That's Shanghai - January 2017 by That's - Pulse of The City

城市漫步上海英文版 1 月份国内统一刊号: CN 11-5233/GO

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january 2017

that’s Shanghai 《城市漫步》上海版英文月刊

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Editor's Note

january

n a sunny spring day in 2011, Toronto-based photographer Tom Ryaboi (@roof_topper on Instagram) and fellow rooftopper Jennifer Tse climbed up to the top of a building in their city’s financial district and snapped a series of ‘feet dangling’ shots that he aptly titled, ‘I’ll Make Ya Famous.’ Within a month, these photos were featured on BBC, National Geographic USA, Daily Mail, and various newspapers and magazines across the globe. Since then, Ryaboi has been credited as a pioneer in this genre of photography. Starting 2017 on a high note, three renowned Shanghaibased photographers David Yen (@chilltron4000), Jennifer Bin (@jenniferbin) and Kuan (@3dk129) took me on one of their rooftopping excursions for our cover story. Find out what it’s like to shoot cityscape photos from high up above and what they have to say about chasing rooftops around China on p42. Special thanks to the three photographers for contributing their amazing photos to the story – especially Jennifer Bin for the cover shot. It’s a big month for Metallica fans – the gods of heavy metal will be stopping off at Shanghai’s Mercedes Benz Arena on January 15. Andrew Chin has prepared a recap of their career highlights in the Arts section (p31). If metal isn’t your cup of tea, check out Mr Chin’s roundup of the top 10 albums released on the Chinese mainland in 2016 (p34). In Eat & Drink, Betty Richardson lists her favorite ramen joints around Shanghai (p59), while eating her way through other new restaurants (p62-64). Elsewhere in the magazine, our fashion columnist Timothy Parent meets with emerging designers from Xiamen. See what he has to say about the scene down south on p20. Until next month.

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The wrap

8 City

14 Life & Style

9 Trams Over Yan’an

18 Hat-Tricks

Shanghai’s newest public transportation service

Stay warm with these knit hats this winter

12 Disappearing Hebei

24 a worldly home

Cui Maoyuan celebrates his hometown’s ancient villages

A penthouse flat decorated with touches of Africa, Mexico and China

26 The Great White Northeast Discovering Jilin’s cultural and culinary delights

30 Arts

58 Eat & Drink

34 China Rocks!

59 Trials and Tribulations of a Chef

Counting down 2016’s best albums from Mainland China

Think restaurant work is a piece of cake? Paul Eschbach has words to the contrary

38 Lin Ke

62 New Restaurants

Buzz artist treats the laptop as an art studio

Cobra Lily, Rose Garden and good value yakiniku

40 Staging Jay Chou Mandopop star’s acclaimed film gets a musical adaptation

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66 New Bars Meet the brand-new Camel Bar and our new columnist Logan Brouse

42 Cover Story Rooftopping Capturing Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s evolving skylines from high up above

50 COMMUNITY P41

72 EVENTS

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what's on

2017

in january

Sun Jan 15

Metallica

Mercedes-Benz Arena

74 Sat Jan 14 Diplo

Fri-Thurs Jan 27-Feb 2 Spring Festival

Everywhere

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MYST

Wed Jan 11

Hudson Mohawke

Le Baron

Fri Jan 6 Rogue One

Cinemas everywhere p32

Sat Jan 7 Alan Walker MYST p73

Fri-Sat Jan 6-7 Paris Opera Ballet

Shanghai Oriental Art Center p72

Tues-Sun Jan 10-15 Riverdance

Shanghai Grand Theatre p73

Fri Jan 13 Vieux Farka TourĂŠ

Fri Jan 20 Osunlade

Fri-Sat Jan 20-21 James Adomian

Mon-Fri Jan 30-Feb 3 Ghost: The Musical

Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Hall p36

Kung Fu Komedy Club p74

UNICO Shanghai p74

Shanghai Culture Square p75

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city

Vanishing Villages

Photographer Cui Maoyuan captures the forgotten parts of Hebei in his awardwinning photo series, P12

The 64th Safest Country P10

Titanic in Sichuan P10

tales of the city

TRAM-TASTIC

Citywide Yan’an Lu Tram Opens This Month By Ned Kelly

hanghai’s public transportation is about to get even easier, and with our lack of confidence in the ‘revamped’ Uber, the timing couldn’t be more perfect. The new 17.5-kilometer-long tram service, which will span the entire length of the Yan'an Lu Elevated Highway, means that a journey from the Bund to the western reaches of civilization (Minhang District) will only take about an hour. Boom! Running down the center of Yan’an, the track will have a special lane underneath the gaojia. It will stretch from the Huqingping Highway and Shenkun Lu all the way to Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu and the Bund, which includes Yan'an Xi Lu, Yan'an Zhong Lu and Yan'an Dong Lu and the Minhang, Changning, Jing'an and Huangpu districts. This ‘bus rapid transit system’ has been titled CSR, which stands for ‘Comfort Safety Reliability.’ Designated as Bus No 71 in the city’s transportation system, a single journey will be just as cheap as the regular bus routes – a whopping RMB2. In total, it will have 25 stops with platforms in the central reservation and staircases being built down from pedestrian bridges that span the road. The capacity of the 18-meter-long tram is 150 people. Shanghai has a lengthy history of trams and trolleybuses, the first of which, Yingshang No 1, opened in 1908, only a few years after the nation's first tram appeared in Beijing in 1899. The Shanghai line was run by the British System and stretched six kilometers from Jing’an

Temple to the Bund. “Fearing the risk of electric shock, nobody dared to take trams at first," said Gao Qiao, Secretary of Shanghai's Public Transport Industrial Association in 2012. "For this reason, the British hired unemployed people as special passengers and also gave toilet water, toothpaste and soap bars as presents to pedestrians. That helped improve their business. From the 1930s to 1950s, trams were all over downtown, becoming the main force of public transport in the city.” Shanghai’s first trolley entered the scene not long after (November 14, 1914). It opened in the former French Concession, claiming the title for Shanghai as the first Chinese city to have a trolleybus system. Now following our footsteps, Beijing has announced they will also launch a new tram system, the first to be built in the capital in 50 years. Theirs will connect tourist sites in western Beijing, such as the Summer Palace and the botanical gardens. Aiming to cater more toward tourists, it will also act as another public transport option for local commuters, and it will also feature actual streetcars with the ability to carry up to 300 passengers. However, unlike ours, their new line will extend only 8.8 kilometers, featuring a measly six stops along the route. Way to take the reigns Shanghai!

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the buzz QUOTE OF THE MONTH

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"Our competitors are not in China, but in America's Silicon Valley” Said Jack Ma in a speech to 17 friends when he founded Alibaba in 1999. Recently the video resurfaced in the documentary Crocodile in the Yangtze, and shows the young Ma rousing the troops from his Hangzhou apartment and laying out his ambitious plans to take on Silicon Valley. "Today, we are all here to discuss what we should do in the next five to 10 years. So what will Alibaba become in the future?" Ma asked. Fast-forward to 2017, and his multibillion-dollar company has made Ma the second richest man in China. We think we might know the answer to your question, Ma… Scan the QR code to read or watch the full speech.

64th

We’ve always felt quite safe living in China, but when it comes to comparing the safety of countries, 64th is where mainland China stands. Released by the Legatum Institute as part of its 2016 Prosperity Index, the safety sub-index measured three main areas — national security, personal precariousness and personal safety — in 149 societies (148 nations and the Special Administrative Region of Hong Kong) to come up with an overall Safety & Security index. Comparing data from a variety of sources, such as The Gallup World Poll, World Development Indicators and more, China came in at number 64, just ahead of Kazakhstan, but lacked behind other Asian neighbors like Singapore (1), Japan (3) and South Korea (29). But when considering all the food scandals, pollution scares, factory explosions and medical safety incidents, it’s easy to see why China ranked below average. Scan the code to see how other cities performed.

DON’T YOU KNOW WHO I AM?

Fake Titanic Chinese construction company Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group has broken ground on a full-scale Titanic replica. The reproduction of the doomed ocean liner, which infamously sank on its maiden voyage in 1912, is being built in rural, landlocked Daying County, Sichuan, so at least this iteration will never let go of the docks (or set sail, for that matter). The replica, which cost an estimated RMB1 billion to build, was originally slated for a 2017 opening date upon its announcement in 2013. Now, construction will go on for an additional 2.5 years. For as low as RMB3,000 per night, guests can stay in a room on board, take part in period-correct parties and games, and gorge on a banquet menu that looks exactly the same as it did more than a century ago. Scan the code to see if the replica lives up to the real thing. 1 0 | j a n u a r y 2 0 1 7 | w w w . t h a t s m a g s . com

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Xiao Touming / xiǎo tòumíng/ 小透明 n. people who don't draw attention to themselves and are largely ignored in social situations Have you recovered from the flu?

Yes, thanks. But how did you know I had the flu?

You told me yourself when we spoke last week.

We spoke? I don't remember you at all.

I guess that makes me a xiao touming .

e all know those people who were (apparently) in your class in high school, though you can’t remember ever meeting them. Or those people who say they were at the same event as you last night, but you can swear you never saw them. Or those colleagues who you wouldn't recognize on the street. You ask friends who they are, and they don't know either. It’s as if they don't exist. I know it’s hard for you social butterflies to imagine, but there are such unfortunate wallflowers. They never get a chance to be in the spotlight or have attention paid to them. They are poor souls who seem to have been forgotten by the world. And so, with a tender heart, we gave them a name: xiao touming. Literally meaning ‘little transparent,’ xiao touming describes those who have been marginalized in our society, for one reason or another. Instead of calling them ‘generic,’ ‘boring’ or ‘pedestrian,’ the term ‘xiao touming’ shows compassion by recognizing their perspective. They’re not worthless – it’s just that people look right through them as if they are transparent.

Xiao touming exist in the cyber world too. They are those contacts whose Skype status is always ‘online’ but no one ever chats with them. Or those friends-of-friends whose comments on Facebook get no likes or replies. Or those people with cartoon WeChat profile pictures who leave groups without anyone noticing. In fact, if you take time to speak to them, most xiao toumings aren’t dull at all. They are normally just introverted or uncomfortable with attention. But while they may be quietly brilliant, they will still struggle in a society that rewards extraversion and assertiveness. Since Chinese culture values modesty and the virtue of being considerate, it is fairly easy for a polite introvert to become a xiao touming. They don’t like interrupting others because they want to appear courteous and respectable; they don't draw attention to themselves because they don’t want to seem cocky. At the bottom of the slippery slope, they end up listening to others, smiling and nodding along while everyone looks past them in search for more interesting distractions. It’s a lose-lose situation. by Mia Li

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A PHOTOGRAPHIC

MEMORY

Capturing Hebei's Vanishing Ancient Villages Words by Dominique Wong, Images by Cui Maoyuan

series of haunting landscape images by Chinese photographer Cui Maoyuan titled ‘Chinese Ancient Villages’ was awarded second place in the Sony World Photography Awards Landscape category this year. Beautifully framed, the images depict an age-old castle in Hebei and the stark landscape surrounding it. They offer glimpses of a past, forgotten world: decaying brick arches and half-formed rooms, blown away by the unstoppable winds of time. Cui Maoyuan understands time. After all, he’s spent the past 50 years documenting it. “I’m the same age as the People’s Republic [of China],” he tells us. Although currently based in the artists’ hub of Songzhuang, in Beijing’s Tongzhou district, Cui’s hometown is an old village near Hangu – a former district of eastern Tianjin that is now part of Binhai New Area. But other than just the area’s name, much more has changed, Cui says. “My childhood village had many ancient houses, ancient temples, ancient theaters. But with the continuous development of society, the

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old buildings in the village have basically disappeared and become today’s new socialist countryside.” These memories inspired Cui’s ‘Chinese Ancient Villages’ project, which showcases desolate rural landscapes in villages around Zhangjiakou in Hebei. “I was invited to Yu County [in Zhangjiakou] by a photographer friend. When I arrived, I was deeply moved seeing the legacy of the Ming and Qing dynasties – the castle, ancient theaters and temples and houses. It was like finding childhood memories of my old home.” Beginning in 1998, the project is ongoing and has since expanded to other disappearing villages in northern China. But Cui still visits Yu County’s villages several times a year. The project fulfills two main purposes, Cui explains. “The first is to have a record of all the town’s castles, ancient theaters and temples which will soon disappear. The record can be preserved for later generations – it will be like a form of valuable cultural heritage.” The images also hit close to, well, home. “The ancient dwellings and temples reflect ‘the homeland in my heart.’ They evoke reminiscences of a home both familiar and unfamiliar,” Cui says. For Cui, the nostalgia is palpable. For others, the pictures are a fantasy come to life: dark ruins set against snow-touched hills and drifting livestock that recall simpler, yet no less glorious times. Viewed through the eyes of a city-dweller brought up in the digital age, the images take on a magnificent, almost surreal quality. But it is real. Almost gone, but not to be forgotten. View and purchase photography by Cui Maoyuan, including his latest album titled ‘Land of my heart – Africa,’ via weidian.com/?userid=944163852

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life &

style

New Shop: Gentle Monster

Hipster Korean eyewear brand's first Shanghai outlet, P22

Vivienne Westwood: Get A Life P16

Xiamen's Fashion Scene P20

The Great White Jilin P26

spotlight

Fiona Ma Founder and Head Designer of Kunmanma Edited by Dominic Ngai

At the age of 27, Shanghai-based fashion designer Fiona Ma has had her womenswear label Kunmanma featured in one of the most well-respected showrooms of Paris Fashion Week since 2014. With a background in architectural design, Ma considers her clothing to be “the architecture for the human body.” Here, she tells us about how her studies have influenced her work in fashion. When and why did you develop an interest in fashion? Like most young girls, I was carried away by all these beautiful costumes on TV, especially the traditional ones from different cultures. I was fascinated by everything from the style of layering to the details like embroidery and embellishments. Eventually, I developed a strong interest in handcrafting: making origami, beading, sketching and sewing. So, as I was figuring out my career path, I realized that making and designing clothes is something that I’d like to pursue and focus on.

Why did you decide to start Kunmanma in 2013? And why in Shanghai? I came to Shanghai after separating from my previous design partner, whom I met in New York when I was working at DVF (Diane von Furstenberg). China is known for its garment manufacturers and their competitive prices, and I was lucky enough to have found a few factories who value quality craftsmanship that are located close to or within Shanghai. Time doesn’t wait for anybody, so I seized the opportunity to start Kunmanma. How would you describe the style of your clothes? It’s subtle and structural.

You studied architecture at university. Are the skills and knowledge you learned in school applicable to fashion design? Definitely. I think the foundation of all disciplines of design is more or less the same… It’s about telling your story to the world through your products. Where do you draw inspiration for your work?

Many things: from people on the street with creative styles, architecture, talking with my

“The foundation of all design disciplines is about telling your story to the world through your products” friends, or sometimes even daydreaming. There are many designers and labels that I look up to, because of their design concept and style – everyone from Peter Zumthor, Dries Van Noten and Maison Margiela to luxury fashion houses like Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent, just to name a few. Who’s your target audience?

Confident, free-spirited women with a diverse lifestyle. Most of our pieces are oversized, which is great for people who like to move with ease and comfort. You can style our pieces with jeans, cardigans and casual shoes during the day, and glam it up for a date or party in the evening with one of our tailored outerwear pieces, some jewelry and a pair of nice heels. What are your favorite pieces from your latest collection? I have two favorites – a cape shirt with

raw-edged pleats and a silk tunic shirt with watercolor print. The former summarizes Kunmanma’s style: the silhouette has a relatively stiff structure while the color is lowkey, but it’s brightened up with creative details. The printed silk shirtdress, on the other hand, summarizes my personal style. Any plans for expanding your brand or opening stores in China?

Showcasing at Paris Fashion Week twice a year since 2014 with Florence Deschamps (one of the leading creative showrooms in Paris) gives me a better understanding of the diversity of the global market. We’re now working on expanding the collections by adding more styles based on feedback we've received. When the brand is mature enough, we will definitely think about opening physical stores, most likely in China first. www.kunmanma.com

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style radar

Overheard

“Dragon wrap, phoenix wings... Elsa Hosk and Kendall Jenner look

Covet

Vivienne Westwood: Get a Life

like they’re attending the Spring Festival Gala”

Besides being a celebrated designer known for popularizing punk fashion and a savvy businesswoman, Vivienne Westwood has also been a staunch environmentalist for years. For the first time, Westwood is bringing her eco-friendly fashion exhibition Get a Life to China, showcasing her relentless devotion to this cause and drawing people’s attention to the importance of issues such as climate change. Running through the end of February at chi K11 art museum, the Get a Life exhibition will feature Westwood’s lifelong work for the cause through fashion, art and other multimedia platforms and channels.

One Weibo user commented on this year’s Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show where several models sported lingerie with elaborate Chinese elements. The show sparked heated debate on the internet, as many failed to recognize the virtues of the outfits. On the other hand, a record number of Chinese supermodels were seen on the runway and wowed millions from their home country. Considered by many as the brand’s attempt to woo Chinese consumers, netizens are more generous of the four models’ presentation, praising Liu Wen and Ming Xi’s outfits as the right way to showcase the elegance of traditional Chinese emblems.

> B3, K11 Art Mall, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Madang Lu K11购物艺术中心B3层, 淮海中路300号, 近马当路

Covet

Wooly’s Socksmith Founded with a lofty objective to “offer everyday men subtle ways to express themselves while not compromising on comfort,” Singaporean brand Wooly’s offers two ranges of men’s socks made with wool. ‘Classic’ sees mostly solid colors that are suitable for daily wear while the ‘Unique’ series come with a plethora of vibrant patterns to choose from, all of which are perfect accessories for your brand new 2017 look. > www.woolys.com.cn

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Under the Lens

Papi Jiang x Jaeger LeCoultre Papi Jiang, the Chinese vlogger who has become an internet sensation thanks to her weekly comedic rants on cultural and social issues, recently appeared on a 90-second video ad for Jaeger LeCoultre. Instead of hiring an A-list movie star or a high fashion model as its spokesperson, the Swiss luxury watch brand’s decision to work with the outspoken web star stirred up some debate on social media. While some praised the brand’s move as groundbreaking, others questioned whether Papi Jiang has the graceful elegance to truly represent the brand’s offerings. Either way, Jaeger LeCoultre has succeeded in getting people’s attention. Scan the QR code to watch the ad. > cn.jaeger-lecoultre.com

Made in China

JNBY Home Hangzhou fashion brand JNBY’s homeware offshoot, JNBY Home, recently announced its S/S 2017 collection based on French director Eric Rohmer’s 1970 film Claire’s Knee. Paying homage to the style of the 1960s and 70s, the collection has three separate lines of bedding items of different prints and colors. ‘Basic’ sees mostly solid colors while ‘theme’ uses prints inspired by windowpanes of European cathedrals. Items in ‘lab’ are the most experimental of the three, featuring freeform patterns and design accompanied by unique textures. > www.jnbygroup.com, WeChat: JNBYHOME

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l i f e & s t y l e | fash i o n

1 2 3 4 5 Uniqlo

RMB99 www.uniqlo.cn

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Pull&Bear

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Gap

RMB149 www.gap.cn

Zara

RMB169 www.zara.cn

Zara

RMB139 www.zara.cn

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RMB199 www.gap.cn

Zara

RMB89 www.zara.cn

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HER

RMB79 www.pullandbear.cn

Uniqlo

RMB79 www.uniqlo.cn

Zara

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Xiamen Is not Antwerp

It’s No Longer Necessary to Define China in Terms of the West By Timothy Parent

n a Chinese language article in 2013, the New York Times likened Xiamen and its fashion designers to the Antwerp Six, labeling them the “Xiamen Gang.” Last June, WWD reported on Xiamen’s intentions to become “China’s New Fashion Hub” and in July, the Business of Fashion introduced us yet again to the idea of a “Xiamen Fashion Gang.” But is such a label accurate or even necessary? The answer is a resounding NO. Geert Bruloot, a friend of the Belgian designers, famously noted, “As they could not pronounce [the designers’] names, they just started calling [them] the Antwerp Six.” Those were names like Ann Demeulemeester, Dries van Noten and Walter van Beirendonck. Names of designers in Xiamen, like Shangguan Zhe, Liu Xiaolu, and Wan Yifang are no less difficult to pronounce. But the similarities between the two groups end there, and that is no reason to give them a collective moniker. Let’s briefly compare and contrast. The Antwerp Six all graduated from Antwerp’s Royal Academy of Fine Arts between 1980 and 1981 under the direction of Linda Loppa, whereas the “Xiamen Gang” were educated around the world and come from a variety of creative backgrounds. The Antwerp Six got their break at the same time when they all traveled to London in a van in 1986, the Chinese designers

Ms Min SS2017

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have all forged their own paths to success separately. And aesthetically, there was a certain thread that ran through the approach and philosophies of the Belgians, whereas their Chinese counterparts have distinct aesthetics and perspectives on fashion. Sankuanz is known for his laidback but simultaneously aggressive streetwear, whereas you won’t find a more refined designer than Ms Min. Deepmoss is romantic, natural and pure, while Xiamen’s newest designer transplant Vega Zaishi Wang is experimental and loves to reference various subcultures. In Vega’s work, you’ll find her proclivity for nature, and how that affected her decision to move from Beijing to this clean and serene island-city. “Xiamen is a much better environment for not only working, but also living. Even though there may not be the same art, music, or fashion scenes that there are in Beijing, nature can be even more beneficial to a designer than all of those things because it makes us happier. If I am happier, then I will be a better designer.” And this seems to be the only thing that connects all of these designers. They all agreed that Xiamen is a great place to live, and that the positive effects that the environment has had on them means that they are happier and thus better able to create. So having the same profession in the same geographic location (in addition to difficult-to-pronounce names) shouldn’t be enough of a reason to group together such an aesthetically diverse group of designers that hail from a variety of creative backgrounds. China should no longer have to define itself in relation to the West or in comparison to that of which we already know. China and its creative talents should be recognized for their own merits, and on their own terms. It is, after all, 2017. Timothy Parent is the founder of chinafashionbloggers.com

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Gentle Monster Artisanal Korean Eyewear Import By Dominic Ngai

half-finished brick wall, strands of black wires spilling down from the ceiling to the floor, and a horizontal tree trunk are among a myriad of industrial elements that you’ll notice when you set foot inside Gentle Monster’s Shanghai flagship store. Setting itself apart from conventional eyewear stores, each of the Korean designer brand’s showrooms around the world has its own theme: a ‘train station’ in Hong Kong, a ‘secret apartment’ in Beijing and an ‘aquarium’ made with blue mirrors in New York, plus others in its home country. With ‘The Artisan’ as its main design concept, the first floor of the twostory Gentle Monster shop on Huaihai Zhong Lu sees various installations made with wood and steel taking center stage. These intriguing components make you feel like you’re walking through an art exhibition or an industrial workshop instead of a store that sells eyewear. Upstairs, Gentle Monster’s core offerings are more prominently displayed in separate compartments, each with different color schemes and its own quirky industrial element. Browsing through the shelves with a symphony of sounds humming in the background, you’ll find hipstery and elaborate frames with names like ‘Black Sheep,’ ‘Blue Moon,’ ‘Jumping Jack’ and ‘Love Punch’ – all priced between RMB1,200 to around RMB3,000. Even if you aren’t in the market for a cool pair of shades, the semi-psychedelic experience of the shop alone is worth a visit. 798 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Ruijin Yi Lu 淮海中路798号, 近瑞金一路 (www.gentlemonster. com)

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Zaozuo

Everything You Need For a Home By Tongfei Zhang

arrying items created by more than 80 award-winning designers around the world, including the famed Luca Nichetto, Richard Hutten and Claesson Koivsto Rune, Zaozuo is a furniture and homeware store located in Xingfu Li (Happiness Lane) on Panyu Lu. Zao and zuo mean to create and to be creative, and the shop lives up to its name. Housed in a renovated factory built in the 1960s, the spacious shop welcomes us with a swirl of colorful cage lights (RMB956 each) that extends up to the second floor, where you’ll find the main showroom. Arranged in layouts of mini living rooms, there’s a variety of sofas of different styles (starting from RMB1,059) paired with a diverse selection of colorful and comfy chairs, side tables and lamps, allowing you to mix and match your favorite colors to build a lovely home. Cabinets along the wall see creative jars and fine tableware in vivid colors, while the other half of the space is decked out like an actual bedroom, with a bed, quilts, pillows, cushions and blankets thoughtfully presented and updated regularly. If IKEA is too far away and crowded for you, Zaozuo may be a good (and more premium) alternative for those who want to add a dash of color and creativity to your home.

Shop102, 381 Panyu Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu 番禺路381号幸福里8号楼102店铺, 近法华镇路 (5206 6669, www.zaozuo.com)

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The spacious living and dining rooms are blessed with ample natural light from a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows that overlooks Nanjing Xi Lu. Green plants and wood elements add a warm and homey touch to the space.

Life of the Party

Spicing Up a Posh Flat with the Love of Food and Travel Words by Dominic Ngai, Photos by Mario Grey

alling Valerie Brown a Jill-of-all-trades isn’t an overstatement. Besides her full-time role as the Director of the US Agricultural Trade Office in Shanghai, the New Jersey native is the host of the show Cooking with MeiMei, the founder of the Women of American Wine Group of China (WOW) and a mother of five. Having joined USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service in 1995, Brown has been posted in London, Mexico City and Taipei before coming to Shanghai in 2014 – a vibrant city that she describes as “Disneyland for adults” and “New York on steroids.” Her love for decorating is prominently featured in every corner of her 184-squaremeter apartment, where a well-curated collection of knickknacks from places that she’s lived in or traveled to are tastefully displayed. “Everywhere I go, I want to bring a piece of it back with me,” says Brown. “My father used to say to me, ‘You only live once and you don’t want to have any regrets,’ and I live by that.” Here’s a look inside. 2 4 | j an u a r y 2 0 1 7 | www . thatsma g s . c o m

Brown and her daughter Claudia have been living in their penthouse flat at the Shanghai Centre for about 18 months. In addition to having the luxury of being able to walk to her office in the same complex everyday, the self-described foodie also loves all the restaurant options and the bustling energy here.

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Food is a huge part of Brown’s upbringing, and she loves having friends over for parties – about 45 people gathered for a Thanksgiving feast a few days before the interview. “I grew up in a family of cooks and chefs, so the kitchen is the heart of everything,” she tells us. “My friends and I love sitting by the kitchen, and someone’s always cooking in it. They all love to cook here because it’s so big.”

Brown had always wanted to own an opium bed, and her dream was realized in Shanghai. This prized possession now sits in a small living area behind the dining table, along with a collection of tea sets that she’s collected as gifts for family and friends back home.

The green Aztec sun on the wall is an item that Brown purchased during her posting in Mexico City. “I love it because of what it means to me,” Brown explains, referring to her middle name, Rae (like a ray of sunshine). The staircase leads up to a private rooftop terrace where she hosts barbecues during spring and summer.

Paintings with African elements are displayed on Brown’s bedroom wall, all of which were collected by her parents’ and her own travels to the region. Her favorite among these is the one portraying a woman in a yellow headscarf. Brown explains, “I like the idea of having images of strong women in my home for my daughters.”

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Chillin’ in Jilin Taking in the Beauty of Northeastern China Words by Kate Toogood, photos by Niki Csanyi

here is something incredibly romantic about a winter with snow. Piles of fluffy drifts, the satisfying crunch of boots walking across a field of whiteness, the sparkle of sun through ice-covered trees. Even if you don’t like the cold, you have to admit that a beautiful winter is a treat for the eyes. Jilin is one of these romantic places. Located in the northeastern part of China, an easy two-and-a-half-hour flight from Shanghai, the winter is similar to those experienced in Canada. (But don’t panic, it’s not as cold.) Lower humidity means you won’t get chilled to the bones, and it also means proper indoor heating. What makes Jilin so special is how it creates a winter holiday that’s uniquely Chinese. Follow a day of skiing at a world-class resort with a night relaxing in an outdoor hot spring, fragrant with flowers and jasmine – or spiced with beer, and red wine. Then head for a glorious hour-long massage, and toddle your way back up to your room for an epic night’s sleep. The next day, visit the region’s gorgeous ice forests, spend some time snapping photos and journey on to yet another beautiful resort. How civilized. With luxury hotels, magical hot springs, 2 6 | j an u a r y 2 0 1 7 | www . thatsma g s . c o m

amazing temples and museums, Jilin has it all. Yang Andi, Director of the Jilin Provincial Tourism Development Committee, says the province is a feast for the senses, with multicolored scenic areas, enticing smells of delicious food and the choice between the sounds of uniquely beautiful music or the peace and quiet of a relaxing evening. Here’s what to expect.

Let It Snow

Bundle up, because you’ll want to spend most of your time outside. With average temperatures around -13˚C/8˚F (January is the coldest at -17 ˚C/-1˚F), Jilin makes it easy. Schedule a trip around the Changchun Ice & Snow Festival or Changbai Ice & Snow Festival and you won’t be lacking for entertainment. One of the unique features of this province is the rime, or crystals of ice that form on trees due to the moisture in the air. It’s spectacular enough that BBC Travel devoted an entire article to the phenomenon. There are several places to witness it across the province, each with its own style, so make sure to catch one or two displays.

Even if you don’t know much about Jilin, you’ve probably heard of the Changbaishan. This world-renowned mountain range is host to the beautifully turquoise Heavenly Lake. Make your way through snowy forests and enjoy the amazing view of waterfalls, rime, and sunlight on snowy peaks and the valleys below. (Note that access to Heavenly Lake is blocked when weather is bad, so plan to spend a few days in Changbaishan just in case.) What would winter be without some snowy activities? Jilin has developed some world-class resorts for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts with all the amenities of their global counterparts. If you’re new to these sports, there are schools on-site so you can at least try it before beating a hasty retreat to the warmth of the surrounding restaurants.

Food, Glorious Food

You’ll want to leave your bikini body at home. Jilin has its own delicious cuisine, which is influenced by Korean, Manchurian and Mongolian cultures. Bolstered by excellent fishing areas, one of the region’s specialties

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is chaganhu pangtouyu (查干湖胖头鱼), a meaty, flavorful white fish. Also on the menu is ginseng chicken, the Manchu santaowan (三套碗) – a meat stew cooked by combining a variety of braised, stewed, fried and baked meats – and the famous fermented cabbage hot pot. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, their frozen fruit dishes are a must. Look for frozen pomelos, pears or the famous crabapples pierced on a stick and covered in sweet syrup. They may seem like a strange thing to eat when you’re walking around in chilly weather, but the Jilin people believe in using the frigid temperatures to their advantage when creating and preserving dishes, and it works. Delicious and refreshing, snacking on these sweet-and-sour treats make walking around rime-covered forests all the more special.

Cultural Favorites

If your tired bones need a break from the cold outdoors, Jilin has lots of cultural activities to keep you occupied. The unique history of this area means that you can enjoy performances and festivals, visit museums and go on tours created for people to learn more about the cultures of its Korean, Manchu and Mongol inhabitants. Learn a little something at China’s only meteorite museum, or take in a song-and-dance duet performance and a Jilin-style opera show known for its humor and simple props and staging.

in the Fengman district, or the unique flora and fauna of Songhua Lake Scenic Spot, which is also known as China’s first lake for summer holidays. Or head to Yanji to visit the Liudingshan Buddhist Temple, which houses a stunning 48-meter-high bronze Buddha statue. The people of Jilin are relaxed and happy, and the average temperature in summer is 22˚C/73˚F – it's the perfect place for escaping the heat and frantic pace of Shanghai. It’s easy to spend a week traipsing around this unique area. According to Ge Tianyu, Operations Director of the Jilin Province Tourism Bureau Information Center, seven days is the optimal length of time to experience everything that Jilin has to offer. You can fly into many of its cities, which are well set up for foreign tourists, regardless of your level of Chinese. Hotels usually have someone who speaks English to help you arrange a car, a meal or other travel needs. Regardless of when you visit Jilin, you’re in for something special. For more information, visit http://english.jl.gov. cn/Travel/

What about the Rest of the Year?

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Pure Group CEO Colin Grant on Work-Life Integration and His Plans for China For Colin Grant, the CEO and cofounder of Pure Group, fitness and business are two important aspects of his life. He and his business partner Bruce Rockowitz first discovered yoga in the summer of 2001 while vacationing in Whistler, Canada. “I remember coming out of that 90-minute class feeling different – happier and younger,” Grant says. After returning to Hong Kong, a city that he has called home for 40 years, the duo opened the first Pure Yoga studio in early 2002. Fast-forward to 2017, Pure Group now has 25 locations around the world and recently celebrated the opening of its second Shanghai outlet at Plaza 66. Here, Grant tells us about why staying healthy and active is important to him and his grand plans for expanding the Pure brand in mainland China.

t was a few hours before the grand opening party of Pure Yoga’s new 1,170-squaremeter studio in Plaza 66, and Colin Grant remains relaxed and poised throughout our interview while others were busy making final preparations for the big night. He credits yoga, which he has practiced about two or three times per week for the past 15 years, for having a calming effect on him. Grant says, “Having been an active person for most of my life, yoga heals the body like nothing else; it also heals the mind.” At the age of 8, Grant started playing ten2 8 | j an u a r y 2 0 1 7 | www . thatsma g s . c o m

nis and went on to become a semi-professional player before retiring in the mid-1990s. In 1985, at the age of 18, he established Movieland, a popular movie rental chain in Hong Kong. For him, sports and business go hand-in-hand, complementing one another in a seamless manner. “[Playing tennis competitively] teaches you a pretty good work ethic; if you don’t practice, you won’t get better. You also mature more quickly… and learn that there’s nothing wrong with losing – it’s how you react to it.” Since opening its first location in Hong Kong in 2002, Pure Group, a holistic lifestyle brand that includes Pure Yoga, Pure Fitness, Pure Apparel and a couple of F&B concepts, has expanded quickly around the world. In addition to its home base, it now has locations in Taipei, Singapore and New York. Shanghai and other first-tier cities in China, however, are now the main focus of the company growth strategy. “We opened our first studio at the iapm Mall in 2013, and wanted to spend a few years understanding the market. The first studio did very well, and that gave us the motivation to open not just one, but several more locations around China over the next few years,” says Grant. Developing Pure as a “lifestyle brand (not just fitness) with yoga at its core” has always been Grant’s plan from the very beginning. “We wanted to do this because there’s a global movement towards living a healthy lifestyle. Millennials have a much higher propensity to work out and stay healthy. Where they exercise determines who their friends

are, what they eat and what they wear,” he explains. Grant sees this shifts toward living a healthier lifestyle happening faster in China than anywhere else, hence his plan to focus on further expanding the Pure brand here. He reiterates, “China is a big focus for us. This is a marathon, not a sprint. We don’t need to be the fastest; we just want to be really good.” L3-335, Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 南京西路1266号恒隆广场L3-335室, 近陕西北路 (6279 1119, www.pure-yoga.com.cn)

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Yu Massage Opens in Jing’an A New and Improved Outlet with Extra Comfort

ing’an residents, rejoice! Yu Massage finally has a location in your neck of the woods. The largest of their four outlets, the 500-square-meter space has 16 massage rooms, including one large room specifically for foot massages. All of the signature features of the other Yu Massage shops can still be found here (including a wide range of oils to choose from and those comfy beds), but some improvements have also been made. The interior design, for instance, is the perfect mix of East and West, while intricate details in the pure marble floors, seashell backsplashes and dark wood paneling make this location truly unique. In addition, this outlet is also equipped with their newly installed advanced air purifying and dehumidifying system, allowing you to enjoy your massage and breathe comfortably. We recommend trying the hot stone therapy (90 minutes), which is on promotion during the holiday months. For RMB420, they are throwing in an additional 30-minute head massage, making this treatment a full two hours of bliss. An excellent choice in cold

and humid weather, this treatment will warm your right up as the masseuse works her way up and down your body with warm stones. If the rocks are too hot for you at any point, don’t hesitate to say something and she’s more than happy to adjust the temperature. Always accommodating, the masseuse will check in with you throughout to make sure your are getting the best experience possible. 484 Xikang Lu, by Kangding Lu 西康路484号, 近康定路 (6266 9233)

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The Living Room by Octave Winter Camp A Fun and Engaging Program for Toddlers

inter is here and it can be tough to find engaging indoor activities for your little ones in Shanghai. After Chinese New Year festivities and travel, you’ll need to look for new ways to entertain your toddler away from the cold and pollution. Luckily, The Living Room by Octave is hosting a winter camp in February that is perfect for children ages 2 to 4 to help them stay active. Held in The Living Room by Octave’s Child Enhancement Center, this program integrates pre-school education concepts with exploration and captivating activities. The Living Room by Octave Winter Camp themes include Gardens, Farms, Beaches, Oceans and Earth – each integrating elements such as fine and performing arts, science, math, earth science and even cooking. Taught in both English and Chinese, kids will get the opportunity to interact with one another and develop their motor skills through fun activities, free play and field trips. The Living Room by Octave provides a clean and safe learning environment for your child, complete with state-of-the-art air purification system to ensure the air that your child is breathing in while they play and learn is safe. The little ones will always be accompanied by professional childcare experts, and with a maximum class size of 14, designed for more one-on-one attention. This two-week program runs from February 6-17 at a bargain price of RMB3,800. If you book before January 27 you will enjoy a 10 percent discount on the total cost. The Living Room by Octave, 357 Jianguo Xi Lu, by Taiyuan Lu 建国西路357号, 近太原路 (3338 4609, www.livingoctave.com). Email kidscenter@livingoctave.com for more information or to book.

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Ernõ Rubik

Father of the World’s Most Popular Toy By Tongfei Zhang

When professor Ernõ Rubik finally solved the structural problem of creating a cube whose individual parts were able to move, he inadvertently created what is now the world’s best-selling toy. Now, nearly 40 years after the Rubik’s Cube first popped up in stores in Hungary, its creator has brought his massive exhibition, Beyond Rubik’s Cube, to Global Harbor Museum. What’s been your happiest moment with the cube? There were two important moments. One was when the structure was finally working, especially since it seemed so difficult to make. Getting it to work and understanding the basics was a very good feeling. Before I had the working model, I was concentrating so much on the technical issues that I didn't actually have a solution to the cube. When it was made, I had to think about ways to solve it. I felt quite happy when I eventually found a practical solution. Do you still play the cube now?

Occasionally. When I started playing, I was the fastest because no one else was able to do it. Then I got distracted by many other things… To do it well you need time and practice, just like other sports. If you want to do it professionally, you need to concentrate on it. What is your record?

I don’t have a record. To have a record means you’re looking for a record. I never record myself. Does somebody have to be clever to solve the Rubik's Cube?

Not being able to solve a Rubik's Cube doesn't mean you're not smart. It's just a test of one thing, and no one is good at everything. There's a misconception that girls don't do well with them, but that's not true. Most young ‘cubers’ I've seen are girls and many are Chinese. That perception is changing now.

“Not being able to solve a Rubik's Cube doesn't mean you're not smart. It's just a test of one thing” What other projects are you working on at the moment? An interesting part of the cube phenomenon is that more and more competitions are organized around the world. There were nearly 500 competitions organized last year with over 50,000 contestants. This is an unbelievable trend. It means the cube has become a part of some people’s lives and has formed a small community where people with the same interest get to meet and discuss the game in a good atmosphere. In the future, I would like to make competitions a bit more formal. It has somewhat become an extreme sport in which you need to use both your brain and hands. When you’re playing chess you’re fighting with other people, while in this one you’re fighting with your own capabilities and the clock. What is the most enjoyable thing for you?

That I’m always moving forward. The cube has so many important elements that you would never feel that you’ve finished it. The maxim is 20 moves but nobody knows the ultimate solution. There are always potentials to do it better, faster and to find a lot more solutions. Until Feb 26. Global Harbor Museum, 4/F, Global Harbor Mall, 3300 Zhongshan Bei Lu, by Jinshajiang Lu 中山北路3300号环球港, 近金沙江路 (5046 2471, 247tickets.cn)

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“I turned you down because you’re wearing red pants”

Bridget Jones’ Baby

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A dozen years after her misadventures in The Edge of Reason, Renée Zellweger is back as Bridget Jones for some more romantic drama. This time, her character is dealing with some baby daddy drama, as in sorting out who exactly is the father. In one corner is Colin Firth who returns as Mark Darcy, Bridget’s ex-husband and the primary love interest in the first two Bridget Jones’ films. In the other corner is the always smoldering Patrick Dempsey. So far, the world is eager to find out, as the film has already grossed over USD211 million worldwide.

That’s just one of the numerous sick burns dished on the wildly popular Chinese dating show, If You Are the One. Since its premier in 2010, the show has matched hundreds of bachelors and bachelorettes while averaging 36 million viewers per episode since 2013. The premise follows 24 women who decide on whether they want to date a bachelor after watching an intro video (one confident potential paramour declared, “Your child will be mine.”) followed by questions and then usually amazing insults. Bachelors have been rejected for “seeming very easy to bully,” “being so skinny that you don’t give me a sense of security” (by at least two different contestants!) and for looking like “a lamp post,” “a noodle,” “the monster Shrek” and “so funny that I can’t stop laughing.”

If You Are the One is now being syndicated in English in Australia, where it has developed a cult following on the network SBS2.

> Episodes with English subtitles streamable at www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/program/if-you-arethe-one.

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Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Last year’s successful launch of the third trilogy in the Star Wars series was just the opening salvo in an onslaught of upcoming films. Rogue One kicks off the Star Wars Anthology series – standalone stories set shortly before the events of the original Star Wars film (or Episode IV for the hardcore). Felicity Jones (The Theory of Everything) stars as a new recruit to the Rebel Alliance tasked with stealing the design schematics of the Empire’s new superweapon, the Death Star. Chinese stars Donnie Yen and Jiang Wen cameo as a warrior and an assassin respectively. 3 2 | j a n u a r y 2 0 1 7 | www . t h a t s m a g s . c o m

Despite whitewashing accusations and genre concerns, the largest US-China film co-production has proven to be a hit. Starring Matt Damon and directed by Zhang Yimou, The Great Wall pulled in an impressive USD66 million on its opening weekend – the third highest of the year. The sci-fi film set in Ancient China is expected to open across North America in February.

Bu Hao Beijing-based travel website eLong was hit with a RMB400,000 lawsuit from Chinese actor Ge You after using a popular internet meme featuring his image on Weibo. The offending meme depicts Ge’s work as an incredibly lazy couch potato on the hit show I Love My Family. Ge alleges that the use of the meme without his permission implies he’s endorsing the service.

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What’s New Four medium length movies from BBC Earth will be coming to science and technology museums across China following a deal between local companies and BBC Worldwide. The 40-minute films Tiny Giants, Wild Africa, Earthflight and Incredible Predators will be screened in 2D Dome and 3D giant screen formats in cities like Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou beginning this month.

Journey to the West 2 Make sure to catch Rogue One when it opens because Chinese New Year will be dominated once again by the Monkey King. After setting a new mark for highest grossing film in China (again) with last year’s The Mermaid (USD530 million), Stephen Chow has recruited acclaimed action director Tsui Hark to helm the sequel to his 2013 mega-hit, Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons. While plot details for Journey to the West: Demon Chapter are being kept under wraps, expect it to surpass the first film’s impressive USD215 million earnings. Already Sony has scooped up its international rights (North America, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia). Also opening on January 28 is Rowan Atkinson’s first Chinese film, Top Funny Comedian: The Movie. The British comic will revive his signature Mr. Bean character in this film adaptation of the wildly popular reality TV show about Chinese comedians. It’s the second time that Atkinson has revived the character for China. Three years ago, he starred in a Snickers commercial filmed in Shanghai.

Tencent has scooped the exclusive streaming rights to fashion-world drama, The Collection. The eight-episode series created by Ugly Betty showrunner Oliver Goldstick and co-produced by Amazon Studios follows an illustrious Paris fashion house after World War II. Da Vinci’s Demons’ Tom Riley and The Good Wife’s Mamie Gummer star in this gritty look at the glamour industry. Streams exclusively at v.qq.com. Known for her 1920s-China-set historical romance, Three Souls, Janie Chang’s latest novel finds inspiration in early 20th century Shanghai. Dragon Springs Road follows a young Eurasian orphan who is abandoned in the courtyard of a once-lavish estate. Her lifelong search for her mother melds with Chang’s eye for detailing the historical and political intrigue of that era. Available from Jan 10 on Amazon.

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The Best Albums from chinese Mainland By Andrew Chin

oved by some, missed by many – here’s a list of our favorite albums of 2016 from mainland China. This year marked the return of the father of yaogun, the impressive evolution of a teenage jazz prodigy and a trio of outstanding Blade Runner-inspired discs from Shanghai. For the full Top 50 list, visit www.thatsmags.com/2016bestalbums

1. MHP: Folding Traces

马海平: 折叠痕迹 (D Force) For years dubbed the “son of Shanghai techno,” Ma Haiping pays tribute to his hometown on his first proper album release in China. Sophisticated techno beats meet live horns and other acoustic instruments (including an appearance from guzheng player and Gorillaz collaborator Wang Meng) to create a moody strain of futuristic high-tech jazz. Soundtracks to sci-fi films from the 80s and 90s serve as an inspiration for a concept disc that explores emotion and memory in the accelerated city.

2. A Bu: Butterflies Fly in Pairs 阿布: 双飞蝴蝶 (Sennheiser Music) After showing off virtuosic piano chops on his 2015 debut disc produced by Grammy Award winner Jakob Haendel, the 16-year-old wunderkind proves he’s a composer to be reckoned with on its follow-up. Recorded in New York with drummer Ryan J. Lee (Kansas City Symphony) and bassist Tom Kennedy (Dizzy Gillespie, Randy Brecker), the postbop album incorporates elements from Cantonese folk to Parisian swing. While acclaimed saxophonist Antonio Hart guests on a couple tracks, A Bu’s maturity shines in the disc’s restraint, putting the focus squarely on its smooth grooves.

3. Hanggai: Horse of Colors

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杭盖: 花斑马 (Tian Hao Sheng Shi) No terrain is safe from the Mongolian fusion rock pioneers. Already acclaimed around the world, the group conquered CCTV by winning its hit show Sing My Song. On their fifth album, they linked with legendary producer Bob Ezrin (Pink Floyd’s The Wall) and Garth Richardson (Rage Against the Machine) for their most bombastic disc yet. Hard rock riffs meet the group’s loveliest ballads to date (sometimes within the same song). After touring theaters across China this year, Hanggai is looking to continue the partnership. Plans have already been made for the group to link with Ezrin in Nashville to record their next opus.

4. Queen Sea Big Shark: To Wild Heart 后海大鲨鱼: 心要野 (Modern Sky) Innovation takes time and that’s especially true for the stylish Beijing quartet that first rose to prominence a decade ago for its demented surf rock. Six years after its sophomore disc made dance punk all the rage, they’re finally back with its follow-up: a psychedelic pop pastiche overflowing with ideas like free jazz horns, exotic sitar lines and sassy hip hop beats. The inclusion of viral hit ‘Bling Bling Bling’ made To Wild Heart instantly essential, but sleek-yet-strange pop gems like ‘Drifting to the Center of the World’ has us instantly eager for chapter four of the group’s adventures.

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5. Alpine Decline: Life’s A Gasp Alpine Decline: 生于喘息 (Maybe Mars) On their seventh album, the Beijing-based Los Angeles transplants have crafted a love/hate letter to their adopted home. After obsessing over tape delay on their recent standout discs, the duo has crafted a furious record driven by feedback-drenched guitars, the psychedelic buzz of the modular synth and a noirish blues heart. P.K. 14 frontman Yang Haisong joins in the carnage on bass and the subsequent national tour was a celebratory and fitting farewell for the group that recently returned to the West.

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6. Duck Fight Goose: Club Zvkvnft 鸭打鹅: 未来俱乐部 (D Force) On their sophomore disc, the Shanghai electronic rock standouts fulfill their long promise of successfully merging machine and man. Named after a Zurich nightclub and packaged to appear like a video game, Club Zvkvnft follows a “highly advanced cyborg looking for humanity and the ability to groove in the futuristic glittering technofinancial hub of Shanghai.” Full of metallic grooves and dystopian keyboards, Duck Fight Goose also remember to let their humanistic heart shine on futuristic ballads like ‘Horse.’

Bloodz Boi and 三棒子: 贵族生活 (self-released) Young, cocky and with the talent to match, the two standout Beijing emcees team up for this carefree collection of tracks written and recorded in a week. Fixtures at DADA’s trap nights, the two rappers never sounded more regal, boastfully flowing over luxurious cloud rap supplied by acclaimed producers from home (Do Hit’s ZHI-16) and abroad (PYRMDPLZA). A celebration of The Noble Life, it’s proof that this budding generation of rappers has the goods to back up the flash.

7. Wang Wen: Go Sweet Home 惘闻: 岁月鸿沟 (New Noise) Empowered by a triumphant 15th anniversary tour that took them across China and to festival appearances in Europe, the Dalian post-rock standouts are at the heights of their power on their ninth studio disc. Recorded in an abandoned factory in their hometown with Toman’s Wouter and Lode serving as producers, Go Sweet Home subtly reboots their sound, reinterpreting six songs written over the past three years with new sounds from trumpet to sound-designed hiss. It’s the group’s darkest, yet also its lightest album to date – highlighting a group eager to explore the extremes of its grandiose sound.

8. Soulspeak vs TTechMak: Love in the Land of Robots (Ran) Beijing beats meet Shanghai jazz as producer Soulspeak teams with trumpeter Toby Mak on this conceptual disc. While the future may evoke menace or nostalgia in some, Love in the Land of Robots is a funk-filled romp where sizzling horn lines meet Los Angeles boom bap. It’s a joyous exploration of two worlds. Even more impressive for a record so coherent, the two musicians were in the same room only once during the disc’s years-long recording.

10. Cui Jian: Frozen Light 崔健: 光冻 (Sony) China’s most famous rocker returns from a 10-year hiatus with a groundbreaking new deal with Sony that saw the album released in 119 countries. On Frozen Light, Cui Jian sounds like he’s never left, comfortably showcasing his Springsteenian approach to rock and roll while never shying from the hefty gravitas that had made him a voice of a generation. Guest appearance by rising Monpa singer-songwriter Yunggiema shows that the father of yaogun remains committed to the cause of cultivating rock with Chinese characteristics. www . t h a t s m a g s . c o m | j a n u a r y 2 0 1 7 | 3 5

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“Mali is a very poor country when we speak about the economy, but Mali is very rich when we speak about culture and history”

PROTECTOR OF THE FLAME Vieux Farka Touré on Continuing His Father’s Legacy By Andrew Chin

ften dubbed the 'Hendrix of the Sahara,' Vieux Farka Touré faces huge expectations every time he steps on stage. As the son of Mali music legend Ali Farka Touré, he’s used to it. “Of course, it was difficult following in the footsteps of my father, who was like a king in Mali,” Vieux admits. “But you must take the good with the bad.” “I was blessed to inherit talents in music from him. In addition to being my father, he was the wisest and kindest person I have ever known. He taught me so many things, not just about music but about life and being a man worthy of respect.” Touré senior won global acclaim for his pioneering mix of traditional Malian music and the blues (he was often called 'Africa’s John Lee Hooker'). However, the struggles he faced as a musician saw him forbid his son from following in his footsteps. A budding drummer and calabash player as a child, Vieux indulged his passion in secret by playing along with his father’s recordings in hiding. Eventually, he defied Ali’s orders by enrolling in the National Arts Institute in Bamako where he found his instrument of choice: the guitar. Father and son would reconcile in time to record together for Vieux’s self-titled debut album in 2005, a year before Ali passed away 3 6 | j a n u a r y 2 0 1 7 | www . t h a t s m a g s . c o m

from bone cancer. “This was one of the most powerful, emotional experiences of my life,” Vieux recalls. “We all knew that he would not be around for much longer, so this created a very heavy feeling in the studio. When we played together I could feel our ancestors moving my hands.” Much like his father, Vieux has used his artistic weight to speak for his country. On his 2013 disc, Mon Pays, he teamed with kora player Sidiki Diabaté, whose father Toumani famously collaborated with Ali on two Grammy-winning albums. The disc celebrated Mali’s cultural legacy at a time of war. “The country was being split apart and I wanted to do what I could do to remind the people of Mali that this is our country,” he explains. “We have a long and proud history here, and we must not let foreign invaders erase this history and this culture.” While he says the situation has improved, Vieux notes, “There are still serious political conflicts in the north of Mali, and there are still issues with foreign interference and terrorism.” Still, he takes it in his stride. “Mali is a very poor country when we speak about the economy,” he says. “But Mali is very rich when we speak about culture and history. As a musician, both of these things affect you.

Often viewed as the successor to Ali’s distinct brand of ‘phantom blues,’ Vieux has crafted his own musical identity by taking his father’s template and adding contemporary influences, from rock to dub, into the mix. “The best piece of artistic advice [my father] gave me was to trust in my own instincts and to not let others pressure me into doing things I do not want to do,” Vieux says. “This sounds very simple, but in fact it can be very, very hard. Having the simple encouragement of my father to do what I feel is right has been enormously helpful.” This attitude has led to disparate collaborations with Israeli singer-songwriter Idan Raichel, American indie singer Julia Easterlin and alternative rock star Dave Matthews. With a new album scheduled for April, Vieux promises the best has yet to come. “Rock, reggae, funk, blues, acoustic and traditional are all represented,” he says. “It was first recorded in Woodstock, in one day in front of a live audience. The audience then came into the studio to watch us record there. After adding more in Woodstock, I took the recordings back to Bamako and did more work with musicians in Mali.” Jan 13, 7.45pm (doors open at 7pm), RMB80-180. Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Hall, 1380 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Baoqing Lu 复兴中路1380号, 近宝庆路 (5046 2471, 247tickets.cn)

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Metallica Comes Full Circle Life Cycle of a Metal God By Andrew Chin

It’s been a mighty return for Metallica, who topped the charts in 23 countries with Hardwired... To Self Destruct, their first album in eight years. Tickets to their China tour are nearly gone and those lucky enough to have scored seats will be catching a band that critics are raving about for returning full-circle to their roots. We chart their evolution. For more, check out our interview with guitarist Kirk Hammett online.

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“(Thrash metal) implies lack of arrangement, lack of ability, lack of songwriting, lack of any form of intelligence” – Lars Ulrich

“I was surprised at how much reaction it got. I mean what could be more useless than arguing about our bass player's hair length?” – Lars Ulrich

Formed in Los Angeles in late 1981 after singer/guitarist James Hetfield responded to an advertisement placed by drummer Lars Ulrich for other metal musicians, Metallica quickly cultivated a buzz for their natural mastery of the burgeoning thrash metal genre. However, they quickly outgrew the scene, adding complex riffs, songwriting and ideas on early classics like 1984’s Ride the Lightning.

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“People say to me now, 'Hey, you guys real rich?' Who gives a shit? We're staying in this hotel, and I hate it.” – James Hetfield The model band for doing things right in the underground throughout the 1980s, Metallica just became impossible to ignore. Their 1988 album …And Justice For All won a Grammy. Its follow-up, 1991’s Metallica (aka. The Black Album) sold over 16 million copies thanks to hits like ‘Enter Sandman’ and ‘Unforgiven.’ The band’s newfound success leaves its early fans somewhat divided.

If the sell-out accusations began in 1991, they came out in full force with Metallica’s 1996 double releases, Load and Re-Loaded. In addition to the shorter hair, there was a notable shift to a softer sound unthinkable to fans of the group’s early discs.

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“The most significant thing that [producer] Rick Rubin said was, 'you can look at your work and be inspired'” – Lars Ulrich Eight years after their last album, Metallica is welcomed back with open arms. Hardwired… To Self Destruct is praised as a return to form. The band remains one of the world’s most popular touring acts and while fans may have made Lars Ulrich public enemy number one when he spoke out against the first popular file sharing program Napster 16 years ago, the drummer has been vindicated by the way that streaming has impacted the music industry. Jan 15, 8pm, RMB480-1,980. Mercedes-Benz Arena, 1200 Shibo Da Dao, by Yaohua Lu 世博大道1200号, 近耀华路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

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Like Me

Lin Ke Blurs Digital and Real By Andrew Chin

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he accelerated collision between the digital world and physical spaces is the subject of buzzed-about Beijing artist Lin Ke’s first Shanghai solo exhibition at BANK. Utilizing the laptop as an art studio and gallery with limitless possibilities, Like Me spans digitally altered works to ones capturing the mundane realtime actions towards artistic creation in the computer age. “I don’t have a real studio, so I use my computer [instead],” he explains. “I can treat it like a space to store my works or to imagine all the possibilities of how they will be presented.” In a series of digital works, Lin has downloaded gallery installation photos that he utilizes as larger than life desktop images that are blown-up and displayed. In others, he is an active participant, simultaneously as performer and creator. “Sometimes I use the laptop camera that I control from a distance with a touchpad and record my movements to music, so there is that interaction as well,” he explains. “It’s really personifying the point of view of this machine looking at us looking at them,” adds the show's curator and BANK owner Mathieu Borysevicz. “That interaction is profound even though he’s just playing. That’s where we are today.” In the titular video work, Lin explicitly lays out commentary on the modern era by using an unexpected source. “I really love Star Trek and there was a speech that felt really prophetic about how we are living now in the digital era,” he explains. “The day before, I was listening to Korean rap and was inspired to create my own rap with that dialogue by using music I found from Soundcloud.” That playfulness can be found in his artistic attitude, where he

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bashfully notes, “Everything I do is for fun and to make everyone feel happy. It’s really not very ambitious.” Borysevicz can only chuckle about Lin’s assessment of himself. “Sometimes I describe his work as it’s so dumb, it’s good,” he smiles before describing a piece as “he just has his hand on a button.” “But this is the life that we’re leading now,” Borysevicz adds. “There’s a lot of dry humor to his self portraits and this richness when you think about how each of us are spending eight hours a day on our devices. That dimension and its relationship to reality, and how those two are flattening slowly. He’s really articulated in an interesting way even if he kind of came on this space accidentally.” The show is the second exhibition at BANK’s new space on Anfu Lu. While its original location in a historic building on the dark side of the Bund instantly lent the gallery edgy credibility, Borysevicz is happy with the new digs. “We saw this space and like 200 others in every pocket of this city,” he says. “The old space had a very specific history but the problem with them is that we could only sign short term leases.” “We didn’t need to be in this posh neighborhood, but we needed to be secure. When we actually came in, there were piles of rubble, as the space hadn’t been used in seven or eight years. By leaving some of what was here before uncovered and being somewhat underground in this bougie neighborhood, it’s a gesture on its own to our character.” Until Feb 20. BANK, Bldg 2, B/F, Lane 298 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu 安福路298号, 近乌鲁木齐路 (6301 3622, info@mabsociety.com)

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Jay Chou’s Hit Film Gets Musical Makeover By Zoey Zha

As one of China’s most influential celebrities, Jay Chou’s supremacy spreads from music to movies. Now, his first film, the Golden Horse award winning Secret is getting a stage adaptation. To ensure quality, the uber-star has put together a Broadway dream team for his take on the high school musical.

o describe Jay Chou as popular would be a mass understatement. Named as one of the Top 25 Most Influential People in Asia by CNN, he’s arguably the musician responsible for reshaping the pop music industry for China’s post 80s generation. While he was already winning Golden Melody Awards for Best Albums at 23 years old for his debut disc, Jay, Chou has shown an equal talent for films. While Western audiences know him best for his portrayal of Kato in Seth Rogan's reboot of The Green Hornet, it's his 2007 directorial debut Secret that won the hearts of numerous fans across Asia. Set in the art conservatory, Dan Jiang High School, during the 1970s, Secret follows piano student Xiang Lun on his first day of school. He gets captivated when he hears an unfamiliar yet beautiful melody that leads to his first encounter with the mysterious Xiao Yu. The two gifted teens fall in love but when Xiao Yu disappears suddenly, he figures out the hidden truth – his beloved girlfriend was from another time and traveled 20 years from the past to meet him. That's because the secret in the story is that one can travel through time via a melody that Xiao Yu plays at the beginning of the story and that the time traveler is only visible to whomever laid eyes upon them, While the twist is a shock and somewhat not well explained in the film, it’s logically revealed in the musical adaptation. Tony Award winning director John Rando says the stage adaptation is designed as a jukebox musical like Mamma Mia that will celebrate Chou's musical career too. Renowned producers Marc Routh and Simone Genatt Haft (Company, Hairspray) are also involved, as is Emmy Award winning choregorapher Zach Woodlee.

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While Woodlee has carved out a stellar reputation for his work on the Step Up film series, Glee and the revived Grease: Live, questions remain whether he can translate his iconic American student grooves for a Chinese campus. “I wasn’t too concerned about the translation. There's no verbal communition. It's only physical expressions, which can be understood universally.” he says, admitting that the language barrier between him and the cast was initially difficult but has been disappeared after six weeks of rehearsal. "I am a big fan of them," he beams of the cast. "Seeing how much they've grown from scratch to now." Fully aware of Glee's popularity in China, Woodlee feels Secret holds the potential of also being a universal hit. “We've all been through similar times when we felt what it's like being new in an unfamiliar community, falling in love but being careful with dealing with parents," he notes. "It's less about the cultural background, but the different phases of growing up.” Feb 14-16, 7.15pm (2pm weekend matinees), RMB80-880. Shanghai Culture Square, 36 Yongjia Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu 永嘉路36号, 近陕西南路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

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Yang Fudong: Moving Mountains

Until Jan 5. Shanghai Center of Photography, 2555 Longteng Dadao, by Fenggu Lu 龙腾大道2555 号, 近丰谷路 (6428 9516)

Wan Yang: Metal

Until Jan 21. Aike-Dellarco, Bldg 6, 2555 Longteng Dadao, by Jichang Dong Yi Lu 龙腾大道2555号6号楼, 近机场东一路 (5252 7164, www.aikedellarco.com)

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Song Dong: I Don’t Know the Mandate of Heaven

Jan 21-Mar 26. Rockbund Art Museum, 20 Huqiu Lu, by Xianggang Lu 虎丘路20号, 近香港路 (3110 9985, www.rockbundartmuseum.org)

Nathalie Perakis-Valat: Into the Heart of the City Building the Future

Current: Contemporary Art from Scotland (Phase Two)

Jan 8-Feb 26. Art+ Shanghai, 191 Nan Suzhou Lu, by Sichuan Zhong Lu 南苏州路191号，近四川中路(6333 7223, www.artplusshanghai.com)

Until Jan 15. Minsheng Art Museum, Bldg F, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu, by Kaixuan Lu 淮海西路570号F座, 近凯旋路 (6282 8729, www.minshengart.com)

Robert Van Der Hilst: Timeless World

Until Feb 2. Icicle Space, 2/F, Bldg 2, Phase 3, Caohejing Business Park, 2570 Hechuan Lu, by Yishan Lu 合川路2570号漕河泾商务中心3期2号楼2楼，近宜山路 (2426 9596) www . t h a t s m a g s . c o m | j a n u a r y 2 0 1 7 | 4 1

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Shots from China’s Highest Vantage Points Words by Dominic Ngai Photos by David Yen (@chilltron4000), Jennifer Bin (@jenniferbin), Kuan (@3dk129) and DOMINIC NGAI

rban exploration (often shortened as ‘urbex’) refers to the exploration of abandoned and inhabited man-made structures. Photography is a huge part of these ventures, which document vistas of cities unseen from the humdrum of our lives on the ground, as well as the dramatic changes of cityscapes over a period of time. As a result of the rising popularity of social media platforms like Instagram in the early 2010s, ‘rooftopping’ photos – a form of photographic documentation of urbex featuring shots taken on rooftops or other high vantage points of metropolises around the world – have infiltrated our IG feeds, inducing vicarious vertigo in many just by staring at these photos on our smartphones. In China, rooftopping ‘culture’ began around the same time as the West, though it’s at a much smaller scale – with only 30-40 people around the country at most. In this story, three photographers known for their breathtaking cityscape shots from Shanghai and China’s rooftops – Jennifer Bin (@jenniferbin), David Yen (@chilltron4000) and Kuan (@3dk129) – tell us the thrills and inescapable danger of rooftopping, and how far they’d go to capture these images.

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tanding 22 stories above ground on the rooftop of a building in the heart of Shanghai, the first thing I notice isn’t the panoramic view of Lujiazui and People’s Square surrounding me – it’s how much my legs are shaking and how slowly I’m moving while trying to balance myself. For experienced rooftop photographers David Yen (@ chilltron4000), Jennifer Bin (@jenniferbin) and Kuan (@3dk129), however, the height doesn’t seem to bother them at all. Rooftopping is part of their lives. A term that first appeared in Canadian urban explorer Jeff Chapman’s 2005 book Access All Areas, rooftopping was popularized when Tom Ryaboi’s (@roof_topper) photograph titled ‘I’ll Make Ya Famous’ made headlines in publications around the globe in 2011.

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@jenniferbin “Tall buildings are often only accessible to rich people who can afford a presidential suite. I want to liberate these views for other people” Each with tens of thousands of followers on Instagram, Yen, Bin, Kuan and a band of Shanghai-based photographers often go on expeditions to explore, discover and shoot different rooftops around the city and country together. Occasionally, they are joined by rooftopping enthusiasts around the world when they visit Shanghai. Jennifer Bin, a Torontonian now famous for her breathtaking photography and shock of baby pink hair (and for being arguably one of China’s most Instagrammed people), started taking photography seriously when she moved to Shanghai in late 2014. Since then, she’s been on rooftopping trips to Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, New York and Tokyo. “I work as a UI/UX designer by day,” she says. “It’s very technical – more about strategy and problem solving. For me, photography is a visual outlet to express myself, and rooftopping is a big part of it.” Similar to Bin, the Instagram feed of David Yen – who was born in Taipei and raised in the US – is full of cityscape photos, many of which are snapped from the tops of perilously tall buildings around Asia. “I started doing it because I want to experience and present cities in ways that people don't see on the daily, to offer a different perspective,” he tells me. Yen, Bin and Shanghainese photographer Kuan, however, stress that they don’t want to be classified exclusively as ‘rooftoppers.’ “The intention should always be on the photography and creating good images, not to show people how brave you are,” Kuan adds. A huge fan of science-fiction movies and TV shows since she was young, Bin’s photographs reflect her penchant for the genre. “When I moved to Shanghai, I saw all these futuristic elements around me. Tall buildings are often only accessible to rich people who can afford a presidential suite. I want to liberate these views for other people,” she explains. >>

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@3dk129 “showing respect to each building and other photographers who want to shoot there is the most important thing” For them, there are two schools of rooftoppers. On one hand, there are the old school photographers where the angles, structure and aesthetics of the images always come first, and rooftopping is only a part of their repertoire. Meanwhile, there are others who see the stunts that they perform and the number or height of the rooftops they’ve conquered taking center stage. “They are in it to display a sense of bravado… it’s become a contest over bragging rights for them,” Yen comments. These two groups, however, aren’t mutually exclusive. All three photographers say they often go on shoots with the newer rooftoppers, and admit that many of them also produce high quality photos. There’s also a silent code of conduct that must be followed among rooftoppers. Rooftops must not be vandalized, and everything must be put back into place like how it was when they arrived at the scene. “We might scope [the rooftop] out a few days beforehand to see what’s possible and what’s not; otherwise, it’s always quite spontaneous,” says Yen about what he does to prepare for one of these shoots. Depending on the situation, they spend anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours on each roof. “You just have to know your limits,” Kuan adds. “We never push each other to do things that we’re not comfortable with. I’ve had some friends who have asked me to take them rooftopping, but I’d always say no.” In addition to that, rainy and windy days are off limits.

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Concerns for safety shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be taken lightly. Incidents of rooftopping-related deaths have been widely reported in the West. In December 2015, a 24-year-old photographer fell off a 52-story-tall building in Manhattan while trying to climb a wet rooftop. Last October, another photographer from the Big Apple also met a tragic demise when he fell off the top of a moving train, a worrying example of how far urbex photographers are willing to go for Instagram fame. During our rooftop excursion, the three photographers all note that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gotten more and more difficult to visit rooftops over the last few months. Some of their favorites, including a well-known office tower near Xintiandi, are now completely sealed off as a result of their rising popularity among rooftoppers. >>

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@chilltron4000 “Be a photographer first and foremost” “Be a photographer first and foremost,” Yen says. “Some of the new rooftoppers are eager to hit a roof, do some dangerous things and post it immediately, whereas old school photographers might go to a roof to shoot but will not post it until months later, just to preserve the spot and not draw too much attention to it.” The scene in Shanghai and China might be smaller than in other cities, but it’s also somewhat friendlier. “In Toronto, rooftoppers are super competitive and cliquey, some even put their own locks on doors to prevent others from entering their territory,” says Bin. Somewhat humbly, she attributes the rapid growth of her own following to the fact that there aren’t many Instagrammers in China, explaining that people outside the country are interested to see what it’s like to live here, and the architecture that defines its urban skylines. “Besides, people also like to see dangerous looking photos,” she admits. “Just take a deep breath,” Kuan says to me shortly after we climbed up onto the roof, “and sit for a while if you have to.” It didn’t take long for the adrenaline rush to kick in. After a few minutes, I find myself starting to enjoy the view in front of me. He reiterates in a serious tone while we are taking in a breath of wintery breeze, “Besides safety, I think showing respect to each building and other photographers who want to shoot there is the most important thing.”

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The Future of Women

Female Leaders in Shanghai Envision What's to Come, P54

Clothing Drives P52

Dental Implants P55

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entrepreneur

Zhang Chenling

Launching Healthy Lifestyle Businesses Edited by Alyssa Wieting

Zhang grew up in Shanghai and moved to the US when she was 18 to attend university. After graduating from Harvard, she started her career as an investment banker with Morgan Stanley in New York City. After seven years of banking, she decided to move back to her hometown, where she established VCleanse in pursuit of her entrepreneurial dream. Here’s her story. Elevator pitch: Tell us what you do in fewer than 50 words. VCleanse is a premier healthy lifestyle company that sells healthy juicing products. We believe in the plant-based diet philosophy and apply it to all of our cold-pressed juices, nut milks and healthy food. We distribute our goods all over China. Why did you choose Shanghai?

I am Shanghainese and I love Shanghai; it is the perfect mix between the past and the present, the East and West. However, New York City is my second home and I hope to be able to split my time between the two in the future. What are the biggest challenges to setting up a business here?

In Chinese, the word jiediqi (接地气) means that you need to be able to adapt to your local surroundings easily, and I’m using this phrase more and more. I find that people with strong international backgrounds operate at a high standard, but we maybe struggle to adjust to the local situation at hand. That is the challenge here in Shanghai. What is the greatest lesson you have learned doing business in China?

You should look for a partner that complements you. Creating a startup requires so many different skills and it is hard for one person to master all the aspects of a business from the very beginning, so it is best to have someone who can share the responsibilities. I have to say that my previous business partner and I shared a lot of common strengths, but left our weaknesses uncovered, which could’ve potentially been detrimental. I now have new business partners who complement my strengths to cover every need of the business. What do you wish you had done at the beginning of creating your

“I find that people with strong international backgrounds operate at a high standard, but we maybe struggle to adjust to the local situation at hand” business, but didn’t? I think we should have taken the risks to expand to new cities more quickly, but we did not focus on that. Hopefully we will do better in 2017. What is the hardest thing you have done for your business?

My husband and I live in two different countries – him in New York and I in Shanghai. We only see each other about once a month, so the long-distance marriage is the biggest sacrifice I have made for my business. Where do you see your company in five years?

I want consuming a VCleanse green juice a day to be as common as getting a Starbucks coffee every morning for more people. Visit www.vcleanse.com to learn more.

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out& About making a difference

Clothing Drives A happy hour with a good cause? Sounds good to us! The Rooster held a Christmas clothing drive on December 17, where they accepted secondhand clothes, outerwear and shoes while providing people with good deals on drinks. All donations went to The Renewal Center, an organization that assists Shanghai’s homeless. If you missed out and still want to donate some used clothes sitting at the back of your closet, check out Green Initiatives’ Re:Form program and drop off gently used textiles at any of their bins at Community Center’s locations around the city. > www.greeninitiatives.cn

Freeing Pizza Animals Asia has been hard at work over the past few months trying to save Pizza the polar bear from being trapped in a mall in Guangzhou. After campaigning for her release and calling for support all around China, it has been announced that Pizza will officially be moved to a new home. While details haven't been decided yet on where she will be placed, we hope that Pizza will live a very happy life free from shopgoers. > www.animalsasia.org

Dining for Kids Maya teamed up with The Good Agency Asia and Art Labor to host its sixth annual fundraiser to benefit Xinxing Aid’s efforts to support disadvantaged children. Twentythree diners enjoyed a delicious Christmas dinner and free-flow drinks and raised over RMB32,000 for the charity. Proceeds will go towards supplying Xinxing Aid with consulting professional therapists to maintain high quality primary care practices as they expand to new locations. > www.xinxingaid.org.cn

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That’s Shanghai and The Camel Sports Awards Nominations Time to Put Them to the Vote. · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·

Sports Personality of the Year Josko Zunic (SRFC, Rubgy) Alina Negley (SWIFL, Women’s Football) JJ and Bruno (Dolphins, Rubgy) Stewart Gray (Tigers, AFL) Norman Lee (Football, EAYFC/SIYSL) Edward Kim (Azures, Underwater Hockey) Coach of the Year Simon Pang (SRFC, Rugby) Chris Xiong (Golden Gloves Boxing) Juan Antonio (Tennis) Laoyang (Azures, U. Hockey) Paul Fewtrell (Touch Rugby)

Newcomer of the Year Gregoire M (Dolphins, Rugby) Anais Cheung (SRFC) SWIFL (Women's Football) Sam Liu (Tigers, AFL) Hans Sun (Azures, U. Hockey) Stevie Greene (Gaelic Football) Tao Zhu (Touch Rugby)

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Once a year, we gather to recognize those who have truly made their mark on the city’s sports scene with the annual Sports Awards. This year, we will also be recognizing the team who raises the most money for charity over the course of the awards, as well as holding a raffle the night of the event for the Baobei Foundation. Check out who’s nominated: · · · · · · · · · · · · ·

Best International Performance Shanghai Dolphins (Rugby) SRFC (Rugby) Katrine Amtkjaer (Ironman Kona, Triathlon) China Reds (Tigers, AFL) Juvenile Team summer camp, Ireland (Gaelic Football) Team of the Year Shanghai Dolphins (Rugby) Graey Team (Shanghai Softball) SRFC Silver Dragons (Rugby) FitFam Shanghai (Multi-sport) Shanghai Jennies (Rugby) Shanghai Azures (U. Hockey) Men's Gaelic Football Team Shanghai Dragons (Touch Rugby)

Lifetime Achievement · Frank Li (Shanghai Tigers, Bashers and Dolphins) · Tim Anderson (Shanghai Softball) · Caleb Balloch (SRFC, Rugby) · Peter Chiang (Touch Rugby) · Amanda McDonald (Jennies, Rugby) · Tracy Wadsworth (Azures, U. Hockey) · Mei Hua 'Sharapova' (Bashers, Cricket) · Peter Mooney (Gaelic Football)

U18s Coach of the Year · Memo Mata (China Sea Dragons, American Football) · Ryan Enright (Boys Volleyball - YCIS, SISAC) · Micky Dunphy (Basketball, BISS) · William Wadsworth (Azures, U. Hockey) · Hindrike (Hini) Bammann (Gaelic Football) · Nilan Senaratna (Volleyball - SISAC, SSIS) · · · · · · · ·

U18s Player of the Year Daniel Tafelski (Swimming, BISS) Greig Grant (Rugby, BISS) Gonzalo Garcia (Football, BISS) Asia Fernandez (Volleyball, BISS) Noelle Heinrich (Basketball, BISS) Edi Bodea (Basketball, BISS) Dido Zhang (Azures, U. Hockey) Samuel Shen (Gaelic Football)

Voting opens February 1. Scan the QR code to participate.

The 7th annual The Camel and That’s Shanghai Sports Awards will be held on February 16 at the newly revamped Camel Puxi.

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The Future of Women

Female Leaders in Shanghai Envision What’s to Come By Alyssa Wieting

eing a woman in today’s world certainly isn’t easy. Though we may have it better than our sisters did decades ago, we are still facing some of the same issues in today’s society. For Americans, the future can seem bleak at times – let’s be honest. But, before we get all melodramatic, just take a look around. There are females leading the way wherever we look and if the recent US election has done anything, it has kick-started a badass female revolution, with women stepping up and taking a stand for their needs. Even in Shanghai, there are a plentitude of organizations that are empowering women and bringing out their best attributes and talents.

“In the near future, we will see women taking more leadership roles, more start-ups by women and possibly more women in politics. I foresee more female support groups materializing, especially now that we see many group chats on WeChat specifically for women regarding various topics ranging from leadership to technology. With role models such as China’s first lady Peng Liyuan, Hillary Clinton, Michelle Obama and other leaders such as Theresa May and Angela Merkel, more women will be motivated and inspired to stand up for themselves and stand out to take charge of their own lives.” – Charlene Liu, ShanghaiPRIDE

“Historically speaking, women at the top of the pyramid have made monumental strides in all facets of life, both professionally and in civil society. Shanghai and China has in many ways heralded a more equal platform for women. However, when the tide rises, not all the boats rise. Therefore, our next mandate is firstly to use our stories and successes to empower women at the bottom of the pyramid, and secondly to not forsake the men that may have been left behind while implementing practical inclusiveness policies.” – Steph Zoo, League of Extraordinary Women

“I see women stepping up, working together, guiding and pushing each other to be the best versions of themselves. On a global scale, education for women is key. We need to focus on building communities and supporting those non-profits that promote education, travel and equality for women. In Shanghai, I envision an open and supportive platform for women to feel comfortable communicating and exploring their potential together. It’s been quite exciting to watch and be a part of this movement. I know it will continue to grow.” – Michelle Ibarra, Girl Gone International 5 4 | j anua r y 2 0 1 7 | www . t ha t sma g s . c o m

It all goes beyond politics and titles. Whether you consider yourself a feminist, a womanist or just simply a girl trying to succeed in life, it all comes down to one thing: women supporting other women. Here we take a look at what female leaders around Shanghai have to say about the future of women. Whether it be a power-packed female workshop, a fundraiser for Planned Parenthood or helping others in their careers, these girls are making a difference and giving women a purpose and a voice, all the while supporting one another through their endeavors. “Gender inequalities currently are still prominent globally, with women being paid less than men in most countries. A priority should be made to reduce the gap of labor force, education, healthcare and welfare access between men and women. This will also promote economic growth. That being said, there has been tremendous progress toward women’s empowerment in China. The booming economy has given businesswomen many opportunities to flourish. However, a lot more can still be done, for example, enhancing women participation in leadership positions in different industries.” – Sylvia Choi, Women Leadership Network

“The future of women, both globally and in Shanghai, depends on many factors, and in particular, the level of support women extend to one another. It has been amazing to witness the development of meaningful networks and platforms that connect women in Shanghai and enable us to support each other, both in the workplace and in our personal lives. The continued fostering of these support networks is key to the advancement of women, but we still need more women who are stepping up to support their gender. I think Shanghai is serving as an example to the world as to how effective these platforms really can be.” – Amanda Argentieri, International Professional Women’s Society

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Dental Implants

Their Benefits Over Other Treatments By Dr. Zhang Yi

Why are dental implants often the first choice compared to other options to restore missing or damaged teeth? Dental implants are the next best thing to healthy, natural teeth. Strong and stable, they replace a lost tooth so that it looks, feels, fits and functions like a natural tooth. If you are in need of some dental reconstruction, here are eight reasons why you should consider a dental implant as your fix. Built to last. Dental implants are a long-term solution. Traditional, tooth-supported dental bridges only last five to seven years, and with proper care often more than 10 years. At some point, however, they need to be replaced. While dental implants may need periodic adjustments, they last a lifetime when they are properly placed and cared for. Enjoy life without worrying about your teeth. There’s no need to stay home or feel uncomfortable or embarrassed in public because your smile looks different, or that missing teeth will limit your ability to join the fun. No more worries about your dentures loosening or falling out when you talk, eat or laugh. Teeth restored with dental implants let you lead your life normally.

Retain your natural face shape, smile and speech. Missing teeth can cause your face to sag and appear sunken. Dental implants allow you to maintain the natural shape of your face and smile. Furthermore, adjusting to removable dentures can cause problems with the way you speak and pronounce words, but with dental implants, this won’t be an issue. Keep your jawbone healthy. Leaving empty spaces in your mouth after losing one or more teeth can lead to additional health issues, such as the loss and deterioration of your jawbone. When it is not being used to support a natural tooth, the jawbone loses its strength and firmness. Dental implants are the only dental restoration option that preserves and stimulates natural bone to facilitate bone growth and prevent bone loss.

Eat your favorite food. Taste and enjoy the food you love without hesitation. You can eat virtually anything you want. Unlike removable dentures that can feel uncomfortable when you’re chewing, you can experience the full taste and texture of the food you eat with dental implants.

Keep teeth in place – silently. Dentures may slip when you eat, talk, smile, laugh, kiss, yawn or cough, so you have to reposition them back in place. Dental implants are fixed and fuse naturally with your jawbone, meaning your replacement teeth won’t move, click or shift. You can brush, floss and care for teeth that have been replaced by dental implants exactly the way you would with natural teeth.

Protect your healthy teeth. Placing a tooth-supported bridge requires grinding away the teeth on one or both sides of the missing tooth or teeth, causing unnecessary damage to them. The modified healthy teeth are attached to, and support, the bridge. Dental implants are placed in the jawbone at the spot where your missing tooth root was, without impacting healthy teeth beside it. They also help prevent healthy teeth from shifting. As a bonus, cavities can’t occur in an implant-restored crown, or replacement tooth, making your teeth healthier.

More predictable than other repair and restoration methods. Dental implant treatment has a track record of reliable, long-term successful outcomes and is often considered more dependable than other repairing treatments or replacements such as bridgework, removable appliances and retreatment of failing root canal (endodontic) therapy. Dr. Zhang Yi is a dentist at Shanghai United Family Hospital and Clinics. Learn more at www.ufh.com.cn.

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We kicked off the festive season with a three-day party bonanza at Found 158, a new openair subterranean complex that will play host to many of 2017's most hotly anticipated venues. Highlights included an illusionist show from Blackstone, Shanghai's first magic bar and live performances from JZ Club. On hand to provide food were El Santo (AKA El Luchador's little brother), Pasha Turkish Restaurant, Le CafĂŠ des Stagiaires, Cyclo, The Dog House, and new seafood concept, Hooked. On tap were a host of brews from Goose Island, Leffe and Blue Point that played their part in getting everyone very merry indeed.

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Cobra Lily

Boxing Cat Group's new baby takes on pan-Asian dishes, P62

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The List: Ramen Joints P59

Yue Shi Ji P69

On the Charms of Fernet Branca P68

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Paul Eschbach

Thrills, Spills and Knife Skills By Betty Richardson

After 20 years of cooking, much of it in the Jean Georges restaurants of New York and Shanghai, Three on the Bund’s executive head chef Paul Eschbach talks about the grueling times, sacrifices and privileges that truly made him a chef. What was it like being a chef in New York, as intense as people say? The old saying about New York is accurate: if you can make it there, you can make it anywhere. It’s an insane grind. I would wake up every morning dry heaving because I was nervous about how the day would go. Even when I became executive sous chef, you still didn’t know what each day entails. The pay for cooks is terrible across the board. If you don’t have financial support from your family, it’s virtually impossible. The better the restaurant, the lower the pay. It’s a ‘teaching’ thing – you’re paying for the privilege of learning from the best.

Which part of it was particularly grueling? Tons. I used to get yelled at for “not smiling.” Jean-Georges would say, “What’s the matter with the guy? That guy is never smiling. I don’t trust him.” Eventually I’d just smile every time Jean-Georges was in the room. Things get better though, don’t they?

Years ago, one of the hardest jobs I had was at Nougatine [another Jean-Georges restaurant in New York]. I was tasked with weeding out the people who obviously weren’t going to make it ‘upstairs’ [to the Jean Georges kitchen], to make their lives so difficult that they’d quit. I did that for about two years It’s never personal… If we don’t rid them of these bad habits, they’re going to take them to Jean Georges where there is an immaculate open kitchen. Shanghai isn’t much

different. There’s no way a chef fresh from culinary school can work in the open kitchen at Jean Georges; they’d be a mess. Open kitchens in Shanghai run rampant. They scare me. I don’t want to see what’s going on in there, and then I’m eating that food. You go to Din Tai Fung on the other hand, and they look dope. They got masks on, they’re organized, coordinated and immaculate.

in Shanghai. But then there are standouts. We have one junior cook, and when he cooks, it’s sexy. He’s wiping down [counters], he’s touching everything delicately and deftly; when he cooks he does so with attention and love. He’s like a machine. And guess what? The guy speaks no English. It’s not about where you’re from.

We have people like Chef Kelvin at Mercato who just absorb everything around them, who go home and read cookbooks, get online and research what food should be. You can be a fine cook, but if you’re not looking at what others are doing, you’ll never be creative. The quality of local chefs is also improving, and they’re getting younger thanks to culinary schools

Mercato (6321 9922), Jean Georges (6321 7733), Chi-Q (6321 6622), Three on The Bund, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu 中山东一路3号外滩三号2 楼, 近广东路. Nearest metro: Nanjing Dong Lu, 15 mins.

Working in Shanghai isn’t the same as New York, so how do you create a climate for excellence here?

What brings you the most joy in this role?

Seeing my chefs succeed, and watching them grow into the best cooks that they can be.

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grape vine Gossip Christmas is done, but the festivities are far from over thanks to an early Spring Festival holiday this year. Be sure to cast your eye over our round-up of dinners, CNY treats and seasonal goings on at www.thatsmags.com. A new year, and a big new announcement: Pierre Gagnaire will be the latest celebrity chef to open a restaurant in Shanghai. Comptoir Pierre Gagnaire will sit in the new Capella Shanghai Jian Ye Li hotel on Jianguo Xi Lu, and is scheduled to open in March.

In other fine dining news, a new upscale Indian restaurant will open in the space that once housed Bocado. Let’s see if it rivals our beloved favorites Kebabs on the Grille and Rangoli.

Taco Bell also opened doors to its new Lujiazui branch last month. This marks the second time the US chain has tackled the capricious Shanghai market, after its first outlet opened in 2003 and shuttered five years later.

In healthier news, juice cleanse gurus VCleanse have also unveiled a new café on Yongjia Lu. The tiny vegan-safe shop sells their signature juices, plus a range of pudding jars, healthy snacks and hot soups too. We can also reveal that a new Farine concept will soon sprout forth from the fertile imagination of Franck Pécol: Farine Lab. According to a source, the concept will still be dessert focused, though more "experimental and playful" than the traditional offerings at Farine. 60 | january 2017 | www.thatsmags.com

Qimin Organic Hotpot Win an RMB500 Voucher These days, we in the That’s office just can’t seem to get enough hot pot. Warming, tasty and healthy (if you go to the right one), we say it’s the perfect feel-good food for starting the year off right. Our friends over at Qimin clearly share this philosophy; they’re offering our readers a RMB500 voucher for a hot pot meal, where the ingredients come directly from their own farm in Kunshan. To win, simply scan the QR code for our official WeChat, and stay tuned for the competition announcement later in the month. > 4/F, Reel Mall, 1601 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Changde Lu 南京西路 1601号芮欧百货4楼, 近常德路 Nearest metro: Jing’an Temple, three mins. Open daily, 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. (6258 8777)

Après Ski on the Bund

Mr & Mrs Bund Launches ‘Le Chalet’ Christmas might be over but this chilly winter weather won’t be going anywhere for a few more months. We say make like the French and embrace it with a visit to Le Chalet, a quaint wooden hut serving Alpine-inspired snacks and drinks inside Mr & Mrs Bund. The winter-appropriate menu here has been given a lick of the Paul Pairet magic treatment, including fantastic hot mulled wine (RMB50) and creamy bacon soup served in a caramelized, hollowed out pumpkin (RMB120). There’s also traditional cheese raclette, melted over baby potatoes or Parisian ham (RMB80/120). Perfect for after work hangouts and dates.

> Le Chalet is open through January. 6/F, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong Lu. 中山东一路18号6 楼, 近南京东路 . Nearest metro: Nanjing Dong Lu. Open daily, 5.30-late. (6323 9898)

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Ramen Joints

Noods for All Moods By Betty Richardson

Gone are the days of the Ajisen and Ippudo hegemony; Shanghai’s ramen game has stepped up a few notches in recent years thanks to a handful of exciting new entrants. Here’s our pick of restaurants that put the ‘amen’ back in ramen.

Butao Much-hyped Hong Kong import Butao burst onto the scene in 2015, serving a limited quantity of bowls a day – that rich, porky broth is a labor of love, apparently. The flavors here range from classic tonkotsu (pork bone broth), super spicy, black garlic, and even a green pesto flavor. Prepare for a brisk-moving line – the worst we've braved is around 20 minutes – and be sure to add on extras like soft-boiled egg, nori seaweed sheets etc.

> 88 Tongren Lu, by Yan'an Xi Lu铜仁路88号L112室, 近延安西路. Nearest metro: Jing’an Temple, 2 mins. Open 11am-9pm, closed Weds.

Ramen David A newcomer on the scene, Ramen David hails straight from Tokyo. Here they serve three types: tonkotsu, shoyu (soy sauce) chicken broth and shio (salt) chicken broth. Both shoyu and shio offer a lighter alternative to the opaque creaminess of tonkotsu, and come with delicious, thick, yellow noodles instead of the thinner pale ones used in tonkotsu. Should you finish your noodles prematurely, Ramen David offers a free kaedama (noodle refill), so leave some soup for that.

Sides worth ordering include the chashustudded egg fried rice, and you could also treat yourself to a pint-sized whisky highball while you're at it.

> 288 Fengxian Lu, by Jiangning Lu 奉贤路288号, 近江宁路. Nearest metro: Nanjing Xi Lu, 10 mins. Open daily, 11am-2pm, 5pm-10pm. (6219 5397)

Ramen Nagi Another Tokyo export to have spread across Asia in recent years, Ramen Nagi's first Shanghai branch in K11 Mall offers a similar selection of flavors to Butao, including black garlic, spicy red, green pesto and, of course, the obligatory tonkotsu. Arguably, the broth is a little lighter than Butao, though this place has the benefit of allowing you to choose between thick or thin noodles (get thick!) Like Butao, anticipate paying for extras. Think RMB10 for soft-boiled egg, RMB6 for wood ear mushroom slivers and nori. There may also be a small queue, but nothing life ruining. > 3/F, K11 Art Mall, 300 Huaihai Lu, by Huangpi Nan Lu 淮海中路300号K11购物艺术中心3楼,近黄陂南路. Nearest metro: Huangpi Nan Lu.

Ramen Samurai Ryu Cheap, dependable and open late, Ramen Samurai Ryu is often our go-to place for

noodles in Shanghai. The chicken, pork and fish or black garlic ramen here are a welcome change from garden-variety tonkotsu, and the latter two pack a rich, pungent punch. Avoid getting the 'extra thick' soup when filling out your order sheet, unless you like it super heavy. Extras like the crisp and juicy gyoza dumplings here are a firm favorite, we like them drizzled with tobiko-laced Kewpie mayonnaise. > 909 Julu Lu, by Changshu Lu 巨鹿路909号, 近常熟路. Nearest metro: Changshu Lu, 5 mins. 11am-2.30pm; 5.30pm-3am. (6445 3659)

Ramen Shop One of the quirkier ramen joints in Shanghai, Ramen Shop offers six unique bowls: red (spicy), white (tonkotsu), black (garlic shoyu), yellow (curry), 'Tokyo classic' and vegetarian. Some of the bowls come with veggie toppings like corn, zucchini and cilantro. We particularly like the thick noodles in the latter two. Sides here are strong; be sure to order the chilled tofu with avocado and cherry tomato salad and Japanese-style fried chicken.

> 27 Shanxi Nan Lu, by Jinxian Lu 陕西南路27号，近进贤路. Nearest Metro: Shaanxi Nan Lu, 10 mins. Open daily: 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm.

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Cobra Lily Beautifully Tame By Betty Richardson

The Place With Boxing Cat, Liquid Laundry, Tepito and Sproutworks, Kelley Lee and co. have been on a mission to thoroughly conquer every corner of Shanghai’s F&B scene. Cobra Lily, the newest to the brood, sees them take on modern Asian cuisine. More glamorous than her siblings, Cobra Lily greets guests with an impressive twostory atrium bar streaked with brushed gold accents. Retaining architectural details from the building’s erstwhile existence as a shikumen lane house alongside sleekly modern décor, it’s clear the place is intended as a destination rather than just another tourist trap, and almost feels a bit too cool for Xintiandi.

The Food

The food takes a casual stroll across the pantheon of Asian cuisines, dipping a spoon into Vietnamese, Thai and Chinese culture in a menu that rivals sister restaurant Liquid Laundry in length. Some dishes blew our socks off, but others need a little more attention before they rival the originals from which they are derived. Equal parts bar and restaurant, Cobra Lily's food is best when paired with the excellent cocktails (more on those later). Highlights include fun-sized lemongrass carnitas bánh mì, a Mexican-Viet mash up that daringly skips the requisite pâte in favor of crunchy chicharrones and tamarind aioli (RMB78). We also loved the heat and spirit of the 'Big Ben is the Boss' (RMB68), spicy in the

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most addictive way. Strips of white cabbage, cucumber, peanuts, chili oil and freeze-dried chilies converge in fiery, cheerful union. You might recall those chilies from the free cups of peanuts you get in bars, and we love that they have the balls to put them to good use in another way. Other dishes don't have the same bold personality. Chilled Sichuan noodles with shredded chicken and pickles (RMB68) lacks heat and complexity. The garlic butter noodles (RB58), which are also featured in the giant crab dish (RMB268), feel one-dimensional, though said crab was tasty and great value given its size. Crispy-skinned Bad Boy Babi (RMB105), a nod to Balinese roasted suckling pig, reminds us that this kitchen is capable of wellexecuted plates, but the all-fat-no-skin slices and green mango salad — instead of traditional accompaniments like blood sausage and spicy pickled greens — steer this dish into convoluted fusion food. What the food lacks in focus, Cobra Lily makes up for with her cocktails, which are designed by Ruslan Kapstan. Over three visits, we managed to drink our way through the majority and enjoyed every single one, especially the more avant-garde 'signature' numbers. 1.5/3

The Vibe As with their other concepts, this group doesn't have any problem getting bums on seats. At present, Cobra Lily is pleasantly busy. You won't struggle to hear your date, but a DJ booth perched imperiously at the apex of the double ceiling may change that during busier service. 1/1

Value for Money

Anticipate spending a similar sum to what you'd usually pay at Liquid Laundry, and perhaps a little more if, like us, you fall prey to the cocktail menu. We would visit Cobra Lily again, particularly if out with larger groups, but we're still waiting for her to make good on her promise of food that takes us down the proverbial "gritty back alley." 1/1

Total Verdict: 3.5/5

Price: RMB250/400 per person Who's going: expats and locals Good for: non-rip off Xintiandi dining, craft cocktails, groups, dates

No. 19-20, Xintiandi, 181 Taicang Lu, by Madang Lu 太仓路181弄新天地19-20号, 近马当路. Nearest metro: Xintiandi, 5 mins. (5351 0116)

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Rose Garden

Style that Speaks, Substance that Whispers By Tongfei Zhang

The Place Located on the west gate of Fuxing Park next to Sinan Mansion and Huaihai Lu, Rose Garden is a newly opened western restaurant that once housed Park 97 bar. Sitting pretty with downright bucolic views of Fuxing Park’s manicured rose garden, the venue’s new life as a smart little restaurant is more fitting than its erstwhile existence as a bar.

The Food

We paid Rose Garden a visit during the day and were impressed by the value-driven lunch menu – RMB108 per person affords two courses plus a drink (RMB128 for three). We start with Asian-style chicken slaw that sees crisp wonton skin, walnuts and all sorts of shredded vegetables paired with ginger and sesame soy dressing. Zesty, refreshing and appetizing, the hearty portion is worth adding to your order. For mains, the ‘highly recommended’ roasted duck pizza with arugula proved to be… just above average. The overly thincrusted pie comes with a generous amount of cheese and roasted duck, but it would be better if it weren’t painted with cloyingly sweet barbecue sauce. Pork herb sausage with creamed corn mash and onion glaze on the other hand, is a much better choice, thanks to juicy and savory sausages. More diversified choices await on the dinner menu. Seared scallop (RMB98)

and lobster risotto (RMB268) are nicely executed, but our RMB598 expenditure on the Australian 400-day grain-fed wagyu ribeye proved to be the best investment of the evening. Served with roasted tomatoes and vegetables, the thick slices are tender and luscious. 2/3

The Vibe

Rose Garden’s spacious dining room and rear-facing cocktail bar are elegantly furnished with natural wood fittings, complementing the relaxed setting. Opened by Martijn van der Valk, who formerly worked at the luxe PuLi Hotel in Jing’an, this attention to detail and eye for aesthetics comes as no surprise. If you decide to come for lunch, pick a sunny day and reserve a table by the windows to catch the afternoon sun as it illuminates the adjacent park. 1/1

Total Verdict: 3.5/5 Price: RMB108/128 per person for lunch; RMB300-400 per person for dinner Who’s going: young locals, businesspeople Good for: steaks, special occasions, small groups

2 Gaolan Lu, by Sinan Lu (inside Fuxing Park) 皋兰路2 号甲复兴公园西门内, 近思南路 Nearest Metro: Huaihai Zhong Lu, 10 mins. Open daily: 10am-10pm. (6323 3766)

Value for Money

The lunch deals are undoubtedly great value for a restaurant of this caliber. When it comes to the à la carte dinner menu, we’d advise bringing friends to share the large portions and costs. The food might be a little predictable, but all things considered, this is an understated and stylish little restaurant. If you’re looking for somewhere casual yet sophisticated to impress dates or friends, Rose Garden is the place you’re looking for. 0.5/1 www.thatsmags.com | january 2017 | 63

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Yue Shi Ji

Excellent Value Yakiniku in Party Central By Tongfei Zhang

The Place Hidden on leafy Donghu Lu by Jenny’s Blue Bar, EleFante and Shanghai Brewery, Yue Shi Ji is a two-story villa bar and yakiniku joint offering great value Japanese-style barbecue. Yakiniku often ends up playing second fiddle to teppanyaki in Shanghai (we suspect because of those deceptive all-you-can-eat-anddrink deals) but when the price is as good as Yue Shi Ji, more often than not you’ll end up imbibing and grilling your way through more for less with yakiniku places.

The Food

A propensity for carnivorousness is all that’s required of diners here. Following suit, we put the house beef platter (RMB358), mini luxury seafood platter (RMB79) and Japanese boneless beef short ribs (RMB49) to the test. They are all quite tasty, but to our surprise, the superior beef tongue (RMB68) came out on top. Unlike others we’ve tried elsewhere, these are a little thicker, leaving a toothsome and bright texture even after they’ve been thoroughly sizzled. Equally good are the sizable, fresh Argentinian prawns (RMB12 each) and the king scallops (RMB29 each). Butter squares placed in their shells melt during the grilling process, and together with scallions and garlic, the result is finger lickin’ good. Stone pot garlic rice (RMB25) is robustly flavored and filling (though inadvisable if you happen to be on a date). And who doesn’t like sukiyaki? The bubbling spicy beef stock (RMB48) is coupled with mushrooms, tender

tofu, cabbages and most importantly, beef slices. 2/3

The Vibe

Those acquainted with Japanese barbecue will be well informed that drinking is inherently tied with the tradition. Yue Shi Ji is no different, where its own cocktail bar lights up after 9pm. The drinks, which seem to follow

the theme of ‘Costa del Sol 2004,’ are a luridly fruity lot, though agreeably priced at RMB48 each. We reckon you’ll have a merrier time sipping from the whisky menu, which offers single malt gems from RMB30-50 a glass. 16-year-old Lagavulin for RMB50? Sign us up. 1/1

Value for Money

Don’t get us wrong, there are tons of yakiniku places more authentic than Yue Shi Ji (many of which require a trek to the Gubei hinterlands), but when it comes to prodigious amounts of protein, value and a pre-game appropriate location, you’d be hard pressed to find better. Our meal for two ended up at RMB300 – try besting that at your local teppanyaki. 1/1

Total Verdict: 4/5

Price: RMB120-200 Who’s going: young locals and expats Good for: barbecue, meat, seafood,whisky, groups

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Straight No Chaser Eddy Yang's new cocktail bar Above The Globe in the McKinnon Theatre, built specially for incoming production of Sleep No More, an updated version of Macbeth. With a subtle Shakespearian theme running through it (the name is a nod to the Bard's Thames-side theater, The Globe) the menu will be divided into three genres: 'histories' of vintage cognac, classics and gin-led cocktails, 'comedies' featuring floral, herbal, fruity and refreshing numbers; and 'tragedies,' which are "strong and bitter."

Over in Sinan Mansions, a new craft beer spot from Japanese brewery Hitachino Nest is slated to open soon. Hailing from Japan’s coastal Ibaraki Prefecture, the brewery makes a host of beers and lagers ranging from saison, espresso stout, gingerinfused ale, malt ale and even rice ale. Hitachino has been credited with pioneering Japan’s craft beer scene, and opened its first overseas brewhouse in Hong Kong in 2016. DRiNK Magazine also reports that Shingo Gokan, the Japanese mixologist behind Speak Low will open a New York-inspired concept called Sober Company (ironically?) in mid-January. The venue will be split between three concepts, a café on the first floor, a restaurant on the second and a cocktail bar on the third.

Last but not least, ANOTHER new cocktail bar for the new year. TRIO is the effort of former Heyday mixologist Kimi, and is situated at 36 Tai'an Lu. They're soft open right now, so go forth and get schwasted.

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Spirit of the Devil

How Fernet Branca Became the Darling of the Mixology World By Logan R. Brouse

f you’ve been to lounges, bars and some clubs in Shanghai lately, you’ll notice a secret drink among the F&B set that I want to shine some light on - I’m talking about the liquid love of my life, Fernet Branca. It’s a diabolical, awe inspiring, saffron-laced beauty, and once you manage to contain its bold and bitter flavors, you will have taken one step further into mastery of the night. But first, some background. Invented in 1845 by Bernardino Branca in Milan, Fernet, a member of the amaro (Italian for bitters) family, was initially a medicine used for all sorts of old timey ailments like ‘lady hysteria.’ It actually does serve a purpose, however. As a digestive, it'll settle your stomach, and as a bar tool, it'll give you a burst of energy more intense then a double espresso, leaving you baptized in Italian herbals and golf-ball-eyed awake. To be honest, Fernet is a bartender drink. It’s dark, disgusting, vile, evil and unabashedly brilliant – possibly the worst thing you can ever drink, and possibly why we bartenders drink it. We have a choice of anything

at the bar, and time after time we reach for the Fernet. The point is that we've trained ourselves (with grimaces and pride) to like this black gold, and also to pass it on to our friends and hapless passers-by and give them a glimpse into our little world behind the bar. If anything, Fernet is more then a drink; it’s a nod, a handshake, a coded message that lets pourer and imbiber in on a special club not everyone knows of. A challenge that not all are willing to face, but yea to those who walk in the valley of the shadow of death. The level of Fernet devotion doesn’t end there; a few years ago, Fernet started producing Challenge Coins, to be passed, traded and occasionally stolen among industry insiders. An enameled coin to be carried around at all times, when you go to any bar that serves Fernet Branca, you pop that bad boy on the bar counter and wait until the bartender shows you theirs. If it’s a hip or informed bar they will either have the coin, or know that they need to buy you a shot of Fernet in return. However, if they have a coin, then you buy the shot. Fernet Branca has had two specially commissioned China coins in the last year, but how to get one? You’ll need to get one of us bartenders drunk enough to give it to you. Logan R. Brouse, proprietor and mixologist of Logan’s Punch Bar, has run bars and clubs in Shanghai for over six years. In between hangovers, he puts pen to paper to record his pontifications on the drink industry.

The Camel’s Hip New Clothes A Look Inside the Revamped Veteran Sports Bar By Betty Richardson

ne of the city's best loved sports bars, The Camel has always had a loyal following who show up week in, week out to catch the footie or rugby, compete in the pub quiz and eat platefuls of butter chicken. But let's be honest, the place was starting to look at little bit, well, tired. Not so anymore! Fresh from renovation, The Camel has a brand new look that's a lot less Sid-and-Dot and a lot more cool gastropub. And while the interiors have gone

all hipstery, sports screening remains at the heart, with four new massive TV walls, and 11 new LCD screens dotted around the place. Layout-wise, The Camel's central doublesided bar remains at the heart, only now the sound dynamics optimized to allow for two different sports games to be screened simultaneously on either side. Win-win for when both the rugby and footie are on. The back area has also been completely opened up to create more seating, with a sliding door that can segregate the space for private functions. There's also a new ping pong table at the back, along with darts and foosball tables. The other big difference is that the whole venue is now nonsmoking. If you do need to light up, you'll have to toddle off to the outdoor smoking area. But luckily, there's seating, heat lamps and an LCD screen due to be installed there.

The bar now carries 20 draft beers, including Goose Island, Boxing Cat, Little Creatures, Mornington and a very tasty 'Aurora Hoppyalis' IPA from Karl Strauss. The food's also been given a revamp from new Chef Michael Beckwith, the former executive chef of M1NT. Pub grub classics like the Camel nachos, beef, lamb or chicken burgers and steak sandwiches sit alongside pumpkin and sage arancini, Gorgonzola gnocchi and oxtail ballotine. The new look comes courtesy of interior designer Hannah Churchill, who previously designed the group's other concepts, D.O.C, The Bull & Claw and El Luchador, as well as Liquid Laundry. We say the new look will keep punters happy for years to come. Price: RMB30-120 per person Who’s going: local and expat sports fans Good for: sports, casual hangouts, groups, beer

1 Yueyang Lu, by Dongping Lu 岳阳路1号，近东平路. Nearest metro: Changshu Lu, 10 mins. Open daily, 11.30am-late. (6437 9446)

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Where to Find BUDWEISER If you’re not partaking in ‘dry January’ this year, why not get 2017 off on the right foot with this fantastic happy hour deal at all four of Hooters’ branches around town? We guarantee that the crisp, all-American taste of Budweiser and alwaysfriendly service from our bubbly hostesses will put a smile on your face. Offer: buy one get one free on draught beer through January at all four Hooters branches

Hooters (Huaihai Lu) 1/F, Bldg 1, 1498 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Wulumuqi Nan Lu 淮海中路1498号1号楼1 楼, 近乌鲁木齐南路. Nearest metro: Shanghai Library (1 min). Open daily: Mon-Thu, Sun, 11am-12am; Fri-Sat, 11am-1am. (6437 9811)

Hooters (Zhengdale City) Room 1-105, 599 Dong’an Lu, by Zhongshan Nan Er Lu 东安路599号1-105室，近中山南二路. Nearest metro: Longhua Zhong Lu, 5 mins. Open daily: Mon-Thurs, 11-12am; Fri-Sun, 11-2am. (6012 8758)

Hooters (Lujiazui) Super Brand Mall, 1/F, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 陆家嘴西路168 号, 正大广场1楼, 近陆家嘴环路. Nearest metro: Lujiazui, 3 mins. Open daily: MonThu, Sun, 11am-12am; Fri-Sat, 11am-1am. (5049 0199)

Hooters (L’Avenue) 3/F, L'Avenue 99 Xianxia Lu, by Zunyi Lu 仙霞路99号3楼近遵义路. Nearest metro: Loushanguan Lu, 10 mins. Open daily: Mon-Thu, Sun, 11am-12am; FriSat, 11am-1am. (6212 0296)

EVENTS

Jan 6 | NIGHTLIFE

Vinai

Jan 3 | NIGHTLIFE

Haggard

The Italian duo, who are signed to mega-EDM label Spinnin’ Records, have released collaborations with the likes of DVBBS and have performed at major music festivals like Ultra and Mysteryland. > Jan 6, 10.30pm-late, RMB180. Fusion, 5/F, Bldg 6, South Block, 123 Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu 兴业路123号6号楼5楼, 近马当路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

The 16-piece German group have been mixing classical with death metal for over 25 years. They’re bringing their world tour to MAO Livehouse to support their latest disc, Grimm, inspired by the works of The Brothers Grimm. > Jan 3, 8.30pm, RMB380. MAO Livehouse, 3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by Jianguo Zhong Lu 重庆南路308号3楼, 近建国中路 (5445 0086)

Jan 4 | NIGHTLIFE

Novelist

For their first party of 2017, Yeti is bringing the 19-year-old South London emcee that’s widely considered ‘the future of grime’ to Arkham. In just a few years, Novelist has gone from battling in afterschool clashes at the local McDonalds to sharing the stage with Kanye and Skepta. Naaah, Kilo Vee and Esa support. > Jan 4, 10pm-late, RMB80-120. Arkham, 1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu, by Hengshan Lu 乌鲁木齐南路1号, 近衡山路 (6211 6317)

Jan 6-7 | ARTS

Paris Opera Ballet Eleven dancers from one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious dance companies will perform 11 pieces ranging from classical to contemporary that represent typical French ballet. > Jan 6-7, 7.15pm, RMB80-880. Shanghai Oriental Art Centre, 425 Dingxiang Lu, by Shiji Dadao 丁香路425号, 近世纪大道 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

Jan 7 | ARTS

They Will Have To Kill Us First

Jan 6 | NIGHTLIFE

Spyfi Praised for mixing deep basslines with strong beats, the producer has been a vital part of China’s underground scene since first emerging in 2009. He caps off a national tour to support his self-released new disc, Let Me Low It. Aivilox and Sayer support. > Jan 6, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. DADA, 115 Xingfu Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu 幸福路115号, 近法华镇路 (150 0018 2212) 7 2 | j a nu a r y 2 0 1 7 | www . th a t s m a g s . c o m

A week before Vieux Farka Touré’s show (see p36), Woozy Community Films screens this award-winning documentary about Mali’s legacy of Saharan blues. After Islamic hardliners took control of northern Mali in 2012, they enforce one of the harshest interpretations of Sharia law and ban all forms of music. The stirring documentary follows the country’s revered musicians’ efforts to preserve Mali’s cultural legacy as they are forced to go in hiding. The film is being screened in China for the first time and is in English with Chinese subtitles. A curated playlist of contemporary panAfrican music will be played before and after the movie. > Jan 7, 6pm, free entry. DADA, 115 Xingfu Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu 幸福路115号, 近法华镇路 (150 0018 2212)

Events

Jan 7 | NIGHTLIFE

Jan 13 | SPORTS

Alan Walker

Shanghai Sharks vs Liaoning Jiebao Hunters

Since his single ‘Faded’ went platinum in over 10 different countries, the Norwegian DJ and producer has been a major name to keep an eye out for. With over 700 million YouTube views and official remixes from EDM legend Tiësto, Walker has proven he’s no one-hit wonder, reconnecting with singer Iselin Solheim on last summer’s chart-topping single, ‘Sing Me To Sleep,’ which has been streamed over 17 million times on Spotify. > Jan 7, 10.30pm-late, RMB180-380. MYST, 1123 Yan’an Zhong Lu, by Fumin Lu 延安中路1123号, 近富民路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

First, he won America’s heart as a relentless scoring machine for the University of Utah. Now Jimmer Fredette has taken his act to China where he’s led the Shanghai Sharks to the top of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) standings. While the Sharks are mainly on the road this month, they’ll face a big challenge against a Liaoning team that features foreign CBA vets (Lester Hudson, Shavlik Randolph) and domestic standouts (Guo Ailun, Han Dejun). Other home games include battles against Jilin (Jan 11) and Fujian (Jan 20). Averaging nearly 40 points a game (a league high), the former Sacramento King has made a strong case to return to the NBA, meaning there’s just a couple more months for Shanghai to revel in the revived Jimmer mania. > Jan 13, 7.35pm, RMB50-300. Yuanshen Stadium, 655 Yuanshen Lu, by Zhangyang Lu 源深路655号, 近张杨路 (5821 8439)

Jan 13 | ARTS

Alice Sara Ott Jan 10-15 | ARTS

Riverdance What began as an interval performance for Eurovision has grown into a dance sensation. This celebration of traditional Irish music and dance returns to Shanghai as part of its 20th anniversary tour. > Jan 10-15, 7.15pm (with 2pm show on Sat), RMB80-850. Shanghai Grand Theatre, 300 Renmin Dadao, by Huangpi Bei Lu 人民大道300号, 近黄陂北路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

Jan 11 | NIGHTLIFE

Hudson Mohawke

The widely lauded German-Japanese pianist returns to Shanghai Oriental Art Center, where she will perform a rare program of Grieg. Recently, Ott made her debut with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Chicago Symphony and the Royal Philharmonic. > Jan 13, 7.30pm, RMB80-580. Shanghai Oriental Art Center, 425 Dingxiang Lu, by Shiji Dadao 丁香路425号, 近世纪大道 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

Jan 13 | NIGHTLIFE

MDC

The highly-touted Scottish DJ has evolved from glitchy turntablist to trap-hop heavyweight in just a few years. Signed to Warp and Kanye’s G.O.O.D. Music production team, Mohawke has laced giants like Ye, Pusha T, Drake and Anohni with beats. In addition to his acclaimed solo albums like 2015’s Lantern, Mohawke is one half of trap giants TNGHT. > Jan 11, 9pm-late, free entry with RSVP). Le Baron, 7/F, 20 Donghu Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu 东湖路20号7楼, 近淮海中路 (reservations@lebaronshanghai.com)

The seminal punk band formed in Austin, Texas in 1981 and were the standard bearers for the North American hardcore scene along with contemporaries like Dead Kennedys, Bad Brains, Minor Threat, Black Flag and DOA. For their inaugural tour of Mainland China, they’re bringing along American punk band The Elected Officials and Shanghai favorites, Round Eye. > Jan 13, 9pm, RMB100-120. Yuyintang, 851 Kaixuan Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu 凯旋路851 号, 近延安西路 (5237 8662) www . th a t s m a g s . c o m | j a nu a r y 2 0 1 7 | 7 3

Events

Jan 13 | NIGHTLIFE

Jan 15-17 | EAT/DRINK

Raz presents Planetarium

Sidney Schutte meets Wujie

The Elevator and Co:Motion staple may be moving to Berlin this month but he’ll be throwing one hell of a farewell bash. The all-night Planetarium set features selections that reflect the passage of a full day from ethereal ambient and dub to twisted disco and soaring synths. Lots of big bookings this month at Elevator with visits from the hip Kontra-Musik label (Jan 7), Murlo (Jan 14), DJ Hyperactive (Jan 20) and Jane Fitz (Jan 21). > Jan 13, 10pm-late, RMB30. Elevator, 4/F, 218 Xinle Lu, by Donghu Lu 新乐路218号, 近东湖路 (136 6174 7409)

After October’s vegetarian menu collaboration at the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam, the two-star Michelin chef will be coming to Shanghai to return the favor. For three nights, Chef Schutte will team with Wujie’s head chefs for an exciting culinary menu where East meets West and tradition meets contemporary. The gastronomic experience isn’t solely for vegetarians, but for all fans of innovative cuisine. > Jan 15-17, 6pm, RMB1,288. Wujie (Bund 22), 4/F, Bund 22, 22 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by Xinyong’an Lu 中山东二路22号外滩22号4楼, 近新永安路 (6375 2818)

Jan 14 | NIGHTLIFE

Diplo

Jan 20 | NIGHTLIFE

Osunlade

From underground tastemaker (M.I.A., Hollertronix) to producer to the stars (Beyoncé, Bieber, Madonna), it’s been an astounding rise for the genre-hopping producer. Acclaimed equally for his electronic dancehall side group (Major Lazer) as he is for his super-duo Jack Ü with Skrillex, the Mad Decent figurehead has managed to achieve new levels of success without sacrificing his music cred. > Jan 14, 10.30pm-late, RMB280-380. MYST, 1123 Yan’an Zhong Lu, by Fumin Lu 延安中路1123号, 近富民路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

UNICO Shanghai welcomes back the Yoruba Records founder that’s been dubbed ‘the messiah of ancestral house music.’ After cutting his teeth working with R&B icons like Patti Labelle and Freddie Jackson, Osunlade has crafted a distinct style of Afro-Caribbeaninspired deep dancefloor beats. With 14 albums to his name, Osunlade is a highly sought-after remixer and is praised worldwide for his legendary DJ sets. > Jan 20, 10pm-late, RMB100. UNICO Shanghai, 2/F, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu 中山东一路外滩3号2楼, 近广东路 (5308 5399)

Jan 20-21 | NIGHTLIFE

James Adomian Until Jan 15 | ARTS

Mozart! This hit musical celebrates the legacy of the Austrian composer. focusing on the child prodigy-turned-adult making the radical change to leave the royal court and find the distinct artistic path that produced enduring pieces like ‘Requiem.’ In that same spirit, this musical adds a modern makeover to the story. So far, it’s been a hit across Europe and will make its Shanghai debut with a 40-show run at Shanghai Culture Square. > Dec 13-Jan 15, 7.15pm (Tues-Sun) and 2pm (weekends), RMB80-1,080. Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu 复兴中路597号, 近陕西南路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn) 7 4 | j a nu a r y 2 0 1 7 | www . th a t s m a g s . c o m

Kung Fu Komedy welcomes the Comedy Bang! Bang! staple. For years a respected stand-up who has appeared on Last Comic Standing and The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Adomian’s star was boosted last year for his much loved impersonation of politician Bernie Sanders. Last year, he toured America as part of the Upright Comedy Brigade organized show, Trump vs Bernie. > Jan 20-21, 9pm (Fri), 8pm and 10pm (Sat), RMB170-200. Kung Fu Komedy Club, 4/F, 1 Xiangyang Bei Lu, by Julu Lu 襄阳路1号4楼, 近巨鹿路 (5046 2471, 247tickets.cn)

Events

Jan 21 | EAT/DRINK

Jan 30-Feb 3 | ARTS

Australia Day Roast

Ghost: The Musical

Austcham Shanghai once again takes over Kakadu for this entertainment-packed family day gathering featuring kids’ activities, a pavlova bake-off and live music. Expect a roast of Aussie favorites as well as free flow beer in this lively toast to the land down under. > Jan 21, 11.30am-4pm, RMB420-520 (for adults), RMB200-250 (for kids 6-15 years old), RMB1,000 (for AustCham families). Kakadu, 8 Jianguo Zhong Lu, by Chongqiong Lu 建国中路8号, 近重庆路 (www.austchamshanghai.com)

Over a million people have seen this hit musical adaptation of the Oscar nominated film that famously starred Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore. Boasting impressive effects and stirring songs, this stage version has been nominated for Tony and Olivier Awards. > Jan 30-Feb 3, 7.15pm (with 2pm shows from Tues-Thurs), RMB80-980. Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu 复兴中路597号, 近陕西南路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

All month | ARTS

Tsuyoshi Hisakado Jan 27 | NIGHTLIFE

JZ Spring Festival To kick off the holiday, JZ Club has invited 10 bands of different styles from funk to fusion to rock the house. Participating acts include Macleen Trio, Kuzu, Rendez Vous with Miss Helene, Mixx Company, Il Funkky Shu’s wit Nu Soles, PlaRay, Noukilla (pictured), Latin Quintet, Tinho Pereira & band and an epic bass jam session going off at 3.15am. > Jan 27, 7pm, RMB80. JZ Club, 158 Julu Lu, by Ruijin Yi Lu 巨鹿路158号, 近瑞金一路 (6431 0269)

Jan 28 | COMMUNITY

Spring Festival

The year of the rooster officially kicks off, and more importantly, that means the first major holiday of 2017. This year’s days off are Friday, January 27 to Thursday, February 2 (yay). On the flip side that means Sunday, January 22 and Saturday, February 4 are the official adjusted work days (boo). For more on the Spring Festival from Chinese New Year dinners to recommended getaways, stay tuned to www. thatsmags.com/shanghai.

MoCA Pavilion hosts the first solo exhibition in China from the awardwinning Kyoto artist. During his Shanghai stay, Hisakado will create a space-specific installation combining aspects of light and sound for a rich sensory experience. > Until Feb 5. MoCA Pavilion, Gate 7, People’s Park, 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xinchang Lu 南京西路231号人民公园7号门, 近新昌路 (6327 9900)

All month | ARTS

Lighting Art Festival

The developers behind Xintiandi and the Hub, Shui On Land are launching an extraordinary lighting festival at their Ruihong Tiandi property. 11 internationallyrenowned artists have created unique installations inspired by the moon. Highlights include Australian designer Peter Rimak’s work ‘Moonlight Still’ that tells an interesting story about a hummingbird, flowers and the moon. > Free entry. Ruihong Tiandi, 188 Ruihong Lu, by Tianhong Lu 瑞虹天地月亮湾, 瑞虹路 188号, 近天虹路 www . th a t s m a g s . c o m | j a nu a r y 2 0 1 7 | 7 5

cit y scenes

CITY SCENES Kingdom Park celebrated its grand opening at its 5,400-square-meter art garden club on November 18. Guests and media were invited to the party.

Singapore Raffles Hotel, an award-winning property of the Raffles Hotels and Resorts Group, announced a three-phase renovation plan on October 11.

Following the success of its first event in 2015, the second edition of Wellington College Festival of Education was held in October. The third edition will be held in 2017.

The iapm Mall hosted a series of Christmas activities to celebrate the holiday with its customers.

SAMSUNG Fashion House mesmerized the crowd at Shanghai Fashion Week by combining technology and fashion to create a unique show. 7 6 | j a nu a r y 2 0 1 7 | www . th a t s m a g s . c o m

High-end serviced apartment brand Stanford Residences invited Michelinstarred chef Piet Vandeputte to host a festive dessert class at Stanford Residences Xu Hui.

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts unveiled its first collaboration with Chinese art collective X+Q Art (founded by renowned artists Qu Guangci and Xiang Jing) with a series of artworks themed ‘Ai Mei • Midsummer.’

CI T Y SCE N ES

The Monaco Yacht Club’s brand La Belle Classe held a press conference to introduce its new 39-meter-long super yacht, Jetsetter.

US Tart Cherries introduced its new product, Mont Morency, on the “Cherry Day - Cherry Coming Night” themed party on November 11.

Museum of Contemporary Art, Shanghai MoCA Pavilion presented Japanese contemporary Buddhist art group S-VA-HA special project, SHANGRI-LA, from December 2 to 18.

Through February 28, audio specialist Sennheiser joins forces with the Peninsula Hotels in Beijing and Shanghai to allow audiophiles and business travelers to discover sound in a new dimension with their Sound Studios.

On December 13, AB InBev unveiled 2016 Beer X’mas Wonderland in Xintiandi Shanghai with the presence of super model Ming Xi, kicking off a 13-day fantastic beer journey.

Shanghai ifc Mall invited Ukrainian gymnast Maria Margaret (Maria Margiyeva) to its Christmas Star Acrobatic Gymnastics Performance on December 9-11.

The 4th edition of Parinama Shanghai Open WDC & WDC AL World Trophy took place at the Mercedes-Benz Arena on November 5-6.

Supported by Pro Helvetia Shanghai, ECAL/University of Art & Design Lausanne presented an exhibition named “ECAL Graphic Design Exhibition” around China, including a stop at Shanghai’s West Bund Art and Design Fair on November 9-13.

Shanghai ifc Mall teamed up with Disney’s classic cartoon characters like Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Winnie the Pooh and Tigger, to present a fun and lovely Christmas season for shoppers.

English+ hosted a fun-filled morning of activities for families on December 17-18.

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Shanghai ifc Mall introduced multiple new fashion and luxury brands, including Christian Louboutin boutiques, Miu Miu and Valentino.

International Japanese ramen chain Ippudo won the award for ‘Japanese Noodle King of the Year.’

Hosted by SECA Academy, the 2016 SECA School Fencing League was successfully held in November.

In November, Hanyuan organized a used clothing donation event to help poor children in Yunnan.

On November 30, Antai College of Economics and Management (ACEM), Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (CCI France Chine) declared the commencement of French Open Days 2016. On November 17, WeWork CEO and Co-Founder Adam Neumann, Co-Founder Miguel McKelvey, and Hony Capital Chairman and CEO John Zhao officially celebrated the opening of WeWork’s New China Flagship on Weihai Lu.

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Shanghai T’oBeray and New Zealand’s Quality Foods Southland (QFS) introduced L’amour Puff Pastry to the China market at a press conference held at New Zealand Central, Xintiandi on November 24.

Designer Zhang Na held an unique fashion show for her eco-friendly project ‘Reclothing Bank’ at Zhangyuan in Jing’an on November 30.

An exhibition dedicated to the wines of Saint-Emilion – Pomerol – Fronsac debuted on December 9 in the National Pu-erh Tea Museum in South Yunnan Province.

hotel news

Hotel newS

‘Once Upon a Time’ Christmas Lighting Ceremony at Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental On November 26, Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental hosted a French-style Christmas lighting ceremony to unveil a six-meter-tall Christmas tree in the lobby. Teachers and students from French School offered a fantastic performance. At the end of the event, the hotel’s General Manager Wesley Wang gave a speech to thank guests.

Christmas Lighting Ceremony at Hotel Equatorial Shanghai Together with their loyal guests, staff and artists, Hotel Equatorial Shanghai celebrated Christmas with a tree lighting ceremony on December 5. The event kicked off with a performance by Germany Rose Quartet. While the hotel’s General Manager lit the Christmas tree, singer Anne Evenou serenaded the crowd with her beautiful voice. All proceeds from sales at the event were donated to Qing Cong Quan Training Center, a charity that helps children with special needs. Jing’an Shangri-La, West Shanghai Celebrated the Holiday Season With a Myriad of Festive Activities

Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Kicked off Christmas Celebrations with a Delightful Tree Lighting Ceremony

Following its tradition, Jing’an Shangri-La Hotel, West Shanghai kicked off the 2016 holiday season with a joyful Christmas tree lighting ceremony on December 8. Proceeds from the event were donated to the Children’s Hospital of Fudan University for medical treatment of underprivileged children.

On December 8, Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel kicked off their festive celebration with a tree lighting ceremony. Together with Santa Claus, Barry Kirkwood, the CSR Manager of British Chamber and Aileen Huang, the Owner General Manager of Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, lit up the Christmas tree in the hotel lobby. The hotel also launched the ‘Bright Eyes’ charity fundraising program at the event.

Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East Kicked off 2016 Christmas season with Tree Lighting Ceremony Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East hosted a joyful Christmas tree lighting ceremony on December 3. Tyson Bae, the hotel’s General Manager and the management team hosted the celebration with Santa Claus. Sheraton Shanghai Waigaoqiao Hotel Hosted Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony On December 2, Sheraton Shanghai Waigaoqiao Hotel launched a Christmas program with a spectacular tree lighting ceremony. General Manager Janet Si lit up the Christmas tree while performances and food were presented for guests to enjoy.

Fairmont Peace Hotel Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Fairmont Peace Hotel started the Christmas season with a grand Christmas tree lighting ceremony on December 1. The world-renown Old Jazz Band and Wellington International School Student both delivered wonderful performances. Executive Chef Jeremy Harris and his culinary team prepared a sumptuous Christmas feast for guests. Sofitel Hongqiao Held ‘Once Upon a Time’ Christmas Lighting Ceremony Inspired by the spirit of Art De Noël, Sofitel Shanghai Hongqiao’s ‘Once Upon a Time’ Christmas tree lighting ceremony was held at its lobby on December 2. General Manager David Bark kicked off the ceremony with a welcome speech, followed by a performance from the students of French School. Guests were also treated to an elaborate Christmas buffet by French Executive Chef Guillaume Comparat.

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AE KITCHEN NOT JUST BRUNCH. One of the most popular brunch places in town! 1) 491 Yuyuan Lu, by Zhenning Lu (6241 3233) 2) 1632-5 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Hunan Lu (3123 5633) 3) 457 Jumen Lu, by Runan Jie (3159 5833) 1) 愚园路 491 号 , 近镇宁路 2) 淮海中路 1632-5 号 , 近湖南路 3) 局门路 457 号 , 近汝南街

Bistro Burger Bistro Burger serves 100 percent Australian beef patties with special spices and fresh ingredients and milkshakes made with New Zealand ice cream. The bistro also functions as a bar where a wide selection of beers and cocktail concoctions can be best enjoyed. 1/F, 291 Fumin Lu, by Changle Lu (6170 1315) Mon-Sat: 11-12am; Sun: 11-10pm www. bistroburger.com.cn 富民路 219 号 1 楼 , 近长乐路 Blue Frog is pleased to introduce a creative new Drinks Menu. As the new year begins, this new menu wakes up everyone’s taste buds with a bevy of specialty and original cocktails, mocktails, shots, beer, wine and healthy drinks inspired by popular ingredients.1) Room 1E27, 1/F, Building 1, Chamtime Plaza, 1239 Zuchongzhi Lu, by Jinke Lu (5080 1320) 2) Green Sports & Leisure Center, R3-633 Biyun Lu, by Yunshan Lu (5030 6426) 3) Lower Level, Unit 12, 131 Tianyaoqiao Lu, by Nandang Dong Lu (3368 6117) 4) Daning Life Hub, 102A-103A, Block 6, 1918 Gonghexin Lu, by Daning Lu (6631 3920) 5) No. 176 Fashion Park, Jinfeng Lu and Yunle Lu (3490 9880) 6) Room 118, Shanghai Plaza, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Pu’an Lu (6390 0277) 7) Unit 131, 1st Floor Kerry Parkside, 1378 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu (3378 0271) 8) B109, 100 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai Lu (6877 8668) 9) No.12-14, Fucheng Lu, by Mingshang Lu (6891 0977) 10) Unit 122, 1/F Plaza 96, 796 Dongfang Lu, by Laoshan Lu (6891 5210) 11) Unit 1-L119 & 1-LM12, The Place, 100 Zunyi Lu, by Ziyun Lu (6237 1236) 12) 10b, 1/F, Skymall, No.5001, Dushi Lu, by Xinzhu Lu (3350 8122) 13) 755 Shanghai Disneytown, Lane 255, West Shendi Road, Pudong New Area (5833 0399) 14) Unit 113 & 115 & 211, East Block, BINGO PLAZA, 345 Tianshan Lu, by Tianzhong Lu (6278 7269) 15) Unit 124 & 125, 950 Zhenhua Lu, by Dahua Er Lu (6070 6908) 16) L104&202, 379 Hengfeng Lu, by Yutong Lu (5299 2730) 1) 祖冲之路 1239 弄长泰广场 1 座 1 楼 1E27, 近金科路 2) 碧云路 633 号 1 层 R3, 近云山路 3) 天钥桥路 131 号地下 1 层 12 室 , 近南丹东路 4) 共和新路 1918 号 6 幢 102A-103A 室 , 近大宁路 5) 金丰路运乐路丰尚国际广场 176 号 6) 淮海中路 138 号上海广场商场 118 室 , 近普安路 7) 花木路 1378 号浦东嘉里城商场一层 L131 单元 , 近芳甸路 8) 世纪大道 100 号上海环球金融中心 B109 室 , 近东泰路 9) 富城路 12-14 号 , 近名商路 10) 东方路 796 号 96 广场第一层 122 单元 , 近崂山路 11) 遵义路 100 号虹桥南丰城步行街 1-L119&1LM12 单元 , 近紫云路 12) 莘庄都市路 5001 号仲盛世界商城 1 层 10b, 近莘朱路 13) 浦东新区申迪西路 255 弄上海迪士尼小镇 755 号 14) 天山路 345 号缤谷文化休闲广场东座第 113&115&211 单元 , 近天中路 15) 真华路 950 号 124&125 室 , 近大华二路 16) 恒丰路 379 号 L104 & L202 单元 , 近裕通路

Element Fresh Chain of restaurants and one of the longest running with quality ingredients and good service. One of the mainstays in Shanghai. 1) Rm.112, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu (6279 8682) Mon-Thurs: 7am-11pm; Fri-Sat: 7-12am Sun 7am-11pm 2) 4/F, 1028 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Donghu Lu (5403 8865) Mon-Thus: 8am-11pm; FriSat: 8-12am; Sun 8am-11pm 3) 1/F Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (5047 2060) Mon-Thurs: 9am-10.30pm; Fri 9am-11pm Sat-Sun: 8am-10.30pm 4) 1/F, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huashan Lu (6407 5992) Mon-Thurs: 7am11pm; Fri-Sat: 7-12am; Sun 7am-11pm 5) 6/F, 228 Xizang Nan Lu, by Taoyuan Lu (6334 3598) Daily 7am10.30pm 6) 2/F, Shanghai World Financial Center, 100 Shiji Da Dao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (6877 4001) Daily 10am-10pm 7) 1/F, 2088 Yanan Xi Lu, by Yili Lu (6083 7436) Mon-Thurs: 9am-10.30pm; Fri 9am-11pm; Sat 8am-11pm; Sun 8am-10.30pm 8) Green City, 331 Hongfeng Lu, by Biyun Lu (3382 1700) Mon-Fri: 9am10.30pm; Sat: 8am-11pm; Sun 8am-10.30pm 9) 1/ F 1378 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu (2022 2537) MonThurs: 9am-10.30pm; Fri 9am-11pm; Sat 8am-11pm; Sun 8am-10.30pm 10)unit 2, building 18, north block xintiandi, 181 taicang Lu Sun-Thurs 8am-12pm; FriSat 8am-2am (6326 0950) 11) Shop 402, 4/F, K11 Art Mall, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Huangpi Nan Lu Daily 10am-10pm (6315 2070) 12) Unit N1-12, N2-11, Jing’an Kerry Centre, 1551 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Tongren Lu Sun-Thurs 8am-11pm; Fri-Sat 8-12am (6139 8297) 1) 南京西路 1376 号上海商城 112 室 , 近西康路 2) 淮海中路 1028 号嘉华中心 4 楼 , 近东湖路 3) 陆家嘴西路 168 号正大广场 1 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路 4) 虹桥路 1 号港汇广场 1 楼 , 近华山路 5) 西藏南路 228 号 6 楼 , 近桃源路 6) 世纪大道 100 号环球金融中心 2 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路 7) 延安西路 2088 号虹桥嘉顿广场一层 , 近伊犁路 8) 红枫路 331 号 , 近碧云路 9) 花木路 1378 号浦东嘉里城 1 楼 , 近芳甸路 10) 太仓路 181 弄新天地北里 18 号楼 02 单元 11) 淮海中路 300 号 K11 艺术中心 4 楼 402, 近黄陂南路 12) 南京西路 1551 号静安嘉里中心 N1-12，N2-11 单元 , 近铜仁路

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POP a generous and playful all-day dining rooftop American Brasserie with spectacular Bund views. Opening daily 11am-1am. 7/F, 3 Zhong Shan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6321 0909) www. threeonthebund.com 中山东一路 3 号 7 楼 , 近广东路 Hooters Great food, great beverages, and pretty HOOTERS Girls. -This is HOOTERS! 1) 1/F, Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by Fucheng Lu (5049 0199) 2) 1/F, 1498 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Wulumuqi Nan Lu (6437 9811) 3) 3/F, L’Avenue, 99 Xianxia Lu, by Zunyi Lu (6212 0296) 4) 201, China View Building No.1,East Worker's Stadium Lu,Chaoyang District,Beijing (010 6585 8787) 5) 1F, Lippo Tower, No.62 North Kehua Lu,Chengdu (028 6281 8877) 1) 陆家嘴西路 168 号正大广场一层 , 近富城路 2) 淮海中路 1498 号 1 号楼一层 , 近乌鲁木齐南路 3) 仙霞路 99 号尚嘉中心三层 , 近遵义路 4) 北京市朝阳区工人体育场东路，中国红街 1 号楼 201 5) 成都市武侯区科华北路 62 号力宝大厦一层

KABB 1) North Block House 5 Lane 181 Taicang Lu, by Madang Lu (5465 3856) 2) LG1-142, Shanghai iapm mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Nanchang Lu (6448 3039) 3) Unit S1-04, Jing An Kerry Center, 1238 Yan’an Zhong Lu, by Changde Lu (6237 8863) 1) 太仓路 181 号，新天地北里 5 号楼 2) 淮海中路 999 号上海环贸广场地下一层 LG1-142, 近马当路 3) 延安中路 1238 号静安嘉里中心一层 S1-04 号单元及二层 S2-04 单元 , 近常德路

Shanghai Beer Factory, or affectionately called by its fans as “SBF”, has finally opened its second outlet in Jin Qiao, Pudong in July 2016. First established in 2014, SBF started brewing and serving its very own craft beers out of its location at Shanghai Indoor Stadium, achieved recognition as the “Best Craft Beer Restaurant” in 2015. SBF also offers both classic alltime favorites and innovative dishes with Jinqiao branch launched its whole-new desserts selection since August. 1) Pudong: Rm124, Building 7 of Life Hub, 3611 Zhangyang Lu, by Jinqiao Lu. (6160 0116) 2) Xuhui: West Gate of Shanghai Indoor Stadium, 1111 Caoxi Bei Lu, by Zhongshan Nan Er Lu (3356 5005) 1) 张杨路

made from traditional formulas. 1) Unit B2-07, B2/F, HUBINDAO, 150 Hubin Lu, by Jinan Lu 2) 2/F, Building 10, Daning The Life Hub, 1988 Gonghe Xin Lu, by Daning Lu 3)Unit B1-3-38, B1/F, Building 1, Jinqiao International Commercial Plaza, 3611 Zhangyang Lu, by Boshan Dong Lu 4) Unit LG1-36, LG1/F, Crystal galleria Shopping Center, 68 Yuyuan Lu, by Changde Lu 5) Unit G5, B1/F, Skymall, 5001 Dushi Lu, by Xinzhu Lu 6) Unit B102-42 , B1/F, Joy City, 198 Xizang Bei Lu, by Haining Lu 7) Unit G09-B1-1-7-007 , B1/F, Bailian New Era Mall, 8 Songhu Lu, by Zhonghuan Lu 8) Unit B1-04, B1/F, The Place, 150 Zunyi Lu, by Ziyun Lu 1) 湖滨路 150 号湖滨道购物中心 B2 楼 B2-07, 近济南路 2) 共和新路 1988 号大宁国际 10 座 2 楼 , 近大宁路 3) 张杨路 3611 号金桥国际商业广场 1 座 B1 楼 B1-3-38, 近博山东路 4) 愚园路 68 号晶品购物中心 LG1 楼 LG136, 近常德路 5) 都市路 5001 号仲盛世界商场 B1 楼 G5, 近莘朱路 6) 西藏北路 198 号大悦城北楼 B1 楼 B10242, 近海宁路 7) 淞沪路 8 号百联又一城购物中心 B1 楼 G09-B1-1-7-007, 近中环路 8) 遵义路 150 号虹桥南丰城 B1-04 单元 , 近紫云路

YUE Chinese Restaurant is presenting an exciting blend of local & traditional Cantonese dishes served in a modern atmosphere boasting nine private dining rooms. 2/F, Pullman Shanghai South, 1 Pubei Lu, by Liuzhou Lu (2426 8888) Lunch 11.30am - 2pm; Dinner 5.30– 9.30pm 浦北路 1 号 , 上海中星铂尔曼大酒店 2 楼 , 近柳州路

YUE 1525 Enjoy authentic Hong Kong- style Cantonese cuisine at YUE 1525 for either business lunch, family gatherings or special occasions. YUE 1525 is headed by the veteran Cantonese Chef Wong from Hong Kong. Dim sum, clay pot dishes, double-boiled soups and chef’s signature recipes are among the favourites. Lunch daily, 11.30am-2.30pm. Afternoon tea, 2.30-4.30pm on weekends only. Dinner daily, 5-10pm. Level 3, 1555 Dingxi Lu, by Yuyuan Lu (6225 8665) 定西路 1555 号巴黎春天新世界酒店 3 楼 , 近愚园路。

11am-2.30pm; 6-10.30pm 茂名南路 59 号锦江饭店北楼底层 , 近长乐路

Grape Restaurant Originated from 1987, Grape Shanghai is a well-known Shanghainese restaurant popular in the expat community. Chinese traditional cuisine is offered here, featuring Peking Duck, Mandarin Fish with Pine Nuts and Kung Pao Chicken, Deep Fried Ribs with Garlic and dishes served on a sizzling hot cast iron skillet. Jia, 55 Xinle Lu, by Xiangyang Bei Lu (5404 0486) 新乐路 55 号甲 , 近襄阳北路

Gui Hua Lou offers the very best of authentic Shanghainese, Huaiyang, and Sichuanese cuisines. Chef Gao creates a special blend of both worlds, traditional dishes with modern interpretations all in the ambiance of distinctive Chinese décor. 1F, River Wing, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (2828 6888) Lunch 11.30am-3pm Mon-Fri, 11am-3pm Sat & Sun, Dinner 5.30-10pm daily 富城路 33 号浦东香格里拉大酒店浦江楼 1 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路

The Crystal Garden Bathed in natural light, the Chinese restaurant Crystal Garden offers the very best of authentic Chinese cuisine including provincial cuisines plus high-quality seafood. The restaurant's garden-style setting and professional, friendly team makes The Crystal Garden a popular venue for intimate wedding banquets and private functions. 5/F, The Westin Bund Center Shanghai, 88 Henan Zhong Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6103 5048) Lunch: 11:00am – 2:30pm (Mon-Fri), 11:00am – 2:30pm (Saturday & Sunday, Yum Cha); Dinner: 5:30pm – 10:00pm (Daily). 河南中路 88 号上海威斯汀大饭店 5 楼，近广东路

Whampoa Club This Bund institution specializes in modern reinterpretations of Shanghai classics. Great view, fancy eats. 5/F, 3 on the Bund, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6321 3737) Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm www.threeonthebund.com/ 中山东一路 3 号 , 外滩三号 5 楼 , 近广东路

Yu Yuan Chinese Restaurant A fine dining room designed in modern Art Deco style. Their experienced chefs bring their rich experience and passion for cooking into authentic Cantonese and Taiwan cuisines. Hotel Pravo, 3/F Yu Yuan Chinese Restaurant, 299 Wusong Lu, by Kunshan Lu 吴淞路 299 号宝御酒店 3

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3611 号金桥国际商业广场 7 号楼 124 室 , 近金桥路 2) 漕溪北路 1111 号上海体育馆北门 , 近中山南二路

Bakery SHERMAN ORIGINAL HOMEMADE. Now offers fresh bread everyday. E04, 1F, 150 Hubing Lu, by Jinan Lu HUBINGDAO (6333 2833) 湖滨路 150 号湖滨道购物广场 1 楼 E04, 近济南路

Chinese hot-pot Qimin Organic Hotpot Marketplace Qimin, the restaurant originated from Taiwan and created by the same people who brought us “GREEN & SAFE.” The bustling marketplace environment is filled with organic groceries, fresh seafood,a variety of vegetables, assorted meats, open kitchen food stands and diners surrounded by lively marketplace food stands, creating a real food bazaar atmosphere. Every item on the menu is carefully selected from the original source, making sure all ingredients are completely natural or organic. Without exception, all dishes are from “Farm to Table” using the most natural ingredients for the boiler in order to extract the primary flavors nature has to offer. 1) 7/F, Takashimaya Department Store, 1438 Hongqiao Lu, by Manao Lu (6295 2117) 2) (NEW) 4/F, Reel Department Store, 1601 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Changde Lu (6258 8777) Daily 10.30am-11pm 1) 虹桥路 1438 号高岛屋百货 7 楼 , 近玛瑙路 2) 南京西路 1601 号芮欧百货 4 楼 , 近常德路

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VUE Dining This restaurant is designed to create marvelous dining experience in privacy with one of the city’s best skyline views. Featuring authentic handmade dim sum and Cantonese cuisine, it is an ideal venue for family celebrations and friends’ gatherings. 31/ F, West Tower, Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu, by Wuchang Lu (63931234-6330) Lunch: Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm; Sat&Sun: 11.30am-3.30pm; Dinner: Daily 5.30pm-10.30pm www.hyattonthebund.com 黄浦路 199 号 , 上海外滩茂悦大酒店西楼 31 层 , 近武昌路

Shanghainese Club Jin Mao With superlative views overlooking the Shanghai skyline, Club Jin Mao is one of the most prestigious Shanghainese restaurants in the city, offering exquisite and authentic Shanghainese cuisine. Daily from 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 86/F, Grand Hyatt Shanghai, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, by Yincheng Zhong Lu (5047 8838) www.shanghai. grand.hyatt.com 上海金茂君悦大酒店 86 楼 , 浦东新区

Sichuan Citizen The people who brought you Citizen Cafe and Bar have gone native with this Sichuan eatery. Here you’ll find all the classics amply spiced and served in bamboo-clad dining room. 30 Donghu Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu (5404 1235) Daily 11am-10.30pm 东湖路 30 号 , 近淮海中路

yunnan Gathering Clouds Specializing in distinctive Yunnan food, Gathering Clouds inherits the most charming Yunnanese cuisine and culture in a modern vibe. Carefully selecting natural ingredients from original source, the place introduces the most authentic Yunnan flavor as well as live sports to all. Unit 105, Building E, 381 Panyu Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu (6271 7162) Daily 11:30am – 2:00pm, 5:30–10:00pm 番禺路 381 号幸福里步行街 E105, 近法华镇路

世纪大道 88 号 , 近银城中路

Lost Heaven 1) 17 Yan’an Dong Lu, by Sichuan Nan Lu (6330 0967) 2) 38 Gaoyou Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu (6433 5126) Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10.30pm 1) 延安东路 17 号 , 近四川南路 2) 高邮路 38 号 , 近复兴西路

MUK CHAI KEE ( 木仔记 ) - the continuation of Muk Kee ( 木记 ), the first generation of milk tea stall since 1958. Specialties like hand-made eggpuffs ( 鸡蛋仔 ) and silk stocking milk tea ( 丝袜奶茶 ) are all

The Chinoise Story A unique restaurant featuring That-logo box201506.indd 1 radically fused cooking styles. Lovely space. Expect classic Chinese dishes served in individual portions rather than family style. Cathay Building, Jin Jiang Hotel, 59 Maoming Nan Lu, by Changle Lu (6445 1717)

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The Middle 8 This buddha-themed restaurant offers the beauty of Yunnan cuisines with sincere and love in a quiet vibe. With a large statue of buddha and traditional interior, this Beijing transplant is where you could taste out the pure flavor of Yunnan without leaving Shanghai.Unit406, South Block, HK Plaza, 283 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Huangpi Nan Lu (6029 6350, 6029 6352) 淮海中路 283 号香港广场南座 406 室 , 近黄陂南路

Cafes CHA Lounge CHA Lounge is the place for a welldeserved afternoon break. An extensive selection of traditional Chinese and Western tea and delicacies, delicious beverages and international wines, as well as pastries, homemade chocolates and macaroons are offered daily. Guests can also treat themselves to an exquisite afternoon tea buffet at RMB108 per person which is offered daily. Open daily, 8am-8pm. Afternoon tea buffet, 2.30-5.30pm. 1/F, 1555 Dingxi Lu, by Yuyuan Lu (6240 8888-8155) 定西路 1555 号巴黎春天新世界酒店 1 楼 , 近愚园路

Coffee Tree With a light and airy European look, the cozy spot offers an array of fresh and homemade items including salads, sandwiches, quiche, pasta, and cakes using the finest ingredients. Ferguson Lane, 376 Wukang Lu, by Tai’an Lu (6466 0361) Mon-Sun 9am10pm www.coffeetreecafe.com.cn 武康路 376 号 , 近泰安路

DELI Enjoy French desserts, pastries, cakes, or hand crafted chocolates from the Deli counter located in Lobby Lounge. Your choice, eat in or take away. Special price for cakes and pastries everyday after 6pm. 1/F, Pullman Shanghai South, 1 Pubei Lu, by Liuzhou Lu (2426 8888) Daily 9am - 9pm 浦北路 1 号，上海中星铂尔曼大酒店 1 楼，近柳州路

Jinke Lu 13) Unit171, Plaza 96, 796 Dongfang Lu, by Laoshan Lu 14) Unit 151, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huashan Lu 15) 7 Donghu Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu 16) 268 Shuicheng Nan Lu, by Yan'an Xi Lu 17) Unit101, 227 Huangpi Bei Lu, by Renmin Dadao 18) Unit120, Block3, 3611 Zhangyang Lu, by Zhonghuan Lu 19) Unit105, Bingu Square, 341 Tianshan Lu, by Weining Lu 20) L1-05, Yueda 889, 889 Wanhangdu Lu, by Changshou Lu 21) L101, Joy City, 166 Xizang Bei Lu, by Qufu Lu 22) Unit108, Lifestyle Center, 138 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Pu'an Lu 23) 483 Panyu Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu 24) 410-416 Hengfeng Lu, by Yutong Lu 25) Unit 2-104, Greenland, 699 Zhongshan Nan Er Lu, by Dong'an Lu 26) D109, Baoland Plaza, 555 Kunming Lu, by Dalian Lu 27) T2, 2550 Hongqiao Lu, Hongqiao Int'l Airport T2 (near Gate 47) 28) 67 Daxue Lu, by Zhixing Lu 29) 1F, B-104, 1665 Hongqiao Lu, Starry Sky Square, by Shuicheng Lu 30) Unit101, 252 Jinkang Lu, by Huamu Lu 31) B1E04, Parkson Newcore Citymall, 789 Tianshan Lu, by Loushan Guan Lu 32) Room106, 458 Jiangsu Lu, by Yuyuan Lu 33) 195 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu 34) Unit118, Shanghai Center, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu 35) LG Unit16, IFC 8 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 36) Unit 137, 1378 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu 37) Unit 175, Fashion Park, 571 Yunle Lu, by Jinfeng Lu 38) Unit 2-L102 & 2-L204, Building 14 #28,The Place, 100 Zunyi Lu, by Ziyun Xi Lu 1) 芳甸路 199 弄大拇指广场 31 号 , 近丁香路 2) 仙霞路 86 号万都商城 108 室 , 近哈密路 3) 淮海中路 300 号香港新世界广场 , 近马当路 4) 九江路 288 号 , 近河南中路 5) 吴江路 169 号 116 商铺 , 近南京西路 6) 建国西路 283 号 , 近嘉善路 7) 陆家嘴环路 1118 号汇亚大厦 1 楼 , 近东川路 8) 胶州路 265 号 1 楼 , 近新闸路 9) 长寿路 155 号调频壹广场 1 楼 L102, 近陕西北路 10) 淮海中路 381 号 116 室 , 近马当路 11) 长宁路 1018 号中山公园龙之梦 1 层 1051&1053 室 , 近凯旋路 12) 祖冲之路 1239 弄长泰广场 6 号 3 号楼 , 近金科路 13) 东方路 796 号 96 广场 171 单元 , 近崂山路 14) 虹桥路 1 号港汇恒隆广场 151 室 , 近华山路 15) 东湖路 7 号 , 近淮海中路 16) 水城南路 268 号古北家乐福 , 近延安西路 17) 黄陂北路 227 号中区广场 1 楼 101 室 , 近人民大道 18) 张扬路 3611 号金桥国际商业广场 3 座一层 120 室 , 近中环路 19) 天山路 341 号缤谷广场 105 室 , 近威宁路 20) 万航渡路 889 号一层 5 室 , 近长寿路 21) 西藏北路 166 号上海大悦城 101-01B, 近曲阜路 22) 淮海中路 138 号无限度广场一层 108 单元 , 近普安路 23) 番禺路 483 号 , 近法华镇路 24) 恒丰路 410-416 号 , 近裕通路 25) 中山南二路 699 号正大乐城 2-104-1, 近东安路 26）昆明路 555 号宝地广场 D 栋一层 109 单元 , 近大连路 27) 虹桥路 2550 号上海虹桥机场（靠近 47 号登机口）28) 大学路 67 号 , 近智星路 29) 虹桥路 1665 号星空广场 1 层 B-104, 近水城路 30) 锦康路 252 号 101 室 , 近花木路 31) 天山路 789 号百盛优客城市广场地下一层 B1E04, 近娄山关路 32) 江苏路 458 号舜元大厦 106 单元 , 近愚园路 33) 安福路 195 号 , 近乌鲁木齐路 34) 南京西路 1376 号 118 室东塔 , 近西康路 35) 世纪大道 8 号上海 IFC 商城 LG1 层 16 单元 , 近陆家嘴环路 36) 花木路 1378 号浦东嘉里城商城一层 L137 号单元 , 近芳甸路 37) 运乐路 571 号丰尚国际生活中心 175 室 , 近金丰路 38) 遵义路 100 弄虹桥南丰城 14 幢 28 号 2-L102 & 2-L204 单元 , 近紫云西路

Deli Shops Green & Safe With an organic farm in Kunshan, this organic store provides daily delivered vegetables and a variety of local and imported organic goods, such as organic extra virgin olive oil, white and red balsamic vinegar, organic pasta, muesli and more. 30% off on all breads after 7pm everyday in Dongping branch. 1) 6 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu 5465 1288, 1/F: 8am10pm; 2/F: 6pm-12am 2) 2) 4/F, 1438 Hongqiao Lu, by Hongbaoshi Lu 10am–9.30pm 1) 东平路 6 号 , 近衡山

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Jade on 36 Affordable Multi-sensory Dining Fine dining should always be a treat for all five senses. Jade on 36 is pulling this concept into the digital age with the launch of Le Petit Chef, which treats parties of 12 to a multi-course dinner with a playful animated twist. In the kitchen is Chef de Cuisine Jeremy Biasiol, who prepares a menu of signature French delights; meanwhile an animated miniature chef, projected digitally onto the table, hosts the dining room and ‘prepares’ meals right before guests’ eyes. Delight as Le Petit Chef skips about the table, hauling up fresh fish from the depths of the ocean for the smoked seafood velouté. Next he turns your plate into a flaming digital grill for the succulent beef Rossini, of course, not before sawing down miniature broccoli ‘trees’ and potatoes pulled straight from the ‘soil.’ For dessert, the temperature drops as the animation descends into a snowy winter wonderland. Luckily, the little host is on hand to light the way – and your dessert – with a tiny imaginary matchstick. Perfect for entertaining groups, Le Petit Chef dinner is priced at RMB650 net, and is limited to 12 persons. Situated inside Jade on 36, guests can enjoy extraordinary views of the city from floor-to-ceiling windows on multiple sides of the restaurant, and warm, accommodating service that will make your evening unforgettable. Join for an early supper at 6.30pm, or alternatively, later seating at 8.30pm.

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Citizen Café & Bar is a sophisticated coffee house, a craft cocktail bar, and a restaurant serving New American cuisine. Opened in 2005, it went through a complete renovation in 2014, and became more inviting than before. The ever popular Basil Drop remains the same. And the terrace is lovely on a nice day. 222 JinXian Lu, by Shanxi Nan Lu (6258 1620) Daily 11-12.30am www.citizenshanghai.com 进贤路 222 号 , 近陕西南路

NONG CAFÉ Located on the second floor, NONG Café offers a lively culinary experience with its open-kitchen stations in a light and airy, interactive, market-style setting. Diners can watch chefs use impressive culinary techniques to prepare their favourite à la minute dishes in the open-kitchen. Breakfast, Monday to Friday, 6-10.30am; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 6-11am; Lunch, 12-2pm. Dinner, 5.30-9.30pm. 2/ F, 1555 Dingxi Lu, by Yuyuan Lu (6240 8888) 定西路

Fine Dining Five Live: Serving daily breakfast and dinner buffets, a la carte menu and extravagant Sunday Brunches, Five Live All Day Dining welcomes guests and gastronomes into a compelling cooking theater. An array of local Shanghainese, regional Chinese and international cuisines are prepared at five interactive cooking stations, including fresh seafood on ice, a grill and carving station, specialty noodles and dumplings, soup and Taiwanese hotpot, a Mediterranean kitchen and a dessert counter. INTERCONTINENTAL SHANGHAI NECC, 1700 Zhuguang Lu, by Yinggang Dong Lu (National Exhibition Convention Center, Gate 3) (6700 1888-6028) 国家会展中心洲际酒店 , 诸光路 1700 号国

For reservations, please scan the QR code to purchase the tickets or call 6882 8888 ext. 6888 / email to fbreservation.slpu@shangri-la.com for enquiries. > 36/F, Pudong Shangri-La Hotel, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Minshang Lu 浦东香格里拉大酒店36楼, 富城路33号, 近名商路. Nearest metro: Lujiazui. Open daily, 11.30am-1.30pm, 5-10pm. Local and international cards accepted. (6882 8888 ext. 6888)

家会展中心 3 号门，近盈港东路）

1555 号巴黎春天新世界酒店 2 楼 , 近愚园路

Wagas 1) 199 Fangdian Lu, by Dingxiang Lu (5033 6277) 7am-10pm 2) Rm108 Maxdo Center, 86 Xianxia Lu, by Hami Lu (5208 1978) 7am-10pm 3) 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Madang Lu (6335 3739) 7am-10:30pm 4) 288 Jiujiang Lu, by Henan Zhong Lu (3366 5026) MonFri: 7am-8pm; Sat-Sun: 9:30am-6pm 5) Shop 116, 169 Wujiang Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu (6267 0339) 8am10:30pm 6) 283 Jianguo Xi Lu, by Jiashan Lu (5466 8312) 7am-8pm 7) 1/F, 1118 Lujiazui Huan Lu, by Dongchuan Lu (5879 4235) Mon-Fri: 7am-6pm; Closed on Sat&Sun 8) 1/F, 265Jiaozhou Lu, by Xinzha Lu (6272 0353) 7am-11pm 9) L102, 1/F Channel One, 155 Changshou Lu, by Shanxi Bei Lu (3131 5008) MonSun: 7am-11pm 10) Unit 116, 381 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Madang Lu 11) 1/F,Cloud Nine Mall, 1018 Changning Lu, by Kaixuan Lu 12) Building 3, No.6, Pudong Chamtime Plaza, Lane1239 Zuchongzhi Lu, by

Jade on 36 Restaurant This stunning restaurant makes modern European cuisine with an Asian twist. Excellent wine list, beautiful views and a sumptuous www.thatsmags.com | january 2017 | 81

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weekend brunch. 36/F Grand Tower, Pudong ShangriLa, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (2828 6888) Lunch 11.30am - 1.30pm (Monday to Saturday), Dinner 5pm - 10pm (Monday to Sunday), Sunday Brunch: RMB788+15% service charge per person, 11.30am - 2.30pm. (fbreservation.slpu@shangri-la. com, www.shangri-la.com/shanghai/pudongshangrila) 富城路 33 号 , 近陆家嘴环路

8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana An extension of the three Michelin Star venue (by the same name) in Hong Kong, a fantastic fine dining fare that will leave you both comforted and breathless. 6-7/F, 169 Yuanmingyuan Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu (6087 2890) 圆明园路 169 号 6-7 楼 , 近北京东路

M on the Bund This Bund pioneer serves up impeccable service and a menu peppered with Continental, Aussie and Moroccan inspiration. Try the pavlova for dessert. 7/F, No.5 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6350 9988) Mon-Fri: 11.30am2.30pm; 6.15-10.30pm; Sat-Sun: 11.30am-3pm; 6.1510.30pm reservations@m-onthebund.com www.monthebund.com 中山东一路外滩 5 号 7 楼 , 近广东路 MARC restaurant Located on the rooftop, under the helm of the legendary Michelin-starred French chef Marc Meneau, MARC restaurant serves guests with customized afternoon tea and an exquisite Michelinstarred fine-dining experience. Daily 12-10.30pm, 21/F, Wanda Reign on the Bund, 538 Zhong Shan Dong Er Lu, by Longtan Lu (5368 8882) 中山东二路 538 号 , 近龙潭路

Mare Western Restaurant It’s the only place where you can taste Marseille Seafood Hotpot! The tomahawk steak is the best in Shanghai. Hotel Pravo, 2/F Mare Western Restaurant 299 Wusong Lu, by Kunshan Lu 吴淞路 299 号宝御酒店 2 楼 , 近昆山路 Oceans Dining in a romantic and contemporary setting, an extensive array of selected premium products from the sea. A distinct and innovative gourmet experience to satisfy the most discerning of tastes, Ocean fully realizes the art of cooking. Lobby floor, Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund, 19 Haiping Lu, by Gongping Lu (2509 1188) Lunch 11.30am – 2.30pm; Dinner 5.30– 9.30pm. banyantree.com 海平路

Sat-Sun 11.30am-2.30pm www.mmbund.com 中山东一路外滩 18 号 6 楼 , 近南京东路

Vue Restaurant Enjoy classic European fare with one of the city’s best skyline views. 30/F Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu, by Wuchang Lu (6393 1234-6328) Daily 6-11pm 黄浦路 199 号 , 上海外滩茂悦大酒店西楼 30 楼 , 近武昌路

German Paulaner Brauhaus Enjoy Bavarian food (and more importantly, beer) in a warm, well-populated atmosphere. 1) House19-20, North Block Xintiandi, Lane181 Taicang Lu, by Madang Lu (6320 3935) Daily: 11am-2am www.bln.com.cn 2) 2967 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by Binjiang Da Dao (6888 3935) Sun-Thu: 11am-1am; FriSat: 11am-2am 3) 3/F, 555 Shibo Da Dao, by Guozhan Lu (2206 0555) Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat: 11am12am hellauer@bln.com.cn 1) 太仓路 181 弄新天地北

bento boxes and lunch and dinner set menus all at great value. Nadaman also has three private dining rooms which can accommodate up to 12 persons for larger family or corporate gatherings. 2/F, Grand Tower Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (2828 6888) Lunch 11.30am-2.30pm Dinner 5.3010pm daily 富城路 33 号浦东香格里拉大酒店紫金楼 2 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路

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KOI KOI will light up your senses by sizzling Teppanyaki , fresh Sashimi, Sushi, BBQ and Sake. Reasonable-priced business lunch sets also available. 2/F, InterContinental Shanghai Puxi, 500 Hengfeng Lu, by Tianmu Xi Lu (5253 9999-6326, www.intercontinental.com) Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm; 5.30-10pm 上海浦西洲际酒店 2 楼 ,

KIWIANA A New Zealand themed restaurant with typical New Zealand furniture and decorations which offers fun and a relaxed ambiance to be shared with friends and family. Daily 10am-10pm (last order 9.15pm),1) Room15, B/F , District 2 , River Mall, 1368 Shibo Dadao, by Guozhan Lu (3158 3759) 2) Room 07-08, 5/F, Block A, Longemont Shopping Mall, 388 Xijiangwan Lu, by Sichuan Bei Lu (6628 3596) 1) 世博大

恒丰路 500 号 , 近天目西路

道 1368 号世博源二区 B 楼 15 室 ( 保利剧院楼下 ), 近国展路 2) 西江湾路 388 号凯德龙之梦 A 座 5 楼 07-08 室 , 近四川北路

里 19-20 号楼 , 近马当路 2) 陆家嘴西路 2967 号 , 近滨江大道 3) 世博大道 555 号 3 楼 , 近国展路

Morton’s Steak and Seafood Grille The world’s first Oyster Bar and Seafood Grille by Morton's focuses on presenting the city’s finest seafood dining experience with premium seafood flown in fresh daily. L4-403, iapm Mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu (6067 7888) 淮海中路 999 号 iapm 环贸广场 , 近陕西南

Indian Bhoomi stores One stop destination where a wide range of Indian & Pakistani food products are served. 266 Yaohong Lu, by Hongsong Dong Lu, Minhang district, (2428 3400) Mon-Sat 9.30am-9.30pm, Sunday 2-7pm 闵行区姚虹路 266 号 , 近红松东路

Italian Fratelli Di Cucina Using imported high quality ingredients, talented chef hailing from Italy serves traditional Italian food in a classic Italian atmosphere. Daily 11am-11pm. No.40, Lane3338 Hongmei Lu, by Hongxu (3463 3771) 虹梅路 3338 弄 40 号 , 近虹许路

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Takumi Robata & Sake Skilled Robatayaki chefs from Japan grill seasonal fish, meat and vegetables over an open coal fire, serving authentic Japanese sake-cuisine pairings. Wifi available. In order to provide better dining environment, Takumi (IFC Mall) will close for decoration from October to November. Please stay tuned. 1) L4-22, ifc mall, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Yincheng Zhong Lu Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm (5011 1677) 2) N3-14, Jingan Kerry Centre, 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Anyi Lu Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm (6259 5177) 1) 世

纪大道 8 号国金中心 4 楼 , 近银城中路 2）南京西路 1515 号静安嘉里中心北区 3 楼 , 近安义路

19 号悦榕庄 1 楼 , 近公平路

ON56 This four-in-one restaurant at Grand Hyatt Shanghai offers the best cuts of prime beef from the Grill, sumptuous Italian classics from Cucina, top-shelf sushi from Kobachi and delectable sweets from Patio. Daily from 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm; 56/F, Grand Hyatt Shanghai, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, by Yincheng Zhong Lu (5047 8838) www.shanghai. grand.hyatt.com 上海金茂君悦大酒店 56 楼 , 浦东新区

Sakitori Japanese Restaurant The newly renovated Japanese restaurant with four private dining rooms is where guests get to indulge themselves in authentic Japanese cuisine complemented with a variety of sake. Chef Hideki Kamata with over 22 years of culinary experience is well versed in traditional Kaiseki cuisine, Teppanyaki and Sushi. 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Changfeng Park, 158 Daduhe Lu, by Guangfu Xi Lu (2215 6250) 上海新发展亚太 JW 万豪酒店 2 楼，大渡

世纪大道 88 号 , 近银城中路

河路 158 号 , 近光复西路

Pelham’s Celebrated Chef Jean-Philippe Dupas presents modern French cuisine with a brand new menu, highlighted a mix of premium, local ingredients with contemporary flair. 1/F, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6322 9988) Lunch Mon-Fri: 11.30am-2pm; Dinner daily 6-10pm www.waldorfastoriashanghai.com 中山

Ooedo Japanese Restaurant Serving authentic and high quality Japanese cuisine on an extensive menu since opened in 1995, they’ve introduced consultant Mr. Yoshida-san from Hyogo for traditional Japanese cooking. Daily lunch:11.30am-2pm(last order 1.30pm), dinner:5.30pm-10pm(last order 9.30pm). 1)Room 104E,Lujiazui Investment Tower, 366 Pudian Lu, by Dongfang Lu (6841 6377) 2)L3-E03, 150 Hubin Lu,by Ji'nan Lu 1) 浦电路 366 号 , 近东方路 2 ) 湖滨路 150 号

东一路 2 号外滩华尔道夫酒店 1 楼，近广东路

Sir Elly’s Restaurant & Bar Dine on fine modern European cuisine while overlooking the Huangpu River. Expert cocktails offered at both the circular bar and the expansive 14th floor terrace. 13/F The Peninsula Shanghai, 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong Lu (2327 6756) Lunch daily 12-2.30pm; Dinner SunThurs: 6-10.30pm; Fri-Sat 6-11pm www.peninsula. com/Shanghai/en/Dining/Sir_Ellys_Restaurant/default. aspx 中山东一路 32 号上海半岛酒店 13 楼 , 近南京东路

L3-E03, 近济南路

korean CHI-Q This Korean restaurant concept developed by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten and his wife Marja at Three on the Bund puts a gourmet spin on traditional Korean barbecue. Expect high-quality grilled meat, seafood and vegetables served in a beautiful space crafted by Neri & HU. 2/F, 3 Zhong Shan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6321 6622) 6-10.30pm (last order) www.threeonthebund.com 中山东一路 3 号 2 楼 , 近广

SAVOR All Day Dining Restaurant offers Western and Eastern cuisine showcasing an open interactive kitchen with buffet and a la carte options. 2/F, Pullman Shanghai South, 1 Pubei Lu, by Liuzhou Lu (2426 8888) Daily 6am - 12pm 浦北路 1 号 , 上海中星铂尔曼大酒店 2 楼 , 近柳州路

Greyhound Café was the first fashion café in Bangkok offering the fashion, service and food concept - 'Thai with a twist' as a casual dining experience. With various outlets between Hong Kong, Beijing and now Shanghai - Greyhound Café is the modern take on fusion cuisine. 11am-midnight. 503, IAPM, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu (5466 6105, www.greyhoundcafe. com.hk) 淮海中路 999 号 IAPM mall 503 商铺 , 近陕西

MO'S Restaurant Lounge Bar Located in the heart of former French Concession, newly opened MO’S Restaurant Lounge Bar Shanghai specializes in modern Chinese and Western food in a one-stop designed restaurant which includes a lounge, restaurant and a bar. 1 Yueyang Lu, by Fenyang Lu Daily lunch 11am2pm/Sat-Sun brunch 11am-4pm. Dinner 5-10pm (SatSun till 11pm) (5435 6018/6051 0659) 岳阳路 1 号 , 近汾阳路

Mr Willis An inviting kitchen-dining room offers straightforward homey mains and lovely starters. Served family style. Expect a small seasonal menu that is market and whim driven. 3/F, 195 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu (5404 0200) Mon-Fri 11am-2pm 5pm-12am, Sat-Sun 11am- 12am 安福路 195 号 3 楼 , 近乌鲁木齐中路

Shook! Restaurant & Rooftop Terrace Matthew Ona serves up creative international cuisine with beautiful views and the biggest Terrace on the Bund. 5-6/F, The Swatch Art Peace Hotel (Bund 19), 23 Nanjing Dong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu (2329 8522) Daily 11.30am-2.30pm; 6-11pm www. shookrestaurantshanghai.com 南京东路 23 号上海斯沃琪和平饭店艺术中心 5-6 楼，近中山东一路

Sasha’s Steeped in history, this hugely popular bar is located in a 1920’s mansion that formerly housed the famous Soong sisters and boasts one of Shanghai’s largest and favorite alfresco terraces. Huge beer list, diverse food offering and 24 wines by the glass. 11 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu daily 11am – 2am (6474 6628) 东平路 11 号，近衡山路 Thought For Food is the flagship restaurant inside The Living Room by Octave, open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch serving tasting menus, sharing plates and quick meals that all feature responsibly and honestly sourced ingredients.Vegetables are sourced from certified organic farms and their own roof-top garden - fully traceable to ensure safety and quality to the table. The poultry, pork and seafood are carefully selected from free range sources that are certified and traceable.Daily 7am-10pm;Sunday brunch 11am-3pm. Former French Concession>357 Jianguo Xi Lu, by Taiyuan Lu (3338 4660) thoughtforfood@ livingoctave.com. www.livingoctave.com 建国西路 357 号 , 近太原路

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French Jean Georges Chef Jean-Georges’ first signature restaurant outside of New York brings his famed French fine dining to all gourmets in Shanghai. With the completion of renovation in March 2016, Jean-Georges Shanghai now opens for guests to discover the new bar, lounge, dining room, private room and open kitchen. 4/F, 3 Zhong Shan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6321 7733) Lunch, Monday – Sunday 11.30am – 2.30pm, Dinner, Mon – Sun 6–11pm, Brunch, Saturday & Sunday 11.30am – 3pm, Last Order 10.30pm www. threeonthebund.com 中山东一路 3 号 4 楼 , 近广东路 PHÉNIX eatery & bar Rooted in the philosophy of “Life is about the ingredients”, a visit to PHÉNIX is a charming invitation to reconnect with the essentials through an intuitive French cuisine inspired by the richness of seasonal natural ingredients. PHÉNIX also features an intimate yet vibrant lounge space, allowing guests to enjoy classic minimalist cocktails and an impressive wine selection with 250 labels. Level 2, 1 Changde Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu Daily 6.30am – 11pm, phenix@thepuli.com, phenix.thepuli.com (2216 6988) 上海璞麗酒店二楼，常德路 1 号，近延安西路

Mr. & Mrs. Bund Molecular madman Paul Pairet takes a more laissez-faire approach with this modern French eatery. Expect straightforward food and a great wine list. 6/F Bund 18, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong Lu (6323 9898) Dinner: Monday to Sunday 5.30-10.30pm,late Night: Thus-Sat 11pm-2am, brunch: 82 | january 2017 | www.thatsmags.com

Gintei Teppanyaki Sushi Restaurant Gintei has been serving traditional and authentic Japanese dishes with seasonal ingredients prepared in unique, simple, and attentive ways since 2002. Come and enjoy the finest sashimi, sushi and teppanyaki in town and we hope to serve you the best. 75 Nanhui Lu,by Beijing Xi Lu (6218 1932) Mon-Sat 11.30am-2pm;5.30pm-10pm 南汇路 75 号 , 近北京西路

HE Japanese Restaurant The Tokyo-native head chef introduces authentic Japanese cuisine using only jetfresh imported ingredients, with sophisticated cooking methods and time-honored craftsmanship. Daily 5.3010.30pm. RMB1088/1538/1888. 5/F, Wanda Reign on the Bund, 538 Zhong Shan Dong Er Lu, by Longtan Lu (5368 8882) 中山东二路 538 号 , 近龙潭路 Miyabi Japanese Restaurant & Sky Bar Nested on the 37th floor boasting a stunning night view of the Bund and Lujiazui area, Miyabi Japanese restaurant sees open teppanyaki stations and exquisite Japanese cuisines in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. A guest DJ plays live lounge music every night from Tuesday to Saturday, making Miyabi a perfect choice to enjoy the night over a cocktail or a Japanese whisky. 37/F, Sheraton Shanghai Hongkou Hotel, 59 Siping Lu,by Hailun Lu (2601 0088, sheraton.com/shanghaihongkou) 5.3010.30pm 四平路 59 号虹口喜来登酒店 37 楼 , 近海伦路 Nadaman The chic but casual Nadaman restaurant features an extensive menu of Japanese favorites. Choose from the Teppanyaki Table, a la carte choices,

Latin American Unico by Mauro Colagreco The largest tapas lounge in Asia is reflecting the trendiest part of Latin contemporary culture with unique cocktail creations, stunning interior design, special music compilations, and exquisite selections of tapas by Chef Mauro Colagreco. Located at Three on the Bund, the prestigious address in Shanghai, UNICO is committed to enlarge the Latin culture, while inviting people to feel and share passions within the space. Here, discover a new experience in Shanghai nightlife, where food and feelings naturally merged. 2/F, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (5308 5399) Mon-Fri 6pm-2am; Sat-Sun 6pm-late. www.unico.cn.com 中山东一路 3 号外滩三号 2 楼 , 近广东路

Modern Café LIANG The two-level CAFE LIANG treats diners with multiple dining options and cuisines. The buffet style concept on the first level features a “tick box” menu card for main courses integrated with buffet for appetizers and desserts, while the mezzanine level serves contemporary Japanese-inspired cuisine. Jing An Shangri-La, West Shanghai, 1218 Yan'an Zhong Lu, by Tong Ren Road (2203 8889, www.jinganshangdining. com) 静安香格里拉大酒店，延安中路 1218 号，近铜仁路

The Spot Bar & Restaurant Since opened in Sep 2006, the Spot Bar and Restaurant has been home of many expats away from home. The menu introduces delicious food items as well as the Spot’s signature dishes at reasonable prices. With a warm ambiance, it’s an exciting place where you get to meet friendly people. 255 Tongren Lu, by Nanjing Lu (www.thespot. com.cn)t 铜仁路 255 号，近南京路 Yi Café Guests entering Yi Café may ask themselves ‘where do I start’ – can we suggest you stroll through the 12 live food stations, Chinese, Malaysia, Indian, Japanese, Thai, seafood, vegetarian, western, Middle Eastern, Salad bar, juice station and dessert counter. Once you view the variety on display you will know where to start. 2/F, Grand Tower Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (2828 6888) Lunch 11.30am -2.30pm Mon to Fri, Brunch 12 - 3pm Sat & Sun, Dinner 5.30 - 10pm daily 富城路 33 号浦东香格里拉大酒店紫金楼 2 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路

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Nepalese Nepali Kitchen Still the friendliest service this side of Kathmandu. Enjoy authentic food delivered with the necessary spicy punch in a pleasant atmosphere. 4 Lane 819 Julu Lu, by Fumin Lu (5404 6281) Mon 6-11pm, Tues-Sun 11am-2pm, 6-11pm 巨鹿路 819 弄 4 号 , 近富民路

Pizza PizzaExpress 1) 380 Huangpi Nan Lu, by Xingye Lu (5383 3999) Sun-Thurs: 11.30am-11pm; Fri & Sat: 11am-11pm info@pizzamarzano.cn www. pizzamarzano.cn 2) Suite 107, Shanghai Center,1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu (6289 8733) Daily 11am11pm info@pizzamarzano.cn 3) No.1, Unit 111, 570 Yong Jia Lu, by Yue Yang Lu (6467 8898) Sun-Thurs: 12-11pm; Fri&Sat: 11am-11pm info@pizzamarzano. cn 4) 507B/C, 5/F Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huashan Lu (6447 8880) Daily 10am-10pm info@ pizzamarzano.cn 5) Unit 403, 4/F, K11 Art Mall, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Huangpi Nan Lu 1) 黄陂南路 380

1618 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Jingan Temple 8) Level 4, N411, Shanghai Kerry Centre, 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Tongren Lu 9) Ciros Plaza, Level 3, 312-314 388 Nanjing Xi Lu,by Huangpi Bei Lu 10) 4/F, L4101-4105, Global Harbor, 3300 Zhongshan Bei Lu, by Jinshajiang Lu Mon-Sun 11am-10pm. 11) 6/F, Rm612, Grand Gateway Plaza66, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huashan Lu Mon-Sun 11am-10pm 12) 5/F, Rm503, Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu Mon-Sun 11am-10pm 1)

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东平路 5 号 C 座 , 近岳阳路 2) 马当路 159 号 , 近兴业路 3) 虹梅路 3338 弄老外街 28 号 , 近延安中路 4) 蓝天路 600 号碧云休闲体育中心 A6, 近蓝桉路 5) 世纪大道 8 号上海国金中心四层 , 近银城中路 6) 仙霞路 99 号上海尚嘉中心 3 层 312A 单元 , 近遵义路 7) 南京西路 1618 号久光百货 8 楼 S801-1A, 近静安寺 8) 南京西路 1515 号静安嘉里中心 4 楼 N4-11 , 近铜仁路 9) 南京西路 388 号仙乐斯广场 3 楼 312-314 0) 中山北路 3300 号环球港 4 楼 , 近金沙江路 11) 港汇广场 6 楼 612, 虹桥路 1 号 , 近华山路 12) 南京西路 1266 号恒隆广场 5 楼 503, 近西康路

号 , 近兴业路 2) 南京西路 1376 号上海商城西峰 107 号 , 近西康路 3) 永嘉路 570 号 111 单元 1 号楼 , 近岳阳路 4) 虹桥路 1 号港汇广场 5 层 507B/C, 近华山路 5）淮海中路 300 号 K11 购物艺术中心 403 号铺 , 近黄陂南路

Steakhouses Morton’s the Steakhouse The first Morton’s in Chinese mainland specializes in classic, hearty American cuisine including the grain-fed prime aged Australian beef, fresh seafood and spectacular desserts served in generous portions. 1) 4/F, IFC Mall, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (6075 8888) Sun-Thurs 11.30am10pm; Fri-Sat 11.30am-11pm www.mortons.com/ shanghai 1) 世纪大道 8 号 , 国金中心 IFC 商场 4 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Located in a restored historic building on Shanghai’s famous Bund waterfront, the fine dining steakhouse hailing from the New Orleans presents the finest custom-aged Australian Wagyu beef which is served “sizzling” hot. Further complemented by friendly services and an inviting atmosphere, it’s a perfect location for business dinners and family gatherings. 4/F, Five on the Bund, 20 Guangdong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu (6071 4567) 外滩 5 号 4 楼 , 广东路 20 号 , 近中山东一路

The Grill With a central grill, rotisserie and a large built-in marble displaying the freshest seafood, it is a contemporary and colorful venue for guests in search of the freshest seafood and succulent prime grade meats grilled right in front of them in the open kitchen. 56/F Jin Mao Tower, Grand Hyatt Shanghai, 88 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai Lu (5047 1234) Lunch: Daily 11.30am-2.30pm; Dinner: Daily 5.30-10.30pm 世纪大道 88 号金茂君悦大酒店 56 楼 , 近东泰路

Coconut Paradise This cozy, Modern-Thai style house offers casual dining with lots of attention to southeast Asian detail with soft light,Dark teak wood and a faint hint of incense.The spicy beef lettuce wraps sprinkled with fresh mint make a perfect starter for the shrimp Pad Thai, also have the best curry cuisine .1) 38 Fumin Lu, by Yan’an Zhong Lu (6248 1998) 2) 2/F, 378 Wukang Lu, by Hunan Lu (5424 5886) Daily 11.30am2pm; 5.30-9.30pm coconutparadise38@gmail.com www.lostheaven.com.cn/main.html1) 富民路 38 号 , 近延安中路 2) 武康路 378 号 2 楼 , 近湖南路

vietnamese PHOCO Set in a pretty lane house, the enormous outdoor courtyard is the spot’s most attractive attribute, which is graced with bamboo gardens and features mainly Vietnamese dishes and western fusion cuisine including steaks and pasta. No.1, Lane 920 Changle Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu (5289 6275) 长乐路 920 弄 1 号 , 近乌鲁木齐路

Speciality Food Shops City Super Shanghai Offers a one-stop shopping for both groceries and prepared foods from around the world. LG 2, Shanghai IFC Mall, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (5012 0998) Daily: 10am-10pm www. citysuper.com. 世纪大道 8 号国金中心商场地下 2 楼 , 近陆家嘴环路

Green & Safe With an organic farm in Kunshan, this organic store provides daily delivered vegetables and a variety of local and imported organic goods, such as organic extra virgin olive oil, white and red balsamic vinegar, organic pasta, muesli and more. 1) 6 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu 5465 1288, 1/F: 8am-10pm; 2/ F: 6.30pm-12am 2) 2) 4/F, 1438 Hongqiao Lu, by Hongbaoshi Lu 10am–9.30pm 3) 4/F, 1601 Nanjing Xi Lu (6258 8777) 1) 东平路 6 号 , 近衡山路 2) 虹桥路

Pho Season With 20-years experience in South-East Asian cooking, theirFrench-born-South Asian chef has all the South-East Asianspecialties– Vietnamese ‘Pho’, Cambodian ‘Loc Lac’ and Thai ‘Pad Thai’. 427 Dagu Lu, by Chengdu Bei Lu (6327 3778) Daily 11am-11pm 大沽路 427 号 , 近成都北路

Pho Store Owned by an Australian Vietnamese, the Pho Store offers Vietnamese street-flavor phos in a cozy and trendy environment. 118 Xikang Lu, by Nanyang Lu daily 11am-10pm (6215 5534) 西康路 118 号 , 近南阳路

FIELDS China A premier online grocery store based in Shanghai who provides healthy and safe options for all your grocery needs, including vegetables, fruits, meat & poultry, fish & seafood, dairies, bakeries and personal care products. Seasonal produce and ready-toserve dishes are also available. With same day delivery on orders in Shanghai, FIELDS makes it convenient and affordable for you to have healthy and safe organic, imported food items in China. 400-021-0339, www. fieldschina.com, cs@fieldschina.com.

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A Thai Intensity Workout Working out in Shanghai has never been easier thanks to a host of new gyms and studios that have popped up in the city. But it’s well known that varying your routine is crucial to avoid plateauing your progress, and high-intensity workouts like Muay Thai boxing can be the perfect way to utilize muscle groups that don’t get used during standard cardio exercise. Rak Muay Thai offers exactly that, with a brand new studio in Xujiahui. It is founded by Rak Sinsub, a multi-time Muay Thai champion in worldwide competitions, who holds a decade’s worth of teaching experience in Thailand, Japan, Korea, France and China. Interestingly, it was the misfortune of being born with poliomyelitis, a syndrome that gave him smaller, underdeveloped limbs that drew Rak to this legendary Thai sport. Having trained since the age of four, Rak credits his practice for helping him overcome his condition and live a strong, healthy life. He uses his skills to carry on the lineage of Muay Thai tradition and positively impact the lives of others through its teachings. Rak Muay Thai differs from gyms that offer large class sizes, here lessons typically include no more than five students, and are suitable for both novices and professionals alike. As for the workout itself, you’ll learn both the mental and physical discipline it takes to understand the principles of Muay Thai, also known as the ‘art of the eight limbs’ due to its utilization of the shins, elbows, wrists, fists, and knees. Despite its extreme physical nature, Muay Thai is an incredibly inclusive workout that caters as much to women and younger learner as it does to men. Rak Muay Thai has teachers, including champion trainer Sak Mensang who hails from the Songkhla Province of southern Thailand, who are specially trained to teach women and younger learners.

1438 号 4 楼 , 近红宝石路 3) 南京西路 1601 号 4 楼 B 区

Simply thai 1) 5C Dongping Lu, by Yueyang Lu (400 880 7729, 6209 6209) Sun-Thurs:11am-11pm;Fri & Sat: 11am-midnight 2) 159 Madang Lu, by Xingye Lu (400 880 7729, 6209 6209) Mon-Sun: 11am-midnight 3) No.28 Laowai Jie, lane 3338 Hongmei Lu (400 880 7729, 6209 6209) Sun-Thurs: 11am-11pm; Fri & Sat: 11am-midnight 4) A6 Green Sports & Leisure Center, 600 Lantian Lu, by Lan’an Lu (400 880 7729, 6209 6209) Mon-Sun: 11am-11pm. 5) 4/F IFC, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Yincheng Zhong Lu (400 880 7729, 6209 6209) enquiry@simplythai-sh.com www.simplythai-sh.com Mon-Sun: 11am-10pm 6) Unit 312A, 3/F, L’Avenue Shanghai, 99 Xianxia Lu, by Zunyi Lu (400 880 7729, delivery: 6209 6209, enquiry@simplythegroup.com , www.simplythai-sh.com) Mon-Sun: 11am-10pm 7) Level 8, S801-1A, Jiu Guang Department Store,

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So what are you waiting for? The only limit you’ll find in Muay Thai is in your mind. Pho Real Some of Shanghai’s finest pho and Bánh mì, with high-quality ingredients and a young, hip environment. 1) 166 Fumin Lu, by Changle Lu (5403 8110) Mon-Fri: 11am -2 pm, 5.30pm -10pm; weekends: 11am -10pm 2) 1465 Fuxing Zhong Lu by Huaihai Zhong Lu (6437 2222) Mon-Fri: 11am -2 pm, 5.30pm -10pm; weekends: 11am -10pm 3) Kerry Centre Store, Kerry Centre SB1-12, 1515 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Changde Lu (6299 1827) Daily 11am-10pm 4) 1-L206, The Place, 100 Zunyi Lu, by Tianshan Lu 11am-10pm (5291 0907) www.phorealgroup.cn 5) Hongkong Plaza. S2-11 Hongkong Plaza, 283 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Huangpi Nan Lu (6313 8927) 11am-10pm 1) 富民路 166 号 , 近长乐路 2) 复兴中路

Rak Muay Thai, Room 225, 8 Dapu Lu, by Xujiahui Lu, 225室，打浦路8号，近徐家汇路. (WeChat: RAK-MUAY-THAI, 130 7212 1517)

1465 号 , 近淮海中路 3) 南京西路 1515 号嘉里中心 SB1-12, 近常德路 4) 虹桥南丰城南区 1 期 -L206, 遵义路 100 号 , 近天山路 5) 淮海中路 283 号，香港广场南座 2-11 室 , 近黄陂南路

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nightlife Bars

fare are a;sp available. 24/F, 318 Fuzhou Lu, by Hankou Lu (6391 2811) Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm; Dinner: Mon-Sat 6-11pm; Club: Wed-Sat 9:30pm-late bookings@m1ntglobal.com www.m1ntglobal.com 福

CHAR bar Classy cocktails and sophisticated setting, best known for its exquisite 270-degree views over The Bund and Pudong skyline. 30/F, Hotel Indigo Shanghai on the Bund, 585 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by Dongmen Lu (3302 9995) Daily 4:30pm-late, www.char-thebund. com 中山东二路 585 号英迪格酒店 30 楼 , 近东门路

MARC Club Located on the rooftop with a big terrace, MARC Club boasts stunning views, where patrons can sip enticing cocktails to beats from world-famous DJs. Daily 10.30pm-midnight, 21/F, Wanda Reign on the Bund, 538 Zhong Shan Dong Er Lu, by Longtan Lu (5368 8882) 中山东二路 538 号 , 近龙潭路

Cloud 9 Cloud 9 is one of the highest bars in the world, located on the 87th floor of Grand Hyatt Shanghai. Cloud 9 owns a spectacular 360 degree view of Shanghai and offers the best cigars, cocktails and savory treats to all guests. Monday-Thursday: 5pm – 1am; Friday: 5pm – 2am; Saturday: 2pm – 2am; Sunday: 2pm – 1am. 87/F, Grand Hyatt Shanghai, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, by Yincheng Zhong Lu (5047 8838) www.shanghai.grand.hyatt.com 上海金

MYST Daily 9:30pm-late 1123 Yanan Zhong Lu, by Fumin Lu (64379999) 延安中路 1123 号 , 近富民路

茂君悦大酒店 86 楼 , 浦东新区世纪大道 88 号 , 近银城中路

POP Bar influenced by the playfulness, art deco highlights and tropical vibe of cosmopolitan Miami, is a fun and elegant rooftop lounge to enjoy afternoons and nights in good company and funky music. Opening Sunday to Friday from 2:00pm till late; Saturday from 1:00pm till late. 7/F, 3 Zhong Shan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6321 0909) www.threeonthebund. com 中山东一路 3 号 7 楼 , 近广东路 Jenny’s Blue Bar Second home to hordes of blokes who regularly stop by for a drink or a home-made snack. A free foosball table, classic rock and a big screen showing ESPN and Star Sports channels. 7 Donghu Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu (6415 7019) Daily 1pm-2am jennysbar@hotmail.com www.jennyshanghai.com 东湖路 7 号 , 近淮海中路 142 号 , 近南京西路

Hotel Bars BRU: Open from afternoon until late, BRU is a gastro pub serving casual comfort food, including rotisserie prime meats, fresh seafood and tapas plates accompanied by a wide selection of beers, wines and cocktails. As the name suggests, beer is the highlight with bottled craft beers from around the world and eight premium beers on tap. Communal benches and kegs to share are ideal for groups of colleagues and friends. Each evening, a live band enhances the stylish ambiance with contemporary and classic tunes. INTERCONTINENTAL SHANGHAI NECC, 1700 Zhuguang Lu, by Yinggang Dong Lu (National Exhibition Convention Center, Gate 3) (6700 18886031) 国家会展中心洲际酒店 , 诸光路 1700 号国家会展中心 3 号门，近盈港东路

Cloud 9 Located on Level 87 of Jin Mao Tower, this sky lounge has magnificent views of the entire city, where guests can enjoy a wide collection of creative cocktails, champagnes and Asian Tapas. The floor-to-ceiling glassed double-height section also holds a hide-away mezzanine bar. 87/F Grand Hyatt, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai Lu (5049 1234) Mon-Fri 5pm1am; Sat-Sun 2pm-1am 世纪大道 88 号金茂大厦 87 楼 , HU Bar & Lounge is Shanghai’s newest nightlife destination and showcases the Best of Shanghai’s Past and Present. HU looks back at the past while embracing the progress and fast-paced evolution Shanghai is known for all while giving its guests towering, iconic and the most amazing views of the city’s skyline from all around. 65F / 66F, 789 Nanjing Dong Lu, by Xizang

Kaiba Belgian Beer Bar 739 Dingxi Lu by Yan’an Xi Lu (6280 5688) Sun-Thurs 4pm-12am; Fri-Sat 4pm2am marketing@kaiba-beerbar.com 定西路 739 号 , 近延安西路

纪大道 100 号上海柏悦酒店 92 楼 , 近东泰路

Penta lounge Every Sunday between 11 am and 4pm, diners at Penta lounge at Penta hotel Shanghai get to enjoy a spiced-up lazy Sunday Brunch at RMB148 per person or RMB108 for those arriving after 2pm, with a new menu and free-flow make-your-own Bloody Mary station. 1/F, 1525 Dingxi Lu, by Yuyuan Lu (6252 11118100) 定西路 1525 号酒店 1 楼 , 近愚园路。

黎春天新世界酒店 1 楼 , 近愚园路

Live Music JZ Club Shanghai’s true jazz scene has finally arrived. Check it out and dig the vibe. 46 Fuxing Xi Lu, by Yongfu Lu (6431 0269) Daily 7pm-2am www.jzclub.cn 复兴西路 46 号 , 近永福路

LOgO 298 Xingfu Lu, by Pingwu Lu 幸福路 298 号 , 近平武路

The Shelter This former bomb shelter is THE place for alternative electronic music in Shanghai. Low/no cover and good drinks prices make this an indie haven. 5 Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu (6437 0400) Wed-Sat 9pmlate thesheltershanghai@gmail.com 永福路 5 号 , 近复

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M1NT Winner of 2009 Readers’ Choice Award for “Club of the Year”.Join the posh and the poser alike in this quasi exclusive nightclub, where a chic dining room offering up superb Asian inspired fusion and grilled

Yu Yin Tang Warehouse music space run by the Yu Yin Tang collective, filled with a motley crüe of rock aficionados at the forefront of shanghai’s burgeoning hardcore scene. 851 Kaixuan Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (5237 8662) Tue-Sun: 8pm-2am; closed on Mon. durn1976@

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1376 号上海商城东峰 209 室 , 近西康路 2) 丁香路 1380 号 , 近迎春路 3) 陆家嘴西路 168 号正大广场地下二层 F1A-06 室 , 近陆家嘴环路 4) 富城路 33 号浦东香格里拉 4 楼 , 近名商路

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Boxing Cat Brewery 1) Unit 26A, Sinan Mansions, 519-521 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Sinan Lu (6426 0360) Mon-Fri: 5pm-2am; Sat-Sun: 10am-2am info@ boxingcatbrewery.com www.boxingcatbrewery.com 2) 82 Fuxing Xi Lu, by Yongfu Lu (6431 2091) Mon-Thu: 5pm-2am; Fri: 3pm-2am; Sat-Sun: 11am-2am 1) 复兴中路 519-521 号思南公馆 26A, 近思南路 2) 复兴西路 82 号 , 近永福路

The Camel Bar The screens, hot-blooded crowd and happy hour specials make this a fun place to meet and watch a game. 1) 1 Yueyang Lu, by Dongping Lu (6437 9446) Daily 10am-2am www.camelsportsbar.com 2) 116 Weifang Xi Lu, by Pudong Nan Lu (5879 5892) Daily 10am-2am 1) 岳阳路 1 号 , 近东平路 2) 潍坊西路 116 号 , 近浦东南路

TShanghai Brewery Microbrewery restaurant and sports bar with the chef from Michelin two-Star restaurant. Great hand-crafted beer (6 styles), tasty food with international flavors and live sports on big screens. Try brew master's winter special – golden, malty, slightly sweet French/Belgian season brewed with oats and five different malts, Slovenian hops, black pepper and coriander seeds for a full flavored winter beer.1) 15 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu (3461 0717) Daily: 10am-2am www.shanghaibrewery.com 2) 21C, Hongmei Entertainment Street, 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6406 5919) Sun-Thu: 10am - 2am; FriSat 10am-3am 1) 东平路 15 号 , 近衡山路 2) 虹梅路 3338 号 , 虹梅休闲街 21C, 近延安西路

Brick Restaurant and Wine Lounge Quaint, cozy, comfortable and cool, Brick also offers a jazz scene. Get a table by the piano, tuck into some Mediterraneanstyle cuisine. 30 Sinan Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu (6093 2005) Daily 11-2am brickwangyan@163.com 思南路

Music Room is a cozy yet private spot high above the clouds. In addition to an extensive collection of specialty drinks, whiskeys and cocktails, Music Room offers different entertainment themes from Monday through Saturday, including Ladies’ Night on Wednesday. 92F, Park Hyatt Shanghai, 100 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai Lu (6888 1234) Mon-Thur 6pm-1am; Fri-Sat 6pm-2am 世

Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu 2) 1380 Dingxiang Lu, by Yingchun Lu (5843 3830) 3) Unit F1A-06, B2, Super Brand Mall, 168 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (5047 2298) 4) 4/F, River Wing, Pudong shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Mingshang Lu (2828 6691) 1) 南京西路

1) 虹梅路 3338 弄虹梅休闲街 20 号 , 近延安西路 2) 南阳路 132 号 , 近铜仁路 3) 红枫路 381 号 , 近碧云路

Lobby Lounge With large floor-to-ceiling windows and a crystal chandelier, the Lobby Lounge offers a distinct atmosphere that is perfect for a rendezvous with a wide selection of top and rare whiskeys and fine wines. Daily 8am-midnight, 1/F, Wanda Reign on the Bund, 538 Zhong Shan Dong Er Lu, by Longtan Lu (5368 8882) 中山东二路 538 号 , 近龙潭路

YOU BAR An ideal whisky and cigar bar, YOU Bar is designed in a sleek and stylish vibe completed with a fireplace. With a cozy down-tempo ambiance and an extensive selection of whisky-based cocktails, single malts and cigars, this is a great place for smart-casual gatherings. Daily happy hours from 6-8pm. 1/F, 1555 Dingxi Lu, by Yuyuan Lu (6320 8888) 定西路 1555 号巴

Bar Rouge The go-to spot for Shanghai’s glitterati, this chic lounge offers expertly mixed cocktails, the latest electro beats and one of the best views on the Bund. 7/ F, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong Lu (6339 1199) Sun-Wed: 6pm-3am; Thu-Sat: 6pm-late www. bar-rouge-shanghai.com 中山东一路 18 号 7 楼 , 近南京

Big Bamboo A sports bar offering an expanded food menu, with entertainment including pool tables and flat screen televisions. Big Bamboo pulls large crowds for events like the World Cup and Superbowl. 1) Hong Mei Entertainment Street, No. 20, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6405 8720) Daily: 11am-late www.bigbamboo.cn 2) 132 Nanyang Lu, by Tongren Lu (6256 2265) Daily: 2pm-4am celine@truelegend.asia 3) 381 Hongfeng Lu, by Biyun Lu (5030 1779) Sun-Thu: 11am-2am; Fri-Sat: 11am-3am celine@truelegend.asia

Wine Bars

滩华尔道夫酒店大堂 , 近广东路

Clubs

Sports Bars

Nan Lu 南京东路 789 号 65-66 层 , 近西藏南路 http:// www.leroyalmeridienshanghai.com/hubar

Long Bar Offering a good selection of cocktails, deluxe oysters and premium cigars, legendary Long Bar remains to be a part of the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund after architectural restoration. Lobby, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6322 9988) Mon-Sat 4pm-1am; Sun 2pm-1am 中山东一路 2 号外

Senator Saloon Senator Saloon has the largest selection of Bourbon and Rye in Shanghai. Cocktails are carefully crafted. The atmosphere is intimate with velvet flock wallpapers and artisan tin ceilings. Popular bar snacks include Mac and Cheese, Pork Belly Sliders, and Chicken Pot Pie. 98 Wuyuan Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu (5423 1330) 五原路 98 号，近乌鲁木齐中路

西路

州路 318 号高腾大厦 24 层 , 近汉口路

近东泰路

Judy’s Established in 1993, Judy's is the longest running party venue in Shanghai! Have a few drinks, settle on the vibrant party atmosphere and enjoy the house band. Enjoy dancing the night away seven days a week with your favorite party rocking music. Food is available all day until wee hours. 331 Tongren Lu, by Beijing Xi Lu (6289 3715) Daily 11am-late www. judysco.com.cn 铜仁路 331 号，近北京西路

gmail.com www.yuyintang.org 凯旋路 851 号 , 近延安

30 号 , 近淮海中路

Dr Wine This sumptuous wine bar has bottles from RMB118 (a French Cab Sauv) to RMB45,000 for a 1982 Chateau Lafite. Don’t worry if the selection overwhelms you, someone will be there to hold your hand. 177 Fumin Lu, by Julu Lu (5403 5717) Sun-Sat 5pm-2am info@lebistrodudrwine.com 富民路 177 号 , 近巨鹿路

L’Aveue A classy and trendy wine bistro in Xintiandi offering a selection of home-made tapas, dips, pizza, sharing plates and wines in a comfortable and warm atmosphere. 1/F, 333 Huangpi Nan Lu, by Taicang Lu (6301 9999) 24/7, 11-2am 黄陂南路 333 号 1 楼 , 近太仓路

Roosevelt Wine Cellar The Largest Wine Cellar in Town with over 4,000 labels. Every Wednesday is Winesday 6.30-8pm. The House of Roosevelt, 2/F, 27 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu (2322 0800) info@27bund.com, www.27bund.com 中山东一路（外滩）27 号罗斯福公馆 2 楼 , 近北京东路

HoF A popular wine bar that provides super tasty chocolate and cakes for afternoon tea, featuring chocolate velvet cakes, death by chocolate, etc. A variety of wines and cocktails are provided at night. B1/F, DBS Building, 1318 Lujiazui Huan Lu, by Dongyuan Lu (5010 0800) Mon-Sat: 3pm-10pm www.houseofflour.com 陆家嘴环路 1318 号 B1 层 , 近东园路 , 武定西路 1251 弄 20 号 , 近江苏路

mind & body Hairdressers

Le Salon Boasting an international team with more than 15 years’ experience, LE SALON with a unique French style is the expert in hair color & blond highlights and international brand offering. Welcome to a unique experience dedicated to your hair and beauty. Unit332, Bld3, Surpass Court, 570 Yongjia Lu, by Yueyang Lu (6074 0365) 永嘉路 570 号 3 号 332 室 , 近岳阳路 Mirage.M Hairdressing & Makeover A well-trained team from London and Singapore specialize in European and Asian haircut & colour, an expert on blonde hair that uses exclusively professional Wella & Organics products. Unit 101, block 11, Cool Docks, 505 Zhongshan Nan Lu, by Xin matou jie ( 6152 6762) www.miragemhairmakeup.com 中山南路 505 弄老码头 11 号楼 101 室 , 近新码头街

Toni and Guy Celebrating 51 years of fashion,hair and heritage, Toni and Guy is an international brand offering the best and creative hairstyle to suit each client. 1) East Tower 209, ShanghaiCentre, 1376

Helen Nail Spa A long-time favorite among locals and expats alike, Helen Nail Spa is much more than a nail spa; they have a variety of pampering treatments and excellent waxing services. 1) 120 Nanchang Lu, by Yandang Lu (5383 8957) Daily 10am-10pm 2) No 6, Lane 819 Julu Lu, by Fumin Lu (5403 7802) 3) 70 Shimen yi Lu, by Dagu Lu (6333 7535). 1) 南昌路 120 号 , 近雁荡路 2) 巨鹿路 819 弄 6 号 , 近富民路 3) 石门一路 70 号，近大沽路

Lily Nails With more than fourteen years’ history in Beijing, Lily Nails provides professional mani & pedi, gel/acrylic nails, eyelash extension, waxing and massages at an affordable price. Services are up to 40 percent off with free wifi. 10am-10pm 1) 38241 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6215 5192) 2) 1665 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu (6278 2099) 1) 虹梅路 3824-1 号 , 近延安西路 2）虹桥路 1665 号星空广场 G1 层 J02（地铁 10 号线水城路站 1 号口）

Health Services American Medical Center The American Medical Center (AMC) was founded with the mission to bring the highest American standards of healthcare to Shanghai. AMC provides comprehensive orthopedic care for all bone, joint, and soft tissue injuries, as well as internal medicine, preventive medicine, pain management, and medical imaging services. AMC’s renowned physicians have treated US presidents and professional athletes and bring their expertise to help patients in Shanghai. Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm. 888 Tianlin Lu, by Lianhua Lu (6485 7333) http://www.amcshanghai.com. 田林路 888 弄 1 号东楼 , 近莲花路

Cosmetic Plastic & Laser Center

BIOSCOR Shanghai Clinic Cosmetic Surgery Botox & Dermafiller Laser Skin Center Cosmetic Dentistry

Bioscor Shanghai Clinic With over 10 years' experience, Bioscor's team of international docors and skin specialists are committed to provide you with the best level of service for all your cosmetic needs such as Botox, Filler, Pixel, Cutera, Ulthera, Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peel, Vein Therapy and Cosmetic Sugerys. No.5, Lane89 Xingguo Lu, by Hunan Lu (6431 8899) 9am-6pm info@bioscor.com.cn www.bioscor.com.cn. 兴国路 89 弄 5 号 , 近湖南路

DeltaHealth Hospital·Shanghai is affiliated with innovative healthcare provider DeltaHealth. Focusing on cardiovascular care, the general hospital is designed and built in accordance with joint Commission International (JCI) standards. DeltaHealth Hospital·Shanghai is built to cover the entire Yangtze River Delta. The 200bed capacity will enable the hospital to better serve patients and their families. Following its inauguration, DeltaHealth Hospital·Shanghai will open its general and cardiovascular outpatient services while accepting appointment requests for cardiac surgeries such as CABG, cardiac value repair, and certain aortic surgeries. (6015 1313/400 8210 277, www.deltahealth.com.cn, Wechat: DeltaHealth_CN) 109 Xule Lu, by Zhulu Xi Lu, QingPu District 青浦区徐乐路 109 号，近诸陆西路 Global HealthCare Medical & Dental Center – Puxi Suite 303, Eco City 1788Nanjing Xi Lu, by Wulumuqi Bei Lu (5298 6339, 5298 0593) 南京西路 1788 号 1788 国际中心 303 室 , 近乌鲁木齐北路

Listings Global HealthCare Medical & Dental Center – Pudong Shop 212, Shanghai World Financial Center, 100 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (6877 5093, 6877 5993 ) 世纪大道 100 号上海环球金融中心商场 212 室 ,

OPEN DOOR

近陆家嘴环路

TOKUSHINKAI Dental Clinic 1) Jing’an: 2/F, Pacheer Commercial Center, 555 NanjingXi Lu, by Chengdu Bei Lu 10am-6pm (6340-0270, 6340-0290) 2) Jinqiao: 160 Lan'an Lu, by Biyun Lu 10am-10pm (6340-0270, 6340-0290) 3) Lianyang: 1192-1198 Dingxiang Lu, by Fangdian Lu 10am-10pm (6856-1040 | 6856-1045) 4) Hongqiao: 3/F Maxdo Center, 8 Xingyi Lu, by Xianxia Lu (5208-0208, 5208-0218)10am-8pm 5) Greenway: 4/F Shanghai Times Square, 93 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Liulin Lu (3366-6129) 9.30am-6pm 6) Takashimaya: 5F,Takashimaya, 1438 Hongqiao Lu, by Manao Lu (6268 2286) 1) 南京西路 555 号 555 商厦 2 楼 , 近成都北路 2) 蓝桉路 160 号 , 近碧云路 3) 丁香路 1192-1198 号 , 近芳甸路 4) 兴义路 8 号万都商城 3 楼 , 近仙霞路 5) 淮海中路 93 号大上海时代广场办公楼 4 楼 , 近柳林路 6) 虹桥路 1438 号高岛屋百货 5 楼 501 室 , 近玛瑙路

IMCC Founded in 1993, International Medical Care Center of Shanghai General Hospital was the first joinventure medical facility in town, providing medical treatments, health care and physical examinations by professional medical team and nurses who have a good command of foreign languages. 1) 585 Jiulong Lu, by Wujin Lu (6324 3852) 2) 650 Xin Songjiang Lu, by Jiasong Nan Lu (3779 8630) www.firsthospital.cn 1) 九龙路 585 号 , 近武进路 2) 松江区新松江路 650 号 , 近嘉松南路

Jiahui Clinic (Jing’an) Located in the heart of Shanghai’s vibrant downtown, Jiahui Clinic offers outpatient services including family medicine, pediatrics, dermatology, ear-nose-throat, eye, dentistry, nutrition, mental health, and medical imaging. Jiahui’s professional team comes from China and around the world, can speak multiple languages, and has decades of experience. Here, transparent and quality health care is offered at the best value. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm; Sun, 9am-1pm. 88 Changshu Road, Suite 101, by Changle Road (2285 2800) http://www.jiahui.com 常熟路 88 号 101 室，近长乐路

Single Medical Aesthetics provides one-stop individual medical beauty service.A professional team of doctors and skin specialists are committed to providing the best services to meet all your needs including Botox and Derma-filler injections, Skin Rejuvenation, Laser treatment, Skin tightening and Cosmetic Surgery. Room 202A, 285 Jianguo Xi Lu, by Xiangyang Nan Lu (6433 0056) WeChat: singlemedical. Mon-Sat 10am7pm, Friday 10am-8pm. info@singlemedical.com, www.singlemedical.com 建国西路 285 号科投大厦 202A 室 , 近襄阳南路

Shanghai Aier Eye Hospital Shanghai Aier Eye Hospital, which was founded by the largest chain ophthalmology center in China, is a first-rate, comprehensive ophthalmic medical center and hospital that provides excellent English service for expats. 1286Hongqiao Lu, by Songyuan Lu (3251 9930) MonSun: 8.30am-5.30pm ipsc@aier021.com en.aier021. com/ 虹桥路 1286 号 , 近宋园路

Dragonfly 1) 2/F, 559 Nanchang Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu (5456 1318) 2) 206 Xinle Lu, by Fumin Lu (5403 9982) 3) L119, 1378 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu (2025 2308) 4) Villa 5, 3911 Hongmei Lu, by Yan’an Xi Lu (6242 4328) 5) 193 Jiaozhou Lu, by Xinzha Lu (5213 5778) 6) LG2-47 IFC, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu (6878 5008) 7) 616 Biyun Lu, by Yunshan Lu (5835 2118) 8) SB1-05B, B1 South Retail, Jingan Kerry Centre, 1218 Yan'an Zhong Lu, by Changde Lu (6266 0018) 1) 南昌路 559 号 2 楼 , 近陕西南路 2) 新乐路 206 号 , 近富民路 3) 虹梅路 3911 号 5 号别墅 , 近延安西路 4) 胶州路 193 号 , 近新闸路 5) 世纪大道 8 号国金中心 LG2-47, 近陆家嘴环路 6) 碧云路 616 号 , 近云山路 7) 延安中路 1218 号静安嘉里中心商场南区地下一楼 SB1-05B (25 号商铺 ), 近常德路

The Peninsula Spa Escape from the hustle city life and enjoy massages, facials or make-up applications, it is the first spa in Shanghai offering award-winning Biologique Recherche skincare treatments and facial products. 3/F, The Peninsula Shanghai, 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu (2327 6599), MonFri 11am – 12am; Sat-Sun 10am – 12am; treatment reservation begins at 10am. 中山东一路 32 号，上海半岛酒店 3 楼，近北京东路

Waldorf Astoria Spa The Waldorf Astoria Spa offers an international elixir of luxury spa experiences delivered by a team of highly skilled therapists. Each experience is enhanced by purest exquisite products selected from around the globe, sending you on a journey of enlightenment. 3/F, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu (6322 9988-3620) Daily10am-10pm 中山东一路 2 号外滩华尔道夫酒店 3 楼 , 近广东路

Yu Massage Step into a tranquil dynastic setting when you cross the threshold of this spa, adorned in antique Chinese-style decorations. Matching the decor, the services are primarily Chinese, offering Chinese massage, aroma oil massage and foot massage. 1) 366 Wuyuan Lu, by Wukang Lu (5403 9931) 11-1:30am 2) 199 Huangpi Bei Lu, by Renmin Dadao 10am-1:30am (6315 2915) www.yumassage.cn 3) 2/F, 218 Xinle Lu, by Donghu Lu 1) 五原路 366 号 , 近武康路 2) 黄陂北路 199 号，近威海路口 3) 新乐路 218 号 2 楼 , 近东湖路

Shanghai East International Medical Center has been providing quality 24-hour care to the international community since 2003. The teams of highly-respected multinational doctors provide a wide range of services for multinational corporations, international schools, consulates, hotels, and families from all over the world. Mon– Fri 9am – 8pm, Sat-Sun 9am – 6pm. 150 Jimo Lu, by Pudong Dadao (5879 9999/150-0019-0899, care@seimc.com.cn) www.seimc.com.cn 即墨路 150

路 1209 号 , 近东湖路

Shanghai United Family Hospital and Clinics 1) 1139 Xianxia Lu, by Qingxi Lu (2216 3900, 2216 3999) Mon-Sat: 8.30am-5.30pm 2) Shanghai Racquet Club, Lane 555 Jinfeng Lu, by Baole Lu Mon-Sat 9am-5pm 3) 1/F, area A & B, 525 Hongfeng Lu, by Mingyue Lu (5030 9907) Mon-Sat: 8.30am-5.30pm 4) 8 Quankou Lu, by Linquan Lu Mon-Sat: 8am-5.30pm www.ufh.com.cn 1) 仙霞路 1139 号 , 近青溪路 2) 金丰路 555 弄上海网球俱乐部内 , 近保乐路 3) 红枫路 525 号 A&B 区 1 楼 , 近明月路 4) 泉口路 8 号 , 近林泉路

Massage & Spa Chi Spa CHI, the Spa at Shangri-La, offers massages and treatments that are based on authentic natural healing methods found in the traditional well-being practices shared by many Asian cultures. 6/F, Tower 2, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Mingshang Lu (5877 1503) 10-12am www.shangri-la.com/en/ corporate/chi 富城路 33 号上海浦东香格里拉大酒店二座 6 楼 , 近名商路

Chuan Spa This world-class spa located within the new Langham Hotel specializes in traditional Chinese treatments. Designed for contemplation and inspiration, rediscover your inner self with an escape to a spa treatment in any of the four luxurious therapy rooms. 3/F, The Langham, Yangtze Boutique, 740 Hankou Lu, by Xizang Zhong Lu (6080 0722) 10am10.30pm tlsha.info@chuanspa.com www.chuanspa. com/en/Shanghai/上海人民广场朗廷扬子精品酒店 3 楼 , 汉口路 740 号 , 近西藏中路

A Measure of Good Taste Housed in none other than the former residence of Soong Eling, sister-in-law to Chiang Kai-shek and the wife of prominent politician Kung Hsiang-Hsi, Mott 539 is a luxurious yet understated new restaurant serving refined examples Huaiyang cuisine. Considered one of the four major schools of Chinese culinary tradition, Huaiyang cuisine originated in Jiangsu province, and is famous for its ultra delicate, pure flavors that celebrate the region’s exceptional wild produce. Keeping with this heritage, Mott 539 places focus on using only the best natural ingredients in the restaurant. Vegetables are brought in from a nearby organic farm, and fish, a fundamental part of Huaiyang cooking, are certified Yangtze River fish. Savor the king of China’s river fish, Reeves Shad, cooked in yellow wine with minimal use of oil (酒酿蒸鲥鱼). Before you take a bite of this famous dish, Breathe in the steaming fragrance of wine-simmered deliciousness. Meat lovers will surely enjoy the chunky texture of Huaiyang-style shizitou (‘lionhead’ meatballs 狮子头), which unlike their sweet soy-braised Shanghainese counterparts, are simmered in crystal clear consommé to preserve the integral flavor of the pork. As diverse as it is refined, hearty flavors are also a part of quality Huaiyang cooking. The rich and robust flavors of braised Yangtze River catfish (红烧长江鮰鱼) highlight the diversity of ingredients and flavors that come from one of China’s most abundant natural landscapes.

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Shanghai Redleaf International Women and Infants Center; Shanghai Redleaf International Women's Hospital 1209 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Donghu Lu 8am-5pm, 24/7 (6196 3333) marketing@ redleafhospital.com www.redleafhosptial.com 淮海中

Mott 539

推油网 ·Seven Massage 宫七 A high-end massage

brand that provides door to door service and a variety of body essential oil spa massage in a quiet and private environment. Whether you prefer a pampering spa at home or during your hotel stay, feel free to make appointments by calling 3490 1117 or 6882 1317 or go to their actual stores. Opening hours: 111am. Home service hours: 9am-midnight. Pudong: 2302 Zhangyang Lu, by Jingnan Lu (6882 1317, 15221309767) Puxi: 2/F, 1832 Gubei Lu, by Hongsong Dong Lu (3490 1117; 17717447707. www.toyoo7. com) 1) 张杨路 2302 号 , 近泾南路 2) 古北路 1832 号 2

Mott 539 lends itself best to larger groups, with a selection of individually decorated single party dining rooms that permit both privacy and relaxation. The cozy décor is traditional and sympathetic to the character of the 100-year-old building, never flashy or gaudy. The building’s former patroness, Soong Eling, would certainly approve of this restaurant that represents an authentically Chinese fine dining experience. > 539 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Sinan Lu 复兴中路539号, 近思南路 (3356 6575)

楼 , 近红松东路

Pregnancy Health Service American-Sino OB/GYN/Pediatrics Services ASOG was founded in 2003. We provide a comprehensive array of on-site services for women and children by certified specialists from overseas and China. Our facilities located in the city center are comfortable and equipped with state-of-the-art technology. We are committed to providing quality, compassionate, and personalized healthcare with international standards. Our medical staffs are bilingual in English and Chinese.Opening Hours Monday-Friday 9:00--20:00 Saturday-Sunday9:00--17:00 Vaccination for children is not available after 5pm Direct billing with over 30 international insurance companies 1) Inpatient: 14/ F, Complex Building Huashan Hospital, 12 Wulumuqi Zhong Lu, by Changle Lu (6249 3246, 5288 7240) 2) Outpatient: 3/F, Block 6, Clove Apartment, 800 Huashan Lu, by Zhenning Lu (6210 2299) Mon-Fri 9am-8pm, Sat- Sun 9am-5pm 1) 乌鲁木齐中路 12 号华山医院综合楼 14 楼 , 近长乐路 . 2) 华山路 800 弄丁香公寓 6 号裙楼 3 楼近镇宁路

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VIP Maternity&GYN Center This is a reputable chain of hotel-style VIP Maternity & GYN Centres delivering premium Obstetric and Gynaecological (“OB/GYN”) services. There services include prenatal examinations, examinations, genetic consulting, general examinations, minor operatio VIP13-15/F, 1961 Huashan Lu, by Changle Lu (6407 0399, 5288 9999) Daily 8am-10pm www.upmg.us 华山路 1961 号贵宾楼 13-15 层 , 近长乐路

Yoga Karma Life Yoga This large newly renovated highend studio in Pudong offers a diverse range of styles and classes, including Ashtanga, Anusara, Hot yoga, soft Yin and Basics. The teachers are top notch and international, with world-renowned visiting guest teachers offering workshops and teacher trainings. Classrooms are spacious and bright, and changing areas are clean and stylish. Classes taught in both Chinese and English. 1) 160 Pucheng Lu, by Shangcheng Lu (5882 4388, 150 0003 0588) Daily 9am-10pm info@ karmayoga.com.cn www.karmayoga.com.cn 2) 2nd floor, No. 758 South Xizang Lu 1) 浦城路 160 号 , 近商

8, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Fuzhou Lu (6445-8218) 10am-8pm 中山东一路 8 弄 1 号，近福州路 Shanghai Tang 1) No.15 North Block,181 Taicang Lu, by Madang Lu (6384 1601) Mon-Sun 10.30am11pm 2) Shop E, Jinjiang Hotel, 59 Maoming Nan Lu, by Changle Lu (5466 3006) Mon-Sun 10am-10pm 3) Shangri-La Pudong Lobby Level, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Mingshang Lu (5877 6632) Mon-Sun 10am-10pm 4) 1/F, 333 Huangpi Nan Lu, by Taicang Lu (6384 1601) Mon-Sun 10.30am-11pm 5) L1C, Level 1 the Peninsula Hotel, 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong Lu (6329 6255) Mon-Sun 10.30am-11pm 6) L221, Citic Square, 1168 Nan Jing Xi Lu, by Jiangning Lu (5212 2162) Mon-Sun 10.30am-11pm 1) 太仓路 181 弄新天地北里 15 号 , 近马当路 2) 茂名南路 59 号锦江饭店 E 店铺 , 近长乐路 3) 富城路 33 号浦东香格里拉大酒店一楼 , 近名商路 4) 黄陂南路 333 号新天地 1 层 , 近太仓路 5) 中山东一路 32 号半岛酒店 1 层 L1C 铺 , 近南京东路 6) 南京西路 1168 号中信泰富广场 2 层 221 单元 , 近江宁路

Furniture & Lifestyle SHANG XIA 1) 233 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Songshan Lu (8017 9777) 2) No.8D-16, Departure Hall on Hongqiao Airport T2 (2238 2549) 1) 淮海中路 233 号 , 近嵩山路 2)

L6-615, 近陕西南路

Y+ Yoga Centre Whether you are looking to develop your spiritual wellbeing, body toning or just socialise with the hip young crowd, Y + Yoga Centre will have the right class for you. 1) 2/F, Bldg2, 299Fuxing Xi Lu, by Huashan Lu (6433 4330) Daily 6.45am - 8.45pm info@ yplus.com.cn www.yplus.com.cn 2) 3/F, 308 Anfu Lu, by Wukang Lu (6437 2121) info@yplus.com.cn 3) 2/ F, 202 Hubin Lu, by Shunchang Lu (6340 6161) Daily 7.30am-8.45pm info@yplus.com.cn 1) 复兴西路 299 号 2 号楼 2 楼 , 近华山路 2) 安福路 308 号 3 楼 , 近武康路 3) 湖滨路 202 号 2 楼 , 近顺昌路

ANNABEL LEE SHANGHAI is a Shanghai-based luxury home and fashion accessories brand that reflects beautiful Chinese tradition and culture. It boasts sophisticated modern Chinese design in the form of the finest Chinese silk, cashmere and jewelry. Silk pouches with delicate embroidery, intricately-woven cashmere shawls made of the highest-quality cashmere from Inner Mongolia, breath-taking jewelry made of beautiful gemstones, all of which make perfect gifts! No. 1, Lane

古北校 Gubei School 长宁区荣华西道 79 弄 10A 金鹿公寓 1-4 楼（近水城南路 10 号线水城路站）

79 West Ronghua Rd, No 10A near South Shuicheng Rd, Shuicheng Rd Station (Line10)

虹桥校 Hongqiao School 长宁区仙霞路 88 号太阳广场东塔 2 楼 B4-6 室（近娄山关路，2 号线娄山关路站）

88 Xianxia Rd, B4-6, 2/F East Sun Plaza near Loushanguan Rd, Loushanguan Rd Station (Line2) 香梅校 Xiaomei School – Pudong

浦东新区锦绣路 1650 弄香梅花园 2 号楼 702 室（近东绣路 9 号线杨高中路站）

1650 Jinxiu Rd./Bldg.2, 702 near Dongxiu Rd, Middle Yanggao Rd Station (Line9)

family fun NBA Playzone The NBA is excited to provide children and their families with a safe, clean environment for sports and fun right in the heart of Shanghai. Our 1,500 square meter space features ten signature elements including a concessions area and a retail store. Whether it’s hitting a buzzer-beater at the Arena, exploring the twists, turns and slides in the Mascot Training Ground, building balance and coordination in the Rookie Challenge, watching your favorite player come to life at the Interactive Court, dunking like a pro on our trampoline lanes or measuring yourself against your favorite star at one of our NBA Measure-Ups, NBA Playzone is sure to deliver an active, inspiring, educational, and fun experience for the whole family. What’s more, our world famous NBA mascots, Clutch and Benny the Bull, will make regular appearances at NBA Playzone, delighting parents and children alike with their comedic routines. Website: www.nbaplayzone.com Email: info@nbaplayzone.com Address: 2F, Hubindao Shopping Mall, Huangpu District Opening this Summer!

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Educational Services AIA AIA CFO Forum on Dec 15 This is the 14th CFO Forum AIA (the Association of International Accountant) has held in Shanghai. This time we invite Yu Chun, a

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director of one international accounting firm to share her view on bank fraud. Tel: 400-820-2803 Free, 2:00-3:30pm. 10F, Towel 2, No. 2230, Zhongshan Road West, close to Yi Shan Road Station(Line3, 4, 9)

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In today’s world, it is easier than ever to reach across boundaries. The global environment offers infinite opportunities—but only to those who have the right skills. Berlitz helps individuals and businesses, government and non-profit organizations develop the language, cross-cultural and leadership skills necessary for success. Pudong, Shanghai Language Center 23/F, Shanghai Stock Exchange Building (N), 528 Pudong South Road, Shanghai 上海浦东南路 528 号上海证券大厦北塔 23 楼 Tel: 021-6881 0588 Puxi, Shanghai Language Center 35/F, Ciro’s Plaza, 388 Nanjing West Road, Shanghai 上海南京西路 388 号仙乐斯广场 35 楼 Tel: 021-6334 6262 Gubei Language Center 2D, St. Laurent Building, 3215-201 Alley, Hongmei Road, Shanghai 上海虹梅路 3215 弄 201 号圣伦兰商务大楼 2D Tel: 021-5430 7565 WEB: http://www.berlitz.com.cn/

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HanYuan Promotion Daytime Course Day ：Monday-Friday Time ：10:00-17:00 1 to 1 Class Daytime Course Price: Class hour:30H,3600yuan Class hour:50H,5000yuan Regular Daytime Course Price: Class hour:50H,6500yuan Class hour:100H,12000yuan TEL:021-53067271 hanyuan@jicsh.com www.mandarinschool.net No.28 Gaolan Rd Shanghai Mandarin City Mandarin City is dedicated to providing high

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Tel:021-5037 2711 Jinqiao Campus 1779 Yunshan, by Biyun Lu 云山路 1779 号 , 近碧云路

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Mandarin House (Shanghai) International quality accredited Chinese language programs. Whether at your office, home, or our conveniently-located schools; learn practical and modern Chinese with experienced teachers. Call us or visit our school and see why more than 30000 people have chosen Mandarin House for learning Chinese! People's Square 12F, Asia Mansion, 650 Han Kou Road 上海市黄浦区汉口路 650 号亚洲大厦 12 层

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Shanghai International MBA A two-year Part-time MBA designed for multinational managers Classes are taught in English by international professors on average 4 consecutive days per month Tel: +86 (21) 65980610 E-mail: adm@simba-tongji.com Web: www.simba-tongji.com Room A309,Sino-French Center, Tongji University,1239 Siping Road, Shanghai 200092, China

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Panda Language Institute Hotline: 4008203587 Jing’an School: Suite 311-315, 3F, Tower 3, Donghai Plaza, 28 East Yuyuan Rd. 愚園東路

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Expert Teaching and Competitively Priced With 10 year of teaching experience, 4 schools and over 12000 satisfied graduates, the Panda Language Institute is only source you need for effective mandarin Chinese instruction, English instruction or Chinese cultural training, whether for business or personal enrichment. i Mandarin “Ting Bu Dong” is Long gone! www.iMandarin.net study@imandarin.net Shanghai Centre Campus Rm720, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu 南京西路 1376 号上海商城西峰 720 室 , 近西康路

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Recruiting for British Teachers SEATTON is the number-one etiquette training brand in China, teaching clients western style and culture. This year Seatton opens a Club House in Shanghai dedicated to offering clients luxury cultural experiences. The candidate: • Confident teacher ideally with experience teaching both adults and children • Will be trained on the Seatton curriculum • Will be responsible for delivering Seatton Etiquette and Style classes • Salary negotiable depending on experience • Both full-time and part-time positions Please email CV and business photograph to Catherine Wang catherine@seatton.com www.seatton.com Youmandarin always has the right course for you! Whatever your objectives - personal training, corporate training, cultural acclimation, providing your children with an opportunity for a head start, or even just fine-tuning your accent- our customized training system ensures that all your needs can be met in a timely fashion. Quality assurance is our foremost concern. Jing’an Campus: Suite 1405A,Shanghai International Group Mansion , 511 Weihai Road Tel:52047618 Website: www.youmandarin.com. Email:info@youmandarin.com

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SIPG in Transfer Record Hat-trick? Rumors Fly as the CSL Winter Window Opens BY IAN WALKER

A former England international goalkeeper, Ian Walker played for Tottenham Hotspur, Leicester City and Bolton Wanderers. In 2012 he moved to China to become goalkeeper coach of Shanghai Shenhua, before crossing the city divide to join Shanghai SIPG in 2014. Follow him on Twitter @ IanWalks1.

he January sales means something very different in the Chinese Super League… the very opposite of discounts. The 2017 season winter transfer window opens on January 1, and with it the inevitability of silly amounts of money being spent. At RMB2.2 billion, the CSL spent more in the 2016 window than any other league in the world. The league transfer record was broken four times in two weeks – and a fifth time in the summer with Shanghai SIPG securing the services of Brazilian striker Hulk for a cool RMB400 million.

If the rumour mill is to be believed, SIPG are about to break it again, with the signing of Brazilian international midfielder Oscar from Chelsea for GBP60 million – over RMB500 million. If it goes through, the club alone will have broken the CSL transfer record three times in 12 months, having signed another Brazilian, Elkeson, from Guangzhou Evergrande for RMB140 million back in January.

Oscar has fallen out of favor at Stamford Bridge under new Blues boss Antonio Conte, but with 48 caps for Brazil, he is a class player who is good on the ball, creates assists and knows where the back of the net is.

Oscar is like a younger version of Dario Conca, the player that he will likely replace. His age is also of interest – he is only 25, and probably hasn’t even peaked yet - once again bucking the trend of the aging footballer coming to China to cash in. Don’t get me wrong, while he may not be aging, he’ll still be cashing in – the Hulk deal was reported to be 20 million Euros a year, making him the third highest paid player in the world, behind just Messi and Ronaldo. Oscar would leapfrog his countryman as the club’s top earner. A lot of money – the pressure will be on him to produce.

The move would also see Oscar play under former Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas, who replaced Sven-Goran Eriksson in the SIPG hot

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seat last month, and the Stamford BridgeChina connection does not stop there. Across town, new Shanghai Shenhua boss Gus Poyet (ex-Chelsea) is rumored to be looking to sign his old Chelsea teammate, Blues skipper John Terry. (Unless, that is, yet another former Chelsea boss, Luiz Felipe Scolari, can tempt him to CSL Champions Guangzhou Evergrande). Shenhua are also said to be on the verge of completing a deal for Argentina, and exMan Utd, Man City and Juve striker Carlos Teves.

It’s safe to say that is not where the spending will end. Whether I can suspend my disbelief over Hebei China Fortune’s reported half-a-billion Euro offer to Lionel Messi is another matter. Messi swapping the Camp Nou for the Qinhuangdao Stadium? Somehow, I can’t quite see it…

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Elkeson

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Jackson Martínez

Alex Teixeira

USD20 million / RMB140 million Guangzhou Evergrande to Shanghai SIPG

USD30 million / RMB207 million Chelsea to Jiangsu Suning

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USD45 million / RMB310 million Atlético Madrid to Guangzhou Evergrande

USD53 million / RMB370 million Shakhtar Donetsk to Jiangsu Suning

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Hulk

USD59 million / RMB410 million Zenit Saint Petersburg to Shanghai SIPG