Xiaolongbao and shengjian usually get most of the attention from visitors to Shanghai, but the city’s noodle scene deserves just as much attention. One excellent place to start is Huxi Old Alley Noodles, a humble local chain serving rich, deeply savoury dry noodles that have earned a loyal following across Shanghai. Unlike some of the … Read more
RAC Coffee Shanghai sits at the junction of Anfu Road and Wukang Road, and on a weekend morning you’ll almost certainly walk past a queue. That queue leads to a French café and crêperie that has been quietly doing things right since 2017. No gimmicks, no fusion twists, just honest French food executed with care … Read more
Although it’s been around since 2014, I’ve only recently tried El Bodegon Shanghai for the first time. It’s well known in the expat community for serving affordable, well-priced steaks, in a city where steak prices can climb quickly. The Place The venue in Changning district is industrial chic, with warm, relaxed touches. Exposed concrete ceilings, … Read more
High Yaki Shanghai is one of my favourite modern izakayas in Shanghai but friends who visit at my suggestions sometimes come away with feedback that is less positive than I would expect and I think the issue here is not really knowing what to order, so please read on to find out how to do … Read more