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Food & DrinkMay 13, 2026

Warehouse No.3: Shanghai's Futuristic Restaurant with Mirror Ceilings

Shanghai's cyberpunk restaurant with mirror ceilings serves creative Chinese cuisine in a futuristic space that's equal parts dining room and Instagram backdrop.

Food & DrinkApr 22, 2026

The Best Xiaolongbao in Shanghai (Local Verdict)

Five spots, ranked. Din Tai Fung is not the answer. The locals' top pick is a hole-in-the-wall most tourists never find.

Food & DrinkMar 12, 2025

The Biggest Hotpot in the World with a View: Pi Pa Yuan Hotpot in Chongqing 🌶️🔥

If you’re in Chongqing and craving a true hotpot experience, Pi Pa Yuan Hotpot (枇杷园火锅) is the place to be. Imagine eating hotpot on a mountain with 1,000 tables scattered all over—yep, it’s that big! The servers even carry dishes up the hill using shoulder poles. It’s like stepping into an old-school Sichuan village but […]

Food & DrinkJan 11, 2025

9 Must-Try Local Eats in Shanghai 🍜

Planning a trip to Shanghai and not sure what to eat? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Here’s a foodie guide to 9 local spots that even Shanghai locals can’t resist. Let’s dig in! 😋 9 Must-Try Local Eats 1️⃣ Shrimp Soldiers & Crab Generals (虾兵蟹将) – Crab Roe Noodles If you love rich flavors, this […]

Food & DrinkSep 7, 2024

A Sci-Fi Feast at Warehouse No. 3 in Shanghai

📢Attention Sci-Fi lovers in Shanghai, you gonna love this restaurant! As soon as you step inside, you’re greeted by an overwhelming sense of technology and fashion. The restaurant’s sleek silver-white decor, with mirrored reflections and other futuristic elements, makes you feel like you’ve entered a sci-fi world. The space is vast and brightly lit, with […]

Food & DrinkNov 10, 2023

Shanghai's Coffee Chronicles: Top 10 Cafés to Sip and Savor

Shanghai, the city that never sleeps and always brews, is home to a thriving café culture that marries Eastern tradition with Western modernity. In the bustling metropolis of commerce and culture, I embarked on a caffeinated quest to discover the top 10 cafés that are the talk of the town. Here's a curated list of […]