There is no shortage of rooftop patios in Shanghai, so we’ve decided to uncover the best spots one area at a time. Under the microscope in this edition: The Bund – Shanghai’s ever famous waterfront area and magnet of fine wining and dining. Read More>>

With the recent sizzling heat wave over Shanghai, you may be forgiven for mistaking the city for a giant sauna. Why not head to one of Shanghai’s water parks and cool down through the power of water? Read More>>

The weather has hit that perfect high note here in Shanghai – mostly sunny with just a slight hint of the mugginess that will soon assault us all. And what better way to take advantage of this short weather window than by leisurely whiling away the ... Read More>>

Just because you’re looking forward to going home or taking a trip to somewhere exotic doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy summer in Shanghai. The city is packed with fun alternatives. Here are of our favorite summer activities in Shanghai. Read More>>

Spending Christmas as an expat in Shanghai can sometimes be difficult: thousands of miles away from your family and missing the festive traditions of your home country. However, Shanghai actually has plenty to offer if you know where to look. It’s easy to ... Read More>>

The rush around Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is legendary. For those who are too poor, too disorganized or too agoraphobic to leave Shanghai, we’ve compiled a list of some great activities for this CNY that won’t require you to ... Read More>>

Just like we knew it would, spring has quickly devolved into summer-like weather. So now instead of contemplating which al fresco dining place we’ll frequent for lunch, we have to worry about heat stroke. Luckily there are quite a few options for those ... Read More>>

This is where the fun is at in Shanghai this Chinese New Year. Read More>>

Ahh, Mid-Autumn Festival, a time to spend with family and friends, engage in some moon appreciation and perhaps most importantly, eat some moon cakes. Considered a staple during this time of year, these round pastries are fairly small in size (around ten ... Read More>>

This summer, when the city turns into a roaring furnace, try some of these water activities too cool down and make a splash! Read More>>

Looking to celebrate another year with friends and loved ones or just want to have one more night of feasting before embarking on another set of doomed New Year’s resolutions? Well, we’ve found the best places to have dinner this New Year’s Eve in ... Read More>>

We all know that Shanghai's summer can be a sweat-soaked, sticky season, when all you want to do is grab an icy, hulking chunk of watermelon or an ice cold drink and flake out in the draft of the nearest fan – but our kids don't let this stop them! As your ... Read More>>

While your friends may be regaling you with tales of upcoming travel adventures, there are some definite pluses to staying in Shanghai during Chinese New Year. Not convinced? Read on for just a few reasons to stay put. Read More>>

Thanksgiving has come and gone, so you know exactly what that means: it's time to look ahead towards winter and the holiday season. There's a chill in the air and a nip at our faces, and wishful thoughts of outdoor strolling down Nanjing Lu and impromptu ... Read More>>

You may be mentally prepared for the summer, but is your wardrobe? As we step into the sizzling, summer months, we've prepared a guide on how to beat the heat, the stylish way. From chunky bangles to bold neon getups, here are this summer's top five hottest ... Read More>>

With the frigid winter upon us and here to stay for a while, a lot of energy is spent just keeping warm. Luckily, Shanghai is famous for its inventive cocktails, and wintertime proves no exception. Read on for some warm alternatives to your usual imbibing ... Read More>>

Perfect for all homesick Americans, the culturally curious and the gluttons out there: restaurants all over Shanghai are putting together special set menus for Thanksgiving on November 27. We have made a roundup of all the best places to get stuffed in ... Read More>>

Halloween is creeping up. Get festive and carve your own jack-o-lantern. Read More>>

Christmas is just around the corner, and with all the carols and tacky sweaters comes the best (or worst, depending on your take) part of all—gift giving! While Shanghai is a shopping mecca, most lists suggesting gifts tend to fall in the "I couldn't ... Read More>>

Christmas is right around the corner and there's no better time to get a jump on your holiday decorating. While Christmas trees, festive ornaments, and other holiday decorations aren't as easy to find in China as they are in many other countries, it is ... Read More>>

It's that time of year again, when scary, skimpy, and/or socially relevant costumes combine with the power of booze to create that wunderkind of holidays… Halloween! Because 2012's calendar hates us, Halloween falls on a Wednesday this year. But don't ... Read More>>

Thanksgiving is upon us once again (for non-Americans and those just completely out of the loop – it falls on Thursday, November 25 this year), which means Americans around the world will participate in that time-honoured tradition of eating ridiculous ... Read More>>

All Hallows Eve is nearly upon us, and the witches of the earth are ready to set free all manner of ghouls and ghastlies. It’ll be a dangerous time to be on the streets of Shanghai, best choose a party to find sanctuary in. But how to decide? Read More>>

Easter is just around the corner, and restaurants around Shanghai are working on extra special menus for the family friendly holiday that falls on Sunday, March 31 this year. But there are also plenty of family-friendly activities happening too. Read More>>