 It's Mexican food, California-style.

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Cantina Agave A Mansion, 291 Fumin Lu (near Changle Lu). T: 6170 1310.

357 Hongfeng Lu (near Biyun Lu).

T: 6886 0706

568 Julu Lu (near Shaanxi Nan Lu). T: 6289 6889 Our pick for the best mid-range Mexican in town.

Lindo •UnitMexico 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

波斯王子餐厅：浦东南路855号世界广 场B1楼 (近世纪大道)

Restaurant •ShopShiraz 8, 3338 Hongmei Lu. T: 6465 9993 Hours: 11am-2pm, 5-11pm 虹梅路3338号8室

Nepalese

20 course omakase menu served by Oyama-san himself

Nepalese Restaurant •500Himalaya Dongchang Lu (near Pudong Nan

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

喜马拉雅尼泊尔餐厅：东昌路500号， 近浦东南路

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

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Block. T: 5383 3999. 1F, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu (near Xikang Lu). T: 6289 8733 We love Marzano’s diablo pizza, cooked in the signature open kitchen. www.pizzamarzano.cn

Portuguese

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

You can never order too many pieces of their excellent shrimp toast. 南京东路635号6楼7楼，近浙江中路

Singaporean

Lu (near Xianxia Lu). T: 6237 2916

遵义路100号虹桥上海城外围街B5 6单元(近仙霞路)

Cuisine •BF,Singapore 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu (near Tongren

Lu). T: 5298 6126 It won’t win prizes for the most inventive restaurant name in Shanghai, but at least you know what you’re getting.

新加坡佳肴：南京西路1515号嘉里中 心底楼(近铜仁路)

Scandinavian

•B1,Aurora Infiniti Plaza, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 6375 6770 Scandinavian fine dining, from seafood platters to shashliks.

Southeast Asian Hongqiao. T: 5153 3300 x 3700

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

Nyonya •417MyDagu 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

巨鹿路819弄4号

Go for the tapas, stay for the sangria.

Chicago Deep Dish Pizza •1636CJ Beijing Xi Lu (near Jiaozhou Lu).

T: 6415 1666

None of those prissy paper-thin crusts here.

T: 180 1727 1340

• El Willy Tapas & Rice South Bund 22, 22 Zhongshan Dong Lu (near Jinling Lu). T: 5404 5757

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

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).

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Restaurant Martin 811 Hengshan Lu (near Yuqing Lu).

T: 6431 6639 Martin Berasategui is known for inventive, modern Spanish cooking and this venture, in an historic villa within Xujiahui Park, reflects that.

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

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

衡山路811号 (近余庆路)

Tapas Spanish Bar •1928Siempre Gonghe Xin Lu. T: 2602 2222 x 6028 Hours: 3pm-12am

Supermarkets

The Rooftop

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

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),

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

•26F,Celadon 1018 Changning Lu (Renaissance

- 11pm. www.chiang-mai.com.cn

Lapis Thai 3F, 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 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 5252 0082

Bali Laguna •No.1649 Nanjing Xi Lu (inside Jing’an

巴厘餐厅：南京西路1649号 (静安公园内)

T: 5228 1588 Hours: 11.30am - 2pm, 5

富民路38号 (近延安路)

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

with authentic Indonesian cuisine to boot.

Mai Thai Cuisine •1019Chiang Kangding Lu (near Yanping Lu).

T: 6248 1998

泛亚风情餐厅: 仙霞路369号虹桥美 爵酒店二楼

Park). T: 6248 6970 Romantic atmosphere

Thai

Consistent performer with a wonderful garden for al fresco Thai dishes.

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

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

Pizza

虹梅路3338弄，虹梅休闲街；浦东 红枫路259号，近碧云；淮海西路 570号第59幢C6

With graceful and cosy dining ambiance.

Hours: 6am-10.30pm

Kitchen •LaneNepali 819, 4 Julu Lu. T: 5404 6281 Hours: 11am-2pm, 6-11pm

Designed to sate the cravings of those foodies who it pains to settle on a single dish, tapas brings all the flavours of Spain to your table in one sitting. Hours: 10am-2am

Pizza Marzano – Pizza Express •380 Huangpi Nan Lu, Xintiandi South

•UnitLuna Crossroad 1, House 15, North Block, Xintiandi, •B5-B6, Shanghai City Centre, 100 Zunyi Lane 181 Taicang Lu. T: 6336 1717 Still going strong in its great Xintiandi location. Hours: 11.30am - 2am

T: 6465 8345. 259 Hongfeng Lu (near Biyun Lu), Pudong. T: 3382 1686.

Red Town, C6, Building 59, 570 Huaihai Zhong Lu T: 6415 9567

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

• Asiatique The Flavors of Asia •2F,Maya Shanghai Grand Plaza, Club House, 2F, 369 Xianxia Lu, Grand Mercure

花园石桥路33号2楼, 近富城路

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

长宁路1018号上海龙之梦万丽酒店26楼

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

Haiku's sister restaurant is a solid choice for a sushi lunch in Lujiazui.

•24Itoya Ruijin Er Lu. T: 6467 1511.

Fitness fiends love the healthy lunch and long salad bar.

•1F,Leonardo’s Hilton Hotel, 250 Huashan Lu.

Japanese Restaurant •3F,Benkay Hotel Nikko Shanghai, 488 Yan’an

弁庆日餐厅：延安西路488号上海日 航酒店三楼

Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel).

T: 6115 8888

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

T: 6481 2005. 335 Yongjia Lu (near Xiangyang Nan Lu). T: 5466 6355

仙炙轩：汾阳路150号

Benkay offers sushi, tempura and teppanyaki.

•26F,Azur 1018 Changning Lu (Renaissance

Flavourful falafels! And don’t miss the takehome dips. Hours: 10am-10pm

Former home of legendary General Bai set in immaculate gardens. Japanese and Korean cuisine cooked on smoke-free grills.

Xi Lu. T: 3211 9999

Mediterranean

Hours: 11:30am – 10pm

鲤鱼日餐厅：恒丰路500号2楼

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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

Las Tapas •House 33, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu.

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

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 Centre, 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

Thai Gallery •No.127-1 Datian Lu (near Beijing Xi

沃尔玛超市(南浦大桥分店)：浦东临沂 北路252-262号

Don’t miss the aesthetics while enjoying the authentic Thai food in a tatami seat. Hours: 11am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-12.30am

Bei Lu, Pudong. T: 5094 5881

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

Lu). T: 6217 9797

大田路127-1号 (近北京西路)

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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. 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)

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

T: 6221 2953 Hours: 11am-10pm 闵行区华漕镇保乐路664号

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

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

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)

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kush 98 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 (near Caoxi Bei Lu). T: 6426 7698

French-named, fusion-style, vegetarianemphasis restaurant in Xujiahui.

Hours: 10am-10pm

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

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 5pm-2am, Sun 3pm-1am

Bar •2F,Aquarium 6 Bund, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu.

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

T: 6339 2779

If we’ve seen a bigger fish tank in a bar, it was in a Bond film. Mon-Thurs, Sun 6pm-1am, Fri-Sat 6pm-3am 中山东一路外滩6号2楼

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The Avenue 1F, The Podium, InterContinental Shanghai Puxi, 500 Hongfeng Lu. T: 5253 9999 x 6311

The stylish lounge and bar houses a first class selection of fine wines and cocktails. 恒丰路500号,上海浦西洲际酒店1楼

231 Nanjing Xi Lu (inside People's Park). T: 6318 0220

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)

Golden Bull has been in HK for 30 years and has now arrived in Shanghai, with an elegant environment and delicate dishes. 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

Lu). T: 6466 6565.

Cosmopolitan cocktails, flavoured mojitos and a tapas menu suitable for sharing.

Private hire available. Hours: Daily 5pmlate. www.glolondon.com

•154Manhattan Nanyang Lu (near Xikang Lu).

T: 6247 6656

•145Mela Nanyang Lu (near Xikang Lu).

陕西南路35号6楼 (近长乐路)

T: 6258 1090 Hours: 10pm-late 南阳路145号 (近西康路)

太仓路181弄新天地广场北里8号

M1NT Club 24F, 318 Fuzhou Lu. T: 6391 2811

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Passage •LaneTime 1038, 183 Huashan Lu (near

福州路318号24楼

A perfectly comfortable and nicely unexceptional pub up an alley.

Hours: Wed - Sat 9pm-late. bookings@m1ntglobal.com

Hours: Every day from 6pm - late. bookings@m1ntglobal.com

8F, 27 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 2322 0888 This rooftop bar features a

98 •333Mini Hengshan Lu (near Wuxing Lu).

中山东一路27号

衡山路333号 (近吴兴路)

9 •87F,Cloud Grand Hyatt, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji

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

Bar •2F,Monkey 807 Zhaojiabang Lu (near Gao’an

at Park 97 •2A Upstairs Gaolan Lu, Fuxing Park (near

Entertaining visitors in Shanghai? Take them here for a tipple. Hours: Sun-Fri 6pm-12.30am, Sat 10am-9.30pm

Hours: 6pm-2am

The cycle of life: from monkey bars to Monkey Bar. Hours: 10pm-late

8pm-2am, Fri-Sat 8pm-4am

新天地兴业路123弄2座

Dadao, Pudong. T: 5049 1234 x 8787

Fuzhou Lu). T: 6321 5398

中山东一路6号4楼 (近福州路)

Bridge •253Jasmine Jiashan Lu (near Jianguo Xi Lu).

T: 5465 2680

Terracotta warriors overlook the proceedings from niches in the walls.

Hours: 11.30am-2am

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

嘉善路253号 (近建国西路)

A decadent place to unwind while listening to the live band playing a mix of jazz and classic Chinese songs. Hours: 8pm-late

Dong Lu. T: 6321 6888

中山东一路6号3楼

Jazz Bar •GF,The Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20 Nanjing Jazz music and classic cocktails remain the star attractions. Enjoy the legendary Old Jazz Band as well as Theo Croker’s Sextet.

Hours: 5pm-2am. www.fairmont.com 爵士吧 和平饭店中国上海南京东路 20号 200002

Jenny’s Blue Bar •7 Donghu Lu (near Huaihai Zhong Lu).

Lu). T: 6438 9148

肇家浜路807号2楼 (近高安路)

Lounge •3F,Moonsha 5 on the Bund. T: 6323 1117

Relaxed lounge with an extensive martini menu, wine selection and an array of Japanese snacks. Hours: 9.30pm-1am. www.moonsha.net 中山东一路外滩5号3楼

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The CO2 Cigar Bar is where cigar connoisseurs and those who indulge occasionally gather to share their love of the finer things in life.

华山路267号，希尔顿酒店对面

•1F,Cuba Shanghai JC Mandarin, 1225

(同乐坊) 余姚路68号

Room •92F,Music Park Hyatt Shanghai, 100 Shiji Dadao. T: 6888 1234 x 4560

Live Music every Monday to Saturday and Ladies' Night every Wednesday, from 8.30 - 10.30pm

•142Judy’s Tongren Lu (near Nanjing Xi Lu).

Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6279 1888 x 5232

T: 6289 3715

Excellent decor, fine wines and – obviously – a wide range of quality cigars.

Hours: 5.30pm-12.30am 南京西路1225号1楼

Martini Bar •1F,D&G 6 on the Bund, 6 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6339 0268

Yes, that D&G. Cocktails and couture, darling. Hours: 5-10.30pm

Beaver •28 The Yueyang Lu (near Dongping Lu).

中山东一路外滩6号

岳阳路28号，近东平路

T: 6327 3733 Hours: 8.30pm - 3am

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

Exchange •2F,Dublin HSBC Building, 101 Yincheng Dong Lu, Pudong. T: 6841 2052 Bay •15Halong Lujiazui Lu (inside Lujiazui Park).

T: 5877 1231. 5F, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu (near Zhaojiabang Lu).

T: 6447 9690 Hours: 10am-10pm

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)

An Irish pub (who’d have guessed it?) for the lads and lasses who live east of the Huangpu River. Hours: Mon-Fri 10am11pm, Sat 5-11pm

Hours: 5pm-2am

虹梅路3338弄虹梅休闲街11栋 (近 延安西路)

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Lu). T: 5465 4755

Live bands, “special beers” and cocktails.

Hours: 1pm - 2am

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Bar •300Wunder Liaoyuan Xi Lu (near Dalian Lu).

和韵：大沽路393号

衡山路4号 (近乌鲁木齐南路)

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)

•2F,Niche The Westin Shanghai, 88 Henan

Zhong Lu. T: 6335 1888 x 7342

A bar-cum-nightclub, perfect for evening soirees of cool cocktails and hot jazz.

Happy Hour: 5.30-9.30pm 河南中路88号威斯汀大饭店2楼

Manhattan •231Old Huashan Lu (across from Hilton

Shanghai).T: 6248 2777 Hours: 5pm-5am 华山路231号

Now a retro British pub, this villa used to house liquor factory workers.

•1377Oscar’s Fuxing Zhong Lu (near Baoqing

Long Bar •Waldorf Astoria Club L Level, 2

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 12 - 8pm

For a taste of Old Shanghai, look no further than the Waldorf's Long Bar. Hours: 2pm - 1am

Papa’s Bierstube •House 22 - 24, Lane 3338 Hongmei

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

Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 6322 9988

Lounge & Bar •2A Lux Gaolan Lu (near Sinan Lu).

T: 6327 1800

Lu). T: 6431 6528

奥斯卡：复兴路1377号(近宝庆路)

Lu. T: 6465 8880

T: 3377 3373

Hours: Mon-Fri 2pm-late, Sat-Sun 12pm-late 辽源西路300号 (近大连路)

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X 46 46F, 889 Yanggao Nan Lu, Pudong.

T: 5050 4888

46 floors up in Pudong’s Sofitel. Hours: Sun-Thu 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

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.

T: 5383 2328 / 5383 2208

•1877Eddy’s Huaihai Zhong Lu (near

皋兰路2号甲 (近思南路)

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

Turns out there is room for another Bund Bar with Lujiazui views.

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

Zhong Lu (near Huangpi Nan Lu).

T: 6288 6222

都柏林：浦东银城东路101号，汇 丰大厦2楼

淮海中路1877号 (近天平路)

(near Yan'an Xi Lu). T: 6465 9833

Xueye Lu (near Nanmatou Lu).

T: 3858 1188

Narcissus •4 Hengshan Lu (near Wulumuqi Nan

Red •393Wine Dagu Lu (near Shimen Yi Lu).

南昌路125号 (近茂名南路)

肇家浜路1111号5楼

3D Art Bar •House 11, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu

Liquor Factory •InterContinental Shanghai Expo, 1188

Underground •698Windows Nanjing Xi Lu (near Wujiang Lu).

虹梅路3338号虹梅休闲街22-24号, 近延安西路

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NIGHT

淮海西路280号 (近番禺路)

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

Go along for eins steine or two.

Tianping Lu). T: 6282 0521

Mekong River 5F, Metro City, 1111 Zhaojiabang Lu. T: 6426 8256

Koala Bar 280 Huaihai Xi Lu (near Panyu Lu).

T: 5258 8779

Revel in the view from this rooftop bar while sipping cocktails. Hours: Sun - Thu 5pm - 1am; Fri & Sat 5pm - 2am

南京西路1225号3楼

JW's酒廊：南京西路399号40楼

Lu). 739 Dingxi Lu (near Yan'an Xi Lu). Taikang Terrace, Room 202, 169 Jianguo Zhong Lu. T: 6280 5688

VUE Bar 32F, West Tower, Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu (near Wuchang Lu).

T: 6393 1234 x 6348

Elegant lounge and wine and tapas bars, plus restaurant. Hours: 11.30am-2pm, 6.30-10pm

Still the same expansive city views, great music and an emphasis on champagne.

Hours: 5.30pm - 2am

Kaiba •479 Wuding Lu (near Shaanxi Bei

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.

Nanjing Xi Lu (near Xikang Lu).

T: 6279 1888 x 5306

Xi Lu. T: 5359 4969 x 6864

新天地太仓路181弄北里5号

Shanghai Expo, 1188 Xueye Lu (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1188

Bar & Grill •3F,Wine Shanghai JC Mandarin, 1225

铜仁路142号 (近延安西路)

Often a refuge for tourists who tire of the Xintiandi circus, but it’s worthwhile for locals too. Hours: Sun-Thu 7am-12am, Fri & Sat 7am-late

Vista •Lobby level, InterContinental

Cheap drinks, heavy bass and lot's of space for wacky dance moves. www.windowsbar.com

Shanghai’s longest running party venue.

181, Taicang Lu. T: 3307 0798

皋兰路2号甲 (复兴公园内)

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T: 6218 8166

东湖路7号 (近淮海中路)

KABB •House 5, North Block, Xintiandi, Lane

Sinan Lu).T: 5383 2328 Hours Sun-Thu

东雪野路1188号 (近南码头路) 上海 世博洲际酒店一楼

Entertainment •68 Muse Yuyao Lu (Tong Le Fang).

T: 6415 7019 Hours: 1pm-2am CO2 Cigar Bar The Longemont Shanghai. 2F, 1116 Yan’an Xi Lu. T: 6115 9988 x 8250

Relaxed environment with food upstairs and friendly bar staff. Special events on Friday nights. Hours: 12pm-4am

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)

A coloured glass extravaganza of a bar bang in the middle of Xintiandi.

Hours: 1.30pm-1.30am 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

T: 6248 1588

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•UnitTMSK 2, North Block, Lane 181, 11

Taicang Lu, Xintiandi. T: 6326 2227

Lounge •40F,JW’S Bar & Restaurant JW Marriott Hotel, 399 Nanjing •267Crossroads Huashan Lu (opposite the Hilton).

Bounty Rhumerie Bounty Jing’an. 550 Wuding Lu (near Shaanxi Bei Lu). T: 2661 9368.

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

华山路1038弄183号 (近复兴西路)

T: 6433 2896 Hours: 2pm-4am

Lu. T: 6339 1199

T: 6474 3216

Fuxing Xi Lu). T: 6240 2588

great Bund view. www.rooseveltchina.com

For quality jazz and an impressive wine list. www.cjwchina.com

•BundBar18,Rouge 7F, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi

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

T: 6355 8999

泰康路288号 (近瑞金二路)

福州路318号24楼

皋兰路２号甲，复兴公园内

740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0734

Club Lounge •LaneT8181, 8 Taicang Lu, Xintiandi.

Comfortable sofas, a great selection of unique cocktails and an excellent wine list.

SKY Bar, THE HOUSE OF •ROOSEVELT

Fri-Sat 8pm-4am.

Bar •2F,The The Langham, Yangtze Boutique,

Beautiful bar for beautiful people. Hours: Daily, 11.30am - 1am

T: 6415 8180

CJW •House 2, Lane 123 Xinye Lu,

Xintiandi. T: 6385 6677 / 6385 2277

•6F,SUGAR 35 Shaanxi Nan Lu (near Changle Lu). T: 6215 8777

Melting Pot •288The Taikang Lu (near Ruijin Er Lu).

福州路60号(外滩)

A Western-style lounge and outdoor cigar bar. Hours: 9.30am-9.30pm

南阳路154号 (进西康路)

Lounge •24F,M1NT 318 Fuzhou Lu. T: 6391 2811

T: 6329 7333

中山东一路外滩18号7楼

glo London Lounge Bar: •1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu (near Dongping

of Blues & Jazz •60 House Fuzhou Lu. T: 6323 2779

新天地兴业路123弄428室

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 - 12am.

十乐薄薄酒：浦东新区芳甸路599弄 1号(近锦绣路)

Lu). T: 6415 1088

The Camel Sports Bar •1 Yueyang Lu (near Fenyang Lu)

Xintiandi Block 6. T: 5386 8088

T: 5383 2328 Hours Sun-Thu 8pm-2am,

茂名南路172号 (近永嘉路)

Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu). T: 6321 8447

Club G Plus •Room 428, Xingye Lu, Lane 123,

at park 97 •2A upstairs Gaolan Lu (inside Fuxing Park).

Hours: 11am-1am. www.hofbraeu.com.cn

3699. 39 Taojiang Lu. T: 6431 2668

Bund Brewery •TheThe Custom House, 11 Hankou Lu (near

浦东世纪大道88号金茂君悦大酒店87楼

Changshu Lu). T: 6445 8082

(near Jinxiu Lu). T: 5033 9113

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

T: 6437 9446

Barbarossa Restaurant & •Lounge

Factory •172MMaoming Nan Lu (near Yongjia

BRIX •South Bund 22

Hours: 5.30pm-2am

南京西路325号上海美术馆5楼

Hofbräuhaus Shanghai •309 Jinyan Lu (Pudong). T: 6163

东平路5号甲

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

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

www.thebundbrewery.com.cn

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

Lujiazui Xi Lu, Pudong New Area, Shanghai. T: 6836 9711

Golden Bull Central Plaza Shop: 3F, Central Plaza, 381 Huaihai Zhong Lu (near Madang Lu). T: 6391 5589.

IFC Shop: L3-19, 8 Shiji Dadao, Pudong. T: 6190 8170

www.bluemarlin.cn.

上海浦东金桥碧云国际社区蓝天路689 号;上海浦东芳甸路185号大拇指广场.

•Add:BB18F,Vietnamese 21 Super Brand Mail, 168

巨鹿路889号(11-12幢1-2层) (近 常熟路)

Shanghai. 185 Fangdian Lu. T: 6886 7376. Thumb Plaza. Pudong, Shanghai T: 5030 9676.

789 南京路: 南京东路789号(64-66楼)

Vietnamese

Located in an old villa on Julu Lu and serving some of the best Vietnamese cuisine in Shanghai. www.fccshanghai.com

Marlin Shanghai •689Blue Lantian Lu, Jinqiao Pudong

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

T: 6433 6511

Bar •6F,Glamour 5 on the Bund (near Guangdong Lu). T: 6329 3571

www.m-theglamourbar.com 外滩5号6楼

Downstairs lounge and bar in the Park 97 complex.

Club •4F,M2 Hong Kong Plaza, 283 Huaihai Large club featuring international DJs playing house and hip-hop. Hours: 9pm -late. www.museshanghai.com

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).

T: 6433 5710 Hours: 2pm - 2am

Zeal •South Bund 22

Bar •25F,Zpark Zpark Bar, Renaissance

Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel, 1018 Changning Lu. T: 6115 8818

Get your drink and your groove on at this hotel bar.

WINE

Fine Wines •17FASC & 18F, BM InterContinental

衡山路237号 (近高安路)

Business Centre, 100 Yutong Lu. T: 6056 1999

Bo Bo Jiu Lounge •LaneShile 599, 1 Fangdian Lu, Pudong

裕通路100号洲际商务中心17-18楼

www.asc-wines.com

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Wine Residence by ASC •57 The Jiangyin Lu. T: 6318 0857 ASC藏酒轩：江阴路57号

T: 6448 0882

华山路2088号汇银广场1904室

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1388 Huamu Lu. T: 6169 8856

A massive 24-hour gym with amenities galore and something for the entire family.

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Aussino Cellar 2F, 1-3 Weihai Lu. T: 5118 1299

Me WellNess 668 Huai'an Lu (near Xi Suzhou Lu).

黄浦区威海路1-3号

OZ Body Fit 717 Huai'an Lu (near Xi Suzhou Lu).

T: 6288 5278 / 135 6424 0374

Over 800 wines from 200 wineries. Wine club membership, exclusive discounts, tastings and events. Hours: 10am-12am. www.aussino.net

Classes for kickboxing, yoga and more. www.mewellness.com

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Millesimes •415Aux Shaanxi Bei Lu (near Beijing Xi

Thai boxing studio run by tough-guy Tomer Oz. www.ozbodyfit.com

Lu). T: 5213 7883

Wellness •2F,One Block C, 98 Yanping Lu (near

www.auxmillesimes.com

Brachetto d’Acqui •2000 Jianhe Lu. T: 6262 1377.

218 Changde Lu. T: 6279 3551

剑河路2000号; 常德路218号

Cellar Door Wines •1-103A, 508 Jiashan Lu. T: 5466 6936 Australian wine specialist with the city's only free tasting section. www.cdwines.com.cn 为生活喝一杯.

Cheese & Fizz •119 Madang Lu, North Block,

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 French gourmet food and bottles of bubbles and table wines.

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

East Meets West Fine Wines •Room 202, Man Po International

Business Centre, 660 Xinhua Lu (near Dingxi Lu). T: 6282 4966 www.emw-wines.com

新华路660号万宝国际商务中心202室

• 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 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).

T: 6340 0955

Representative office and retail store. www.jointekfinewines.com

骏德酒业：威海路409号 (近石门 一路)

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

Dental Clinic •7F,Care Room 9, Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu. T: 5047 1790 www.care2004.com

陆家嘴168号正大广场7楼09室

Free door-to-door delivery from a climatecontrolled warehouse within 24 hours of order, from Monday to Friday. cellar.door@summergate.com

House of Roosevelt has one of the largest wine cellars in Asia. www.rooseveltchina.com 中山东一路27号

Torres Wine Trading Co. •Room 301, Bldg 4, 990 Changping Lu. T: 6267 7979 x 807 www.torreschina.com

延平路98号C幢2楼

Pure Tai Chi •Jing’an Centre: 402, Building 12, 470

江宁路495号706-708室

静安馆：静安陕西北路470弄12号402

T: 5115 4575

Dr. Zhou’s Dental Clinic •Room 3001B, Jianhui Mansion, 922 Hengshan Lu (next to the Pacific Department Store, Xujiahui).

T: 6447 0390 衡山路922号3001B

• General and Cosmetic Dental Centre of Shanghai United Family Hospital and Clinics 1139 Xianxia Lu. T: 5133 1909 仙霞路1139号

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Global Health Care Medical and Dental Centre Room 301, Kerry Center, 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 5298 6339

Hours: Mon-Fri: 8am-7pm; Sat-Sun: 9am5pm. www.ghcchina.com 上海全康医疗中心: 南京西路1515号 上海嘉里中心301室

Dental Care •3040Hygeia Yan’an Xi Lu (3721 Hongmei Lu, Hongqiao Pearl City).

T: 6406 1866 / 137 6127 5978

延安西路3040号; 虹梅路3721号

Asia •3F,Orthodontics Ciro’s Plaza, 388 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6473 7733

南京西路388号仙乐斯广场1楼

Dental •7F,ProShine JH Plaza, 2008 Huqingping Lu.

Shaanxi Bei Lu

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 The first international member of IHRSA in China, Raja has more than seven clubs in Shanghai.

SoFit •Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Huanghe, 3388 Sichen Lu, Sijing Town, Songjiang. T: 3761 8888

A fitness facility that embraces a holistic approach to physical and spiritual wellbeing. Hours: 6am-10pm 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

法华镇路（近定西路）525号，A401室

Health Services

www.tiac.com.cn

Ob/Gyn Service •14F,American-Sino Complex Building, Huashan

Dental 思迈登齿科： •4F,Smile 215 Hefei Lu.

Hours: 8am-8pm. www.americanobgyn. com, www.huashanobgyn.com.cn

T: 6295 0099

Hospital, 12 Wulumuqi Zhong Lu (near Changle Lu). T: 6249 3246

乌鲁木齐路12号华山医院综合楼14楼

Shanghai Clinic •LaneBioscor 89, 5 Xingguo Lu (near Hunan Lu). T: 6431 8899

Shanghai United Family •Hospital - Dental Clinic

8 Quankou Lu (near Linquan Lu).

T: 2216 3909

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)

Hours: Mon & Wed 9am-7pm; Tues, ThurSat 9am-5pm; closed Sun www.ufh.com.cn

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

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www.hhp.org.cn

上海国际医院：上海市浦东新区红 枫路525号

Landseed Hospital •7F,Shanghai 937 Yan'an Xi Lu Internationally trained medical team provides family medicine, gynaecology, general surgery, pediatrics, and more. www.landseedhospital.com.cn 延安西路937号7楼

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Shanghai United Family Hospital 1139 Xianxia Lu. T: 2216 3900 (hospital) / 2216 3922 or 2216 3936 (appointments) / 2216 3999 (24 hour emergency hotline)

Wulumuqi Zhong Lu). T: 5403 6548 / 5403 0594 www.wine-link.com 安福路228弄18号(近乌鲁木齐路)

•UnitYangjiu 5A, 1375 Huaihai Zhong Lu (near Fuxing Zhong Lu). T: 6431 6275

A website that distributes imported wines, Champagne, spirits, food and wine accessories. They can deliver to your door in 24 hours. www.yangjiu.com 淮海中路1375号5A座 (近复兴路)

HEALTH •

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.

www.bisschina.com

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Concordia INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SHANGHAI 999 Mingyue Lu (near Yunshan Lu), Jinqiao. T: 5899 0380 www.ciss.com.cn 浦东金桥明月路999号

Fitness & Yoga

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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Dulwich College Shanghai (DCS) DCS Main Campus: 266 Lan'an Road, Jinqiao, Pudong. DUCKS Campus: 425 Lan'an Road, Jinqiao, Pudong. T: 5899 9910 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

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AUMNIE, YOGA WEAR Shop: 60 Xinle Lu, 3F, near Xiangyang Bei Lu, T: 5404 3135, Hotline: 4008 111 683 Canadian born, health and wellness inspired. Made for active and mindful living. 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

Centre •6F,Fitness Hotel Main Tower, InterContinental Hotel Shanghai, 500 Hengfeng Lu. T: 5253 9999 x 6268

A well-equipped fitness centre featuring personalised training programs, plus a sauna, steam room and yoga room.

恒丰路500号,上海浦西洲际酒店6楼

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Global Nutra-Express Room 606, 261 Yunnan Nan Lu. T: 138 1848 8508 / 139 1826 5447

Hours: 10am-5pm. www.globalnutra-express.cn

Club •LevelHealth 4, InterContinental Shanghai

Expo, 1188 Xueye Lu, Pudong (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1188

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

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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

Asia •21F,Healthline HSBC Tower, 101 Yincheng Dong

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easyMandarin Xinzha Lu Campus (main campus): Suite 604, 1851 Xinzha Lu (near Jiaozhou Lu). T: 6253 2235 / 5213 1815. www.easymandarin.cn

Lu, Pudong. T: 6215 3513

European and US style insurance plans. www.healthlineasia.com 银城东路101号汇丰大厦21楼

Huashan Worldwide Medical •Centre

12 Wulumuqi Zhong Lu. T: 5288 7250. Out-patient clinic: 8F, Building 1. Night Emergency: 15F, Building 6. T: 6248 3986 / 6248 9999 Hours: 8am-10pm (out-patient clinic), 10pm-8am (night emergency)

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International Peace Maternity and Child Health Hospital of the China Welfare Institute 910 Hengshan Lu (near Tianping Lu).

T: 6447 0399 / 6407 9476 www.pmehk.com

衡山路910号 (近天平路)

International School •384Fudan Guoquan Lu. T: 6511 1292 /

Specialists from around the world in the fields of orthopedics, physiotherapy, sports medicine, and neurology. www.sinounitedhealth.com

I Mandarin Shanghai Centre: Suite 721, hanghai 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

Nanjing Xi Lu (across from HSBC Bank). T: 6289 8511. Kerry Parkside, 1378 Huamu Lu, B130B (across from Watsons). T: (400) 611 0212 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

Preschool, kindergarten, and elementary grades one to six. www.rbischina.org

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Shanghai American School Minhang Campus: 258 Jinfeng Lu, Zhudi Town. T: 6221 1445.

Pudong Campus: 1600 Lingbai Gong Lu www.saschina.org 闵行校区: 金丰路258号; 浦东校区: 凌白公路1600号

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

Shanghai Melody Mandarin •Training Centre T: 6228 0588 / 6228 0586

Shanghai Singapore •International School

Minhang Campus: 301 Zhujian Lu. T: 6221 9288. Xuhui Campus: 1455 Huajing Lu. T: 6496 5550 www.ssis.cn

www.suis.com.cn

Sino United Health •Shanghai Centre (Portman) Clinic:

WHS •Shanghai Centre: 1F, 106D, 1376

2381 Hongqiao Lu (inside Shanghai Zoo). T: 6268 9773 / 6268 3121

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

徐汇区石龙路980弄3号101室(近老 沪闵路)

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)

Rainbow Bridge •International School

Shanghai United •International School

They assist in identifying and treating academic, communication or social problems using evidence-based systems. www.essentiallearninggroup.com

Suite 601, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6279 8920. Jinqiao Clinic: Lane 300, 16 Hongfeng Lu (near Biyun Lu), Jinqiao, Pudong. T: 5030 7810

www.newconceptmandarin.com

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

www.ufh.com.cn

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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

New Concept Mandarin •T: 5228 2950

Shanghai Community •International School

Room 101, Lane 980, 3 Shilong Lu (near Lao Humin Lu). T: 5206 6273

Dr. Harriet Jin's Dental Surgery •Room KERRY SPORTS 1904, Hui Yin Plaza, 2088 •Kerry Hotel Pudong Shanghai, 4F, Huashan Lu (near Hongqiao Lu).

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The British International •School

THE ESSENTIAL LEARNING •GROUP

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

Art Dentistry Room 801, Oriental Centre, 21 Wujiang Lu (near Nanjing Xi Lu).

T: 5211 0521 artdentistry@126.com

荣华东道126号2楼

新闸路1851号604室 (近胶州路)

One of the best international yoga centres in Shanghai. www.bnsyoga.com

Dental

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Huashan Pudong Hospital International Division Managed

by United Family Healthcare Ground floor, Area A & B, 525 Hongfeng Lu, Pudong. Appointments: 5030 9907

Wine Discoveries offers 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.

Wine-Link •House 18, Lane 228 Anfu Lu (near

浦东金桥灵山路56号2000弄

Brain School 2F, 126 Ronghua Dong Dao. T: 6295 0461www.brainschool.com.cn

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

United Family Minhang Clinic Shanghai Racquet Club, Ground Floor Clubhouse. Lane 555 Jinfeng Lu, Hua Cao Town, Minhang District.

T: 2201 0995

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Miracle Mandarin Xuhui Campus: 1195 Fuxing Zhong Lu (Shaanxi 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.

T: 5075 5472

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

Shanghai International •Hospital

恒隆广场；新天地；浦东陆家嘴；

Children Academy •56 Montessori Lingshan Lu, Jinqiao, Pudong.

沪南路2979号600; 闵行区金光路111号

Shanghai Gleneagles International Medical, Dental & Surgical Centre 4F, 389 Nanjing Xi Lu, Tomorrow Square (same building as the JW Marriott Hotel). T: 6375 5588

Xintiandi Centre. T: 6390 6979.

Pudong, Lujiazui. T: 5054 0033

www.mandarinhouse.cn

复兴中路1195号(陕西南路路口); 青海路90弄50号(近南京西路);

东方路1678号

scmcmed@online.sh.cn

Mandarin House •Plaza 66 Centre. T: 6288 2308.

www.miraclemandarin.com. course@miraclemandarin.com.

1678 Dongfang Lu. T: 5873 2020

13, 505 Zhongshan Nan Lu. T: 6152 6680

黄浦区中山南路505号老码头，13号 楼101室

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）

Pudong: 600 Cambridge Forest New Town, 2729 Hunan Lu. T: 5812 7455.

Puxi: 111 Jinguang Lu, Huacao Town, Minhang District. T: 5226 3211

Shanghai Children’s Medical •Centre

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

Discoveries •TheWine Cool Docks, Room 101-111, No.

expatriate children. www.activekidz.org

Parkway Health Medical •CENTRES

525 Hongfeng Lu. T: 3871 9999 x 1222

The Shanghai international •aesthetic clinic

Hours: 10am – 7pm. T: (400) 882 0506 www.smiledent.cn

瑞金二路197号瑞金医院新门诊12楼

www.spinshanghai.com SpinShanghai is a pay-as-you-go spinning studio in the FFC. A revolutionary way to strip fat faster than any other gym-based method in a bright airy space and thumpin' tunes. From RMB100 per spin. Personal training also from RMB100.

Xianghuaqiao Lu. T: 139 1804 4705

International 24 hour Alarm Centre for medical emergencies that require evacuation. First aid kits and training available.

Suite 208, 1275 Yingchun Lu, Pudong District. T: 3868 5118 / 139 1890 7562

Comprehensive eye care clinic. Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. www.rjeye.com

南京西路389号明天广场4楼

• AEA

www.proshine-dental.com

Hospital, 197 Ruijin Er Lu (near Shaoxing Lu). T: 6437 7445

SPIN SHANGHAI •A401, 525 Fahuazhen Lu A401, near

T: 5988 5898

Roosevelt Wine Cellar, THE •HOUSE OF ROOSEVELT

2F, 27 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. T: 2322 0888

China’s first carbon neutral gym offers an exclusive club environment and the latest innovations in fitness from Technogym. www.onewellness.com.cn

Cidi Dental Clinic •Room 706-708, 495 Jiangning Lu.

上海浦东新区迎春路1275号208室

Summergate •T: 6329 4433 x 109

Xinzha Lu). T: 6267 1550

Vision Eye Clinic •12F,New New Outpatient Building, Ruijin

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。

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 Campus, Century Park: 1433 Dongxiu Lu. T: 5045 6475 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

6433 1258 www.fis.net.cn

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www.imandarin.net

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

International Division of •Shanghai International Studies University 295 Zhongshan Bei Yi Lu (near Guangzhong Lu). T: 6516 0844 www.sfls.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

American School •AlleyLivingston 177, 29 Tianshan Lu (near Xiehe Lu). T: 6291 2509 www. laschina.org

天山路177弄29号

Mandarin Family – The •Language Centre of Chinese

Jinqiao Campus: Room 302, Lane 199, 40 Biyun Lu (near Biyun Carrefour). T: 5030 9916 www.mandarinfamily.com

金桥校区：碧云路199弄40号302室

The WESTERN INTERNATIONAL •SCHOOL OF SHANGHAI (WISS) 555 Lianmin Lu, Qingpu.

T: 6976 6388

A future-orientated school with a diverse and compassionate community. Its goal is for its students to enter the world as wellbalanced, global citizens. www.wiss.cn 青浦区联民路555号

Kindergartens Creativity Kindergarten •T: 6482 0881

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

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JULIA GABRIEL CENTRE FOR •LEARNING 75 Wuxing Lu. T: 6437 3773

Playgroup and Edu-drama programs for children from six months to eight years in English and Mandarin. Preschool, nursery and kindergarten classes also available. www.juliagabriel.com

Huangjinchengdao Shop: Room 201, 735 Huangjinchengdao Lu. T: 6208 9200. Dapu Shop: 550 Xujiahui Lu. T: 5465 9959. Dagu Shop: 508 Dagu Lu. T: 3366 2778

T: 5466 0505

Hours: 10am-10pm. www.cmmbeauty.com

COLORISTE •2F, Diage Complex, 20 Donghu Lu. T: 5404 7861 Founded by Asia’s hair

吴兴路75号

colourist master, Jun Laung, COLORISTE is a stylish and chic choice for hair colour, styling and care. www.coloriste.net

Little Eton Bilingual •Kindergarten

Diva Life Nails & Beauty •Tower 3, German Centre, 88

592 Wanping Nan Lu (near Lingling Lu). T: 6469 0445

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

宛平南路592号 (近零陵路)

Shanghai MeiMei Montessori •Kindergarten

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）

1129 Zhuguang Lu. T: 3319 9422 www.s-m-k.com.cn.

上海美美双语幼儿园: 徐泾镇诸光路 1117弄20弄

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Dragonfly Crossroads @ Donghu 2F, 218 Xinle Lu, Xuhui District (near Donghu Lu). T: 5403 6133

• SHANGHaI MONTESSORI

KINDERGARTEN Qingpu Campus 1230 Zhuguang Lu. T: 5988 6688 诸光路1230号

• Shanghai montessori

kindergarten Xuhui Campus 21 Donghu Lu. T: 5403 7699

• SHANGAHI XIANGYANG

BILINGUAL Kindergarten 1481 Huqingping Lu (near Zhuguang Lu). T: 5988 6116 www.xiangyang.sh.ejt.cn 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 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 闵行区：古美路50号（近莲花路） 徐汇区：复兴西路43号

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

Beauty Farm •Shop 210, Central Plaza, 381

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

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Beauty Salon Room 1701, Kun Yang Business Centre, 798 Zhaojiabang Lu. T: 6473 8572 肇家浜路798号1701室

Bronze Bodies •209A, Infinity Plaza, 138 Huaihai

吴兴路75号，近衡山路

BEAUTY

HAIR SALON SPA •15AMANI Wujiang Lu (next to the

Shanghai TV Station). T: 5213 5823.

1071 Meihua Lu, Pudong (near the International Expo Centre). T: 6093 6068.

1078 Pudong Nan Lu. T: 2023 5935 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

APSARA Spa •457 Shaanxi Bei Lu (near Beijing Xi

Contemporary Asian retreat.

Hours: 10am-1am. www.dragonfly.net

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

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)

世纪大道88号金茂大厦J-life1楼15号

Just BB •T: (400) 8202 203

Just BB is a new generation of nude makeup for beautiful women. www.justbbcream.com

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)

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 杭州大厦一店；杭州大厦 二店；昆明店；宁波店;福建店。

APSARA Spa is a unique spa brand inspired by aesthetics of Angkorian (Cambodian).

Our vision is to restore your tranquility with the ancient Asian wellness philosophy.

APSARA is one of the best places for a South East Asian flavor of relaxation.

Our services incl. spa rituals, soothing massage, rejuvenating facial, nail & waxing.

Vist our website www.apsara.com.cn or call 62585580 for more information.

Dadao. T: 5103 6767

The Living Room Day Spa •55 Xiangyang Bei Lu (near Changle

essensuals.co.uk

Lu). T: 6258 5580

GIn One Spa •1F J-life, Jinmao Tower, 88 Shiji

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

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

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Friendly, professional, high quality service in a convenient location. Hours: 10am-10pm

Nanjing Dong Lu (near Xizang Zhong Lu). T: 3318 9999

Zhong Lu. T: 6335 3091.

Suite 1FB, Silver Tower, Jiu An Plaza, 258 Tongren Lu. T: 6247 7377

Bioscor Shanghai Clinic Lane 89, 5 Xingguo Lu (near Hunan Lu). T: 6431 8899

Centre, between Big Bamboo & Malone’s). T: 6279 0170

•10F,LeLeSpa Royal Méridien Shanghai, 789

Specialising in Western colouring and Japanese hair straightening techniques.

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Nail Salon •208Glamour Nanyang Lu (behind Shanghai

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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 Lu. T: 5213 5778

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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）

Hours:10am-12pm. www.greenmassage.com.cn

上海市徐汇区新乐路２18号2楼

Benson’s Salon Puxi: 778 Jiangning Lu (near Haifang Lu). T: 6277 8778.

Pudong: 1208 Biyun Lu, Jinqiao (near Hongfeng Lu). T: 5030 3878

Art Kindergarten •75 Xuhui Wuxing Lu (near Hengshan Lu).

T: 6474 4595

Hours: 12pm-12am

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Green Massage Xintiandi: 58 Taicang Lu (near 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. Hours: 10:30-2am.

Jinqiao Branch: T: 2023 6727

MIC •MIC Channel One. T: 3131 5145.

MIC Hongqiao Parkson. T: 6237 0083. MIC Cixi, Zhejiang. T: (574) 6393 3555. MIC Shaoxing, Zhejiang.

T: (575) 8511 6660 www.mic-group. com.cn

Nail Salon •UnitM20 21-22F Building, Lane 123

Xingye Lu (at Xintiandi Plaza). T: 5306 1955 Professional manicurists.

新天地兴业路123弄F座21-22

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Oriental Taipan Massage and Spa 39 Donghu Lu. T: 6415 8880

Hours: 12pm-1am. www.taipan.com.com 东湖路39号

馨园水疗: 陕西北路457号(近北京西路)

The Brow Salon •158BrowhAus, Xinle Lu (near Xiangyang Lu).

T: 5403 0011

Hours: 11am-9pm. www.browhaus.cn 新乐路158号

Oh’s Chiropractic Centre •Room 1202, Mingzhu Building,

Massage •29Butterfly Wuxing Lu. T: 6466 5882.

55 Shuicheng Nan Lu (opposite Carrefour Gubei Store). T: 6209 5546

Lane 88, Huichuan Lu (near Changning Lu). T: 5273 5525 Hours: Noon-2am 吴兴路29号

Charme Hair Sculpture •Room 106, 308 Anfu Road (near Wukang Lu). T: 6433 9929

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Bamboo Leaf Rm 403 Oneluijiazui Building, 68 Yincheng Zhong Lu, Lujiazui. T: 5010 6656

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 learn how 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

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.

A trendy salon set in the midst of the form er French Concession offering a high level of professional standards.

Massage •LaneChang 177, 183 Fumin Lu (near Julu Lu). T: 5403 6919 Hours:11am-2am

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

Tanning •B1,Eurosun 376 Wukang Lu (near Hunan Lu).

T: 6126 7628 Dedicated to delivering a

smart tan, Eurosun boasts state-of-the-art tanning beds. Hours: 9.30am - 9pm 武康路376号(近湖南路)

Franck Provost •3182 Hongmei Lu. T: 6446 6928.

No 466, 4F, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu. T: 6407 3172. GF, 35 Shaanxi Nan Lu (near Changle Lu). T: 6267 5171 Global leading hair salon features highly trained stylists and colourists. Hours: 10am - 10pm

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）

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

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Olden Resort Massage 678 Shaanxi 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)

Spa •21F,Quan Renaissance Shanghai Yuyuan

Hotel. 159 Henan Nan Lu. T: 2321 8888 With gymnasium, infinity edge pool, juice bar, indoor spa garden and relaxation areas. Hours: 10am-10pm 河南南路159号

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Chuan Spa 3F, The Langham, Yangtze Boutique.

740 Hankou Lu. T: 6080 0722

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

Club Mayson Shanghai •House 2, 3911 Hongmei Lu.

淮海中路300号香港新世界大厦B3； 浦东蓝天路600号3楼

富民路51号

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Facilities include infinity baths, steam showers, body spray, wet and dry saunas.

T: 6262 8077

虹梅路3911号2室

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CMM Spa 598 Hengshan Lu (near Wanping Lu).

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Comprehensive day spa.

Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm. www.sensationsspa.com

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Senses Shop 413, Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6288 2188. Shop 202, 1138 Pudong Nan Lu, Pudong. T: 6888 2995

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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, 111 Yili Nan Lu. T: 5116 0088 Painless hair removal,TCM Message, PL, yellow lazer

Sino Spa •5F, Regal Jinfeng Hotel, 318 Jingang Lu, Jinqiao. T: 5899 3838 x 3374

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Ctrip T: 400 820 6666

Lemon Zest •1 Taojiang Lu. T: 6466 9099

南京东路507号7楼

Flight Centre •www.flightcentre.com.hk

品厨：桃江路1号

NAIL STUDIO •123VILLY'S Wulumuqi Bei Lu (near Yuyuan Lu

Imtravelin.com •T: 5108 7090

Vita Spa 7F, Hotel Sofitel, 507 Nanjing Dong Lu. T: 6351 5888 x 59 Fully equipped gymnasium and professional massage facilities. All cards.

Hours: Gymnasium 6.30am-11pm, Sauna 6.30am-2am, Spa 9am-3am

and Beijing Xi Lu). T: 3255 8131

With the comfiest chairs and some of the best base coat in town, Villy’s offers the whole package (which includes complimentary wi-fi and wine or tea.

SPECIAL PROMOTIONS 1) Book Manicure or Pedicure get Paraffin wax 50 per cent off. 2) Come Mon-Fri during lunch break (11am-2pm) get free sandwich (Reservations only). Hours 10am-10pm 乌鲁木齐北路123号 (近愚园路和北 京西路口)

An enjoyable and relaxing indulgence. Hours: 7am–10.30pm

SOSPA •Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental, 3388

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Au Nom de la Rose 122 Jianguo Xi Lu (near Shaanxi Nan Lu). T: 6415 3686. The Village, 6 Dongping Lu (near Hengshan Lu). T: 5465 9125 Hours: 10.30am-9pm.

AT KERRY SPORTS •KerrySPAHotel Pudong Shanghai, 4F, 1388

www.aunomdelarose.com

Huamu Lu. T: 6169 8856

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

A multidisciplinary and holistic approach to well-being including physiotherapy, restorative massage, skincare and body treatments inspired by Wudang wushu.

Hours: 10am-11pm

Portraits •4F,Barefoot 668 Huai'an Lu. T: 136 3649 9378 www.barefootportraits.org

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淮安路668号4楼

Massage •370YuWuyuan Lu (near Wukang Lu).

T: 5403 9931

House calls available, taxi fare payable by the client. Hours: 11am-2am

愉庭保健会所: 五原路370号(近武康路口)

Ministry of Waxing •158Strip, Xinle Lu (near Xiangyang Bei Lu).

Yuan Spa •Lower Lobby, Hyatt on the Bund, 199

www.strip-shanghai.cn

Includes 12 spa treatment rooms, a 24 hour fitness centre, swimming pool, whirlpool, steam and sauna rooms, a beauty salon and a juice bar. http:// shanghai.bund.hyatt.com

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

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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

恒丰路568号恒汇国际大厦1601室 ( 近上海火车站 )

10am-10.30pm. www.annabel-lee.com

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

T: 5403 0011 Hours: 11am-9pm daily.

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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 Linen and embroidery. Hours:

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.

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.

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Travelzoo Room 1601, Centro, 568 Hengfeng Lu (near Shanghai Railway Station).

T: 6056 1000

• Annabel Lee – Exquisite Chinese Silk

Sichen Lu, Sijing Town.

T: 3761 8888 × 1555

Highly skilled professional therapists incorporate the wisdom of natural healing to invigorate and restore harmony to your body.

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水疗：浦东金桥金港路318号富豪金 丰酒店五楼

SPA InterContinental Shanghai Expo Level 4, InterContinental Shanghai Expo, 1188 Xueye Lu, Pudong (near Nanmatou Lu). T: 3858 1460

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China's leading online travel services provider. www.ctrip.com

Huangpu Lu. T: 6393 1234 x 6527

源Spa：黄浦路199号上海外滩茂悦大 酒店底层大厅

• 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

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Zen Massage Lane 210 Wuyuan Lu (near Wulumuqi Zhong Lu). T: 3368 x 1227 五原路210弄1号

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Zen Palace Massage 41 Mengzi Dong Lu (near Liyuan Lu).

T: 3308 0893 蒙自东路41号（近丽园路）

TRAVEL Airlines

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Fraser Suites Top Glory Shanghai Lane 600, 1 Yincheng Zhong Lu, Lujiazui. T: 6378 8888

Cathay Pacific •Room 2101-2104, Shanghai Square

EVENTS CHINA •21F,GLRoom 2107, Information

Dragonair •Room 2101-2104, Shanghai Square

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

Office Tower, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: 400 888 6628 / 400 881 3368 (realtime flight information) www.dragonair.com.cn

Edge •85F,Water’s Park Hyatt Shanghai, 100 Shiji

Dadao. T: 6888 1234 x 4250

FIve star TCM and aromatherapy make for one heady spa trip!

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Urban Retreat Wellness & Spa 8F, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6289 7007 Hours: 10am-12am. www.urbanretreat.cn

青籁水疗: 南京西路1376号上海商城 东峰8楼

Village Retreat •2F, 6TheDongping Lu (near Hengshan Lu).

T: 6466 5123

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Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 3222 9999

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B Plus Travel Room 7A, Block A, Jiafa Building, Lane 129 Datian Lu (near Beijing Xi Lu).

T: 6289 9090

bplus@bplustravel.com www.bplustravel.com

Country Holidays •Silver Block, 5F, Unit 5A, Jiu An Plaza,

258 Tongren Lu

铜仁路258号,九安广场,银座5A

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

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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

Lollipop •Flagship Store: No.86 Wulumuqi

Zhong Rd. (near Anfu Rd.) T:5403 2582 Hours: 9am-9pm Gubei Store: No.3211 Hongmei Rd., Suite 606 (near Yanan Rd.) T: 6406 8220 Hours: 9am-6pm Kerry Parkside Store: Shop L209b, Kerry Parkside 1378 Huamu Rd. (near Fangdian Rd.) T: 5043 2161 Hours: 10am-10pm Pudong Jinqiao Store: No.566 Biyun Rd. (in Jinqiao near Yunshan Rd.) T: 6105 9581 Hours: 9am-6pm Stock up on baby gear, apparel, furniture and toys at this kid-friendly store. info@ shanghailollipop.com. www.shanghailollipop.com

徐汇区乌鲁木齐中路86号（近安福 路）；闵行区虹梅路3211号606室（ 近延安路）；浦东新区花木路1378号 浦东嘉里城L209b店（近芳甸路）； 浦东新区碧云路566号（金桥靠近 云山路）

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.

T: 6117 7668

www.modenaresidence.com/shputuo 上海品尊名致精品酒店公寓： 普陀区铜川路58弄1号

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)

www.thegracesfloral.com

淮海西路288弄淮海花园5号楼101室

Tower, 1403 Minsheng Lu, Pudong, Shanghai. T: 5269 4890

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 Centre, East China Normal University, 896 Zaoyang Lu. T: 6280 2294 Fashion, stationery, furniture and homewares, digital products, information directing systems, public facilities and retail display. www.yang-design.com

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

Emirates Airlines •Room 3302, Zhong Xin Buliding, 1466

Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6253 3076

FLORAL •BldgTHE101,GRACES Block 5, Huaihai Xi Garden, Lane 288 Huaihai Xi Lu. T: 138 0195 5944

Office Tower, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu. T: (400) 888 6628 www.cathaypacific.com.cn

Lingerie & Me •Room 28, Building 5, Lane 1173,

Long stay accommodation for both singles and families. Fraser Suites offers a more flexible way to stay in Shanghai.

Air France •Room 3901, Ciro's Plaza, 338 Nanjing Xi Lu. T: 6350 9268

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)

Xuan Antique Furniture •50 Jin Huashi Lu. T: 5425 0613 Traditional artworks, plus centuries-old antique furniture. www.jxgdjj.com 锦轩古董家具：华石路50号

Place Jinqiao Residences •LaneLanson 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

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Lanson Place Jinlin Tiandi Residences Lane 168, 3 Xingye Lu. T: 2306 1888 A home away from home. www.lansonplace.com

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

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

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With a unique storyline, a well-written script and some thrilling action scenes right on your Shanghai doorstep, Looper proves itself as an exciting and entertaining movie experience, and it’s no surprise that the majority of critics have dubbed it one of this season’s must sees.

The film takes place in 2044 where Joe Simmons (Bruce Willis) an ageing assassin from 30 years in the future, is sent to the past to be killed by his younger self, played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

Trying to understand why he is wanted dead, the two Joes go about making links between the past and the present, determined to make sense of what they might have got involved in, and who an organised crime mastermind is - known only as the Rainmaker – that has instructed their deaths.

Despite a complex-sounding plot, writer/director Rian Johnson delivers spectacularly on a fun and fast-paced science fiction film taking place across multiple timezones, and gives us a surprisingly believable leap into a futuristic Shanghai.

Powerful performances are delivered throughout from a star-studded cast, with Gordon-Levitt particularly shining as he succeeds in transforming himself into a younger version of Bruce Willis, perfecting everything from posture and walking style to his token facial expressions and occasional twitches. Viciu Laura

The eagerly awaited sequel to the 2008 film Taken sees Liam Neeson returning as retired CIA agent Bryan Mills, and kicking some serious ass for another 90 minutes. And as sequels go, it picks up pretty well from the original storyline, which Taken lovers will enjoy, but in parts feels a bit cliché, and perhaps doesn’t offer the same “wow” factor as the original film did, with the viewer already knowing that overprotective (and underappreciated) dad, Mills, is also a fierce killing machine.

The Albanian mafia are out for revenge on Mills after he killed members of their family during his last mission to save his daughter.

And so while holidaying in Istanbul with his ex-wife Lenore (Famke Janssen) and daughter Kim (Maggie Grace), Mills finds himself being pursued by crime dons and rings his daughter to tell her, eerie reminiscent of the first film, “your mother and I are going to be taken.”

Neeson is once again excellent as action man Mills, though this time around it’s Grace that shines as the frightened but courageous Kim, who desperately races around rooftops throwing grenades and trying to save her parents.

The trite sub-story of Lenore and Bryan trying to salvage their broken marriage acts as an annoyance, with Janssen’s contribution largely being a string of damsel in distress moments. Still, Taken 2 grips much as the last film did, and fans of the original film won’t be disappointed.

Kerry Allen

With all the Twilight hype still up in the air, a cartoon film about vampires is sure to be on almost every teenager’s bucket list, especially with Adam Sandler providing comedy value in the leading role. However, adults will also get a good, guilty laugh out of Hotel Transylvania, the latest comedy creation directed by Genndy Tartakovsy (Samurai Jack, Dexter’s Laboratory). It’s fiendishly funny, surprisingly quick, and an excellently enjoyable flick with something for the whole family.

Dracula (Adam Sandler) is the owner of Hotel Transylvania, a refuge for monsters, zombies, and every other creature you can imagine from your childhood horror books. However, he’s perhaps not the Dracula you’d expect; far from scary, he’s a massively soft and overprotective father to his 118 year old daughter, Mavis (Selina Gomez), who wants to go out into the world and see how humans live.

Keen to protect her, Dracula convinces Mavis that all humans live in hatred of her kind, and convinces her to stay within the confines of her own home. Of course, all this changes when a misguided backpacker, Johnny (Andy Samberg) turns up at the hotel, with stories of the different places he’s travelled, and a disruptive sense of adventure.

The plot may sound worn, but Hotel Transylvania proves hilariously funny as Dracula tries to evict the curiously naïve Johnny from the premises, and the supporting cast of “monsters” including Steve Buschemi as Wayne the Werewolf, are incredibly funny in their individual roles. Steph Buckingham

If there is one film that anyone should be encouraged to see this month, no, this year, it might just be Argo. A fantastic piece of cinematic genius loosely based on the Iran hostage situation in 1981, when Islamic students and militants took over the American embassy in Tehrain, Argo focuses on the six consulate workers that escaped, taking refuge in the Canadian embassy, and the rather unconventional mission put together by CIA agent Tony Mendez to have them pose as a film crew, in order to exfiltrate them safely back to the US. Directed by and starring Ben Affleck in the lead role as Mendez, Argo takes the viewer believably into 80s Iran, where political conflict is rampant and public hangings are happening on the streets. As the six embassy workers wait in rescue, fearing for their lives, tension is heightened with the Iranian housekeeper suspecting they are fugitives, a team of factory workers piecing together shredded documents from the US embassy that will lead to their being identified, and the US government trying to establish diplomatic connections with Canada as they frantically figure out an escape plan for these hostages in a race against time.

It’s a fantastic film that spectacularly recreated a truly epic moment in modern history, and praise needs to be given to Affleck, who as a director and actor, grips throughout. Right up until the final minute Argo holds the viewer in suspense, and it will be no surprise if it wins multiple awards. Kerry Allen

Out Of Time In Wan Chai

Dodger

Born To Sing: No Plan B

Red

By Fan Tong Blue Lettuce Publishing, pp 139

By Terry Pratchett Doubleday Childrens, pp 368

Out Of Time In Wan Chai is a black comedy short story that takes the reader on a rollercoaster adventure through the back streets of Wan Chai in Hong Kong.

However, ‘rollercoaster’ might be the key word here; this reader came away feeling disorientated, confused and not quite sure what had just happened.

The story centres around three characters: Siu Fung, a young revolutionary, Johnny Kwok, a corrupt policeman and Roger Chambon, a French expat caught in the wrong place at the wrong time. After Siu tries to bomb a tram and makes her escape (somehow remaining pretty much unscathed despite the bomb being in her backpack), a cat and mouse chase ensues between her and Roger (who finds himself accidentally helping Siu), and Johnny. Siu and Roger seek shelter, where they then collectively turn their attention towards plotting an intricate revolutionary revenge plan, even though there’s little indication as to why they’re plotting in the first place (or indeed, why we should care).

With every chapter no longer than two pages, and very limited story background with almost no character development, Out Of Time In Wan Chai will only carry limited appeal to those with a short attention span, though long enough to have already found themselves pretty well informed about Hong Kong’s modern history.

Otherwise, there’s little pull to continue reading this fast paced novelette, which would be better suited to a short film than a story book.

Steph Buckingham

Britain’s fantasy powerhouse is still producing work despite his tragic diagnosis with Alzheimer's a few years ago. And in his latest novel, Pratchett moves away from sci-fi genre and the beloved Discworld universe, with a novel set in the historic 19th century aimed at a young demographic. Set in Dickensian London, and featuring a number of characters that should be familiar to those who know their British history, it tells the tale of the titular Dodger. One night this young sewer rat, a bit grubby around the edges but never-the-less nursing a heart of gold, leaps to the defence of a young woman being attacked. He then becomes embroiled in the mystery surrounding her, and is eager to learn who she is and why somebody wants her dead.

While the plot twists neatly utilise and gently mock the tropes of Dickensian London, readers will find nothing new about Dodger. The underdog urchin with a Cockney charm and the mysterious maiden in distress are formulaic characters that Pratchett himself has sent up better in his previous work. The supporting characters suffer from the same fate and names and details could easily be replaced with descriptions such as 'Busybody Housekeeper' and 'Wise Old Mentor.'

For old Pratchett fans in need of a new fix, this book will provide a quick burst of what is needed. However, those looking for a bit more bite would be better off working back through his older works. Robyn Hughes

Van Morrison goes back to his Moondance days with his 34th studio album, Born To Sing: No Plan B. And although jazz lounge vibes recall memories of his fame-making early 70s works, gone are the days of Morrison crooning about love and romance; his latest album hits a more sombre note with songs addressing the current world financial crisis and economic downturn.

Tracks like ‘End of the Rainbow’ resonate some of Morrison’s darkest subject matter to date (“So much for capitalism, so much for materialism, every penny has now got to be earned…”), but the overall mood of his new ten track album is actually quite mellow and calming. There’s nothing stylistically that’s new, but Morrison proves that at 67, he still has the ability to captivate with his gravelly vocals across the blues and jazz genres. ‘Pagan Heart’ proves particularly out-standing, a catchy blues track about going to Hollywood, and the closing track ‘Educating Archie’ offers the listener a good chuckle, with Morrison being surprisingly vocal about someone enslaving themselves to the media, “They filled his head with so much propaganda, entertainment on TV and all kinds of shite”.

Overall, Born To Sing: No Plan B will not go down in history as one of the Northern Irish singer’s stronger works, but the four years it’s been since his last studio album have proven worth the wait; Morrison still has what it takes to produce entertaining, easy listening music.

Kerry Allen

There’s been a lot of press leading up to Taylor Swift’s fourth studio album, Red, with the singer stating that the inspiration came from, “the kind of tumultuous, crazy, insane, intense, semitoxic relationships that I’ve experienced in the last two years.”

And whether or not you’ve been caught up in the tabloid gossip of Swift being the jilted lover of Katy Perry’s new boyfriend (among others), the songs on Red are screamingly obviously about falling in and out of love.

Track names range from the subtle ‘Red’ and ‘Treacherous’ to the bolder ‘I Knew You Were Trouble’ and ‘We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together’. Still, the effect is more or less the same, with most of the 16 tracks accompanied by bland guitar strumming and a barely indistinguishable tale of overcoming heartbreak. Despite all this, however, most of Red is infuriatingly upbeat and you can’t help tapping your toes along to the tracks.

Groundbreaking Red may not be, but it proves annoyingly addictive all the same.

Perhaps the most unique track on the album is ‘I Knew You Were Trouble,’ which curiously seems to merge the genres of country and pop for which Swift is best known, with the more obscure sounds of dubstep. Swift fans might feel enthusiastic that the songstress is starting to branch out; others might be relieved that she decides to play it safe with the remaining 15 tracks. Kerry Allen

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INTERACTIVE

A COSMIC VIEW

November Trivia Quiz

Life coach, trusted personal counsellor and astrologer, Linda Joyce’s client list includes well-known celebrities and international business titans looking to merge the world of the intuitive with the practical. Author of the best selling book The Day You Were Born, the book is now in its 11th printing. www.lindajoyce.com

If you think you’ve got what it takes to beat our monthly brainbuster, take our Thanksgiving themed quiz and prove your brainy talents! Be sure to answer the Sherpa’s Bonus Question for your chance to win RMB 800’s worth of free food from Shanghai’s number one delivery service.

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Mercury goes retrograde in Sagittarius on the 7th and communication can get confusing, especially when it comes to travel plans. So double check your information and on the 11th, allow yourself to think more about your future. With Mars in Capricorn on the 17th, this will be an easy time to get things done.

TAURUS (20 Apr - 20 May): With Saturn in Scorpio, relationships will become more important than your freedom.

You’ll learn that having good partnerships requires work. As actor Keanu Reeves once said, “Falling in love and having a relationship are two different things,” and that will be your lesson.

SCORPIO (24 Oct - 21 Nov): You will learn that intention is more important than results.

Be clear on what you want to create, then it won’t matter if your path leads you into the shadow or the light; you’ll know your way.

If you can add patience to intention, you will increase your chances of success. No path is a straight one.

GEMINI (21 May - 21 June): It’s time to look at the ways in which you connect with others. Do you give too much because you need approval, or do you hold back, afraid of getting hurt? Whichever way you lean, it’s time to make adjustments.

With Saturn in your 6th house of service, you will see what needs to be improved.

SAGITTARIUS (22 Nov 21 Dec): Your ruler, Jupiter, is in Gemini, your opposite sign and so you will have to pay close attention to your partnerships, instead of trying to do everything yourself. Mercury goes retrograde in Sagittarius on the 7th, so a relationship may cause you delay. Instead of getting upset, give your support.

CANCER (22 June - 22 July): Jupiter in your 12th house of spirituality brings you luck and support from above. For a year you will have a guardian angel that will help you if you come off your path or make a poor choice. Pay extra attention to your inner voice, it’s there to guide you through the challenges of your life.

CAPRICORN (22 Dec - 19 Jan): The sum of your experiences and beliefs is what you have to offer others - be generous. When you try to over-protect yourself and your ideas, you hold yourself back. Life is about risk, the calculated kind that comes from inspiration and passion. Don’t be afraid to meet your challenges with joy.

LEO (23 July - 22 Aug): The emphasis this month is on your home and your desire for security.

Remember, safety doesn’t come from your financial state; it comes from being able to rely on yourself and friends for love and support.

When you feel good about yourself, you will move forward and find success.

AQUARIUS (20 Jan - 18 Feb): You’re being asked by the universe to step up to the plate and open yourself up to a new consciousness.

You’re usually the one pushing and prodding others to see things in a new light, and now the pressure is on you to embrace a new energy that has found its way into your life. It’s the right thing to do.

VIRGO (23 Aug - 22 Sept): Issues around the home arise this month, so pay attention. Either you don’t agree with the people you live with, or someone is not holding up their share of the responsibility. Remember, fairness has nothing to do with equality; it has to do with everyone contributing what they can, when they can.

PISCES (19 Feb - 20 Mar): Neptune goes direct on the 11th, and the earth moves; whatever has been stationary in your life will come to take on a new energy. What’s changing is what you believe to be important and experience will prove the best teacher.

When you glean a firsthand encounter with victory or defeat, you become wiser.

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True or False? America is the only country in North America to celebrate Thanksgiving.

True or False? The same number of passengers that embarked on the Mayflower from England arrive in Plymouth.

What is the name of the traditional site where the pilgrims disembark from the Mayflower in 1620?

How many days did the Mayflower’s journey take?

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After eating Thanksgiving dinner, what do you have to do when you snap a wishbone?

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What is the Chinese for ‘Thanksgiving’?

What year was the custom of giving a “presidential pardon” for a turkey not to be slaughtered formalised?

A hen refers to a female turkey. What is the correct name for a male turkey?

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As well as being celebrated in parts of North America, Thanksgiving is also celebrated in one African country. Which country is this?

Who was the first cartoon character to feature on a Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade balloon in 1927?

Are turkeys herbivores, omnivores or carnivores?

True or False? All turkeys can’t fly.

True or False? The first food Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin ate on the moon was a roasted turkey with trimmings.

What 1987 Steve Martin comedy is often voted the best Thanksgiving film of all time?

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LIBRA (23 Sept - 23 Oct): Saturn has moved into your 2nd house of values and finances, which means it’s time to straighten out any confusions you may have.

The beginning of any journey exposes what needs to be fixed before you venture forth, so pay attention to what’s not working and examine what’s truly important to you.

1) False; Canada does too, on the 2nd Monday of October 2) Plymouth Rock in Plymouth, Massachusetts 3) Make a wish 4) Gan’an Jie 5) 1989 6) Liberia 7) Felix the Cat 8) True, although a baby was born during the voyage and another passenger passed away 9) 66 10) A tom turkey 11) Omnivores 12) Benjamin Franklin 13) False; wild turkeys can fly at a speed of up to to 55 miles per hour! 14) True 15) Planes, Trains and Automobiles

ARIES (21 Mar - 19 Apr): Mars enters Capricorn on the 17th and you’ll feel positive about achieving your goals. Be careful around the 28th when the Moon is full and Mars is in conjunction with Pluto - this is a recipe for a crisis. Don’t try and control what’s happening; the truth wants to be revealed and will find a way to the surface.

Bonus Question!

What is Sherpa’s Beer of the Month for November?

Email talkback@talk.ismaychina.com with the correct answer for your chance to win RMB 800 in Sherpa’s vouchers!

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NOVEMBER CALENDAR

November Follies Here at Talk, we think every day is an excuse to celebrate, and so we’ve put together your essential guide to getting the most out of November (even if we did have to get a little creative).

2 November

Look For Circles Day We’ll save you the trouble of going round and round in a never-ending loop; Pearl’s Circles, one of the best places for authentic pearls in Shanghai, is a haven of all the beautiful, round objects you could ever want.

Pearl’s Circles Wholesale Pearl & Stone Market.

First Asia Jewelry Plaza, 3F, 288 Fuyou Lu, near Jiuxiaochang Lu

3 November

Sandwich Day Willy Trullas Moreno’s quirkly little FFC joint stocks a selection of scrumptious paninis to truly tantalise the taste buds. The only question is, whether it’s the Miss O’Lovely (RMB 55), a warm eggplant and zucchini sarnie, or the fiendish Miss Lolita (RMB 48) made of tuna, piquillo pepper, cheddar and sweet onion, that takes your fancy.

Bikini. 47 Yongfu Lu, near Fuxing Xi Lu. Tel: 6433 6511

many different Chinese and international recipes on local expat Little Dani’s foodie blog.

Expat Cucina. Web: www.expatcucina.com

9 November

Chaos Never Dies Day The weekend is here, and the fun’s about to begin. Get the drinks in at Zeal and make a night of it that you’ll be talking about all the way through to Sunday evening.

Zeal. 6F, 22 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, near Xin Yong’an Lu. Tel: 6328 8668. Web: www.zealshanghai.com

10 November

Forget-Me-Not Day Show that special someone you’re always thinking of them with a mixed bouquet from Flowers + Gifts (RMB 269 upwards). That should put a blooming smile on their face!

Flowers + Gifts. Web: www.flowers2u.com.cn

Chicken Soup For The Soul Day Monday mornings are always hard, especially now it’s getting colder. Be kind to yourself with a pot of Urban Soup Kitchen’s Chicken Rice Soup (RMB 30 regular; RMB 38 large) to get you through a chilly afternoon.

Urban Soup Kitchen. 1035 Kangding Lu, near Yanping Lu. Tel: 3331 1861. Web: www. urbansoupkitchen.com

13 November Saxophone Day After a long day of work, unwind with the soulful jazz vibes of Le Royal Meridien’s French singer, Jessica Maurer, and the 789 jazz band in the sky-high 789 Nanjing Lu bar.

789 Nanjing Lu in Le Royal Meridien Shanghai. 65F, Le Royal Meridien Shanghai, 789 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Xizang Zhong Lu. Tel: 3318 9999

8 November

Cook Something Bold Day Give those orange coated Sherpa’s men a rest for the night, and try your hand at one of the

17 November

Take A Hike Day Get back to the great outdoors by taking metro line 9 to Sheshan and climbing the impressive 100 metre high Sheshan hill in Songjiang district.

Be sure to take a camera!

Occult Day Tap into your spiritual side with a visit to Calor, and find out what the future holds for you with a private reading or divination session (RMB 100 upwards).

Calor Tarot Studio. Rm 34, 1F, Lane 361 Yuyuan Lu, near Nanjing Xi Lu. Tel: 139 1702 9868

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6 November

Button Day Wrap up warm and hit the high street, if only so you can buy yourself a few more warm button-up winter jackets from the stylish D.I.S. store in Minhang.

D.I.S. (Dutch Items in Shanghai). Unit B, 1F, Saint Laurent Building, 3215 Hongmei Lu, near Hongsong Lu. Tel: 6406 3661. Web: www. disshanghai.com

25 November

Parfait Day It would be by chance that Parfait Day falls on a Sunday this year, and Talk loves Char’s Sunday Brunch foie gras parfait, served alongside an antipasto platter, spread of assorted seafood and a glass of Perrier Jouet Grand Brut to wash it all down with (RMB 488 + 15%).

Char. 29F, Hotel Indigo, 585 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, near Dongmen Lu. Tel: 3302 9995. Web: http://char-thebund.com

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5 November

Guy Fawkes Day Remember, remember, the fifth of November… even if you’re not British, glo London’s Guy Fawkes ice cream treat (RMB 98), served with chocolate brownie, marshmallows, shortbread and, oh yes, sparklers, is certainly a dessert you won’t forget in a hurry. glo London. 1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu, near Dongping Lu. Tel: 6466 6565. Web: www. glolondon.com

16 November

Indian Pudding Day Treat yourself to a Phirni (RMB 44) from Bukhara, a sumptuous rice and milk pudding flavoured with saffron and topped with pistachios.

Bukhara. 3729 Hongmei Lu, near Yan’an Xi Lu. Tel: 6446 8800. Web: www. bukhara.com.cn

15 November

Clean Your Refrigerator Day It’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it!

Fortunately, Element Fresh’s delivery service is on hand to provide breakfast, lunch and dinner while you air that tired ice box from its build up of mould.

Element Fresh. Web: http://order.elementfresh.com

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20 November

Universal Children’s Day It’s a day for the kids! Let them celebrate with a fun, family day out at Century Park (RMB 10 entry for adults; free for children under 1.2 metres).

Century Park. 409 Huamu Lu, near Fangdian Lu. Tel: 3876 0588. Web: www.centurypark.com.cn

21 November

False Confession Day If you thought you were pretty good at being bad, you’ve got nothing on Shanghai’s early 20th century gangsters. Learn all about “Big eared” Du and “Pockmarked” Huang (as well as a few useful chopstick pick pocketing skills) with the Newman Tours’ Gangster Tour (RMB 260 upwards).

Newman Tours. Rm 311-313, 3F, Donghai Plaza, 28 Yuyuan Lu, near Changde Lu. Tel: 138 1777 0229. Web: www. newmantours.com

22 November

Thanksgiving Celebrate turkey day with a full spread from Maya: Chipotle Butter Roasted Turkey, Spiced Butternut Squash Soup, Agave Roasted Pear and Ceviche Salad and of course the humble Pumpkin Pie (RMB 495).

Maya. Grand Plaza Club House, 2F, Julu Lu, near Shaanxi Nan Lu. Tel: 6289 6889

23 November

Eat A Cranberry Day Satisfy your sweet tooth with a Very Berry Smoothie (RMB 25) from Mr Pancake House. Every glass is jam-packed full of blueberries, cranberries and strawberries to ensure that you get your five a day.

Mr Pancake House. 877 Wuding Lu, near Jiaozhou Lu. Tel: 6255 1648

26 November

Shopping Reminder Day Book the date in your diary to head to RuRu Studio for some one-on-one fashion advice and a personalised coffee. Trawl their little boutique of treasures including one of a kind accessories and designer pieces and stick A for a homemade pizza (RMB 48).

RuRu Studio. By Appointment Only. 873 Wuding Lu, near Jiaozhou Lu. Tel: 6211 5093. Web: www.rurustudio.com.cn

27 November

Pins And Needles Day Show those tired, aching peds some love and sit back to indulge in a therapeutic Chinese foot treatment at the Ritz-Carlton Shanghai Pudong’s ESPA. The Ginger and Jasmine foot therapy (RMB 850 + 15%; 60 min) using calming aromatherapy oils and reviving reflexology techniques is a must for any glamour puss.

ESPA in the Ritz-Carlton Shanghai Pudong. 55F, 8 Shiji Dadao, near Lujiazui Huan Lu. Tel: 2020 1888

28 October

Red Planet Day Prove yourself the god of war by testing your drinking skills under the moon and the stars. Just don’t come away too red-faced…

Bar Constellation. 86 Xinle Lu, near Xiangyang Bei Lu. Tel: 5404 0970

29 November

Electronic Greetings Day For all your iPod, iPad, iTechnology needs, the fake market within the Science & Technology Museum subway station has everything you could possibly ever need. And if you’ve still got gadgets and gizmos on the mind, you could always check out the museum itself… (Adults: RMB 60; students: RMB 45. Closed Mondays.)

Science & Technology Museum. 2000 Shiji Dadao, near Jinxiu Lu. Tel: 6862 2000. Web: www.sstm.org.cn

30 November

Stay At Home Because You Are Well Day Spoil yourself by booking the day off and embracing a three day weekend. And if you can’t? Well… you can always look like you’re working and browse the many gorgeous clothes on offer at Xinlelu.com.

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