Shanghai is one of China’s most exciting food cities — a melting pot where East meets West and local flavors blend with international flair. Whether you’re new in town or a longtime resident, here are some of the best places and dishes to explore when hunger hits.
🥢 Must-Try Local Dishes
Xiaolongbao (Soup Dumplings) – Steamed buns filled with hot broth and pork,...
Chinese Learning – Class 3: Ordering Food and Drinks
Food is a big part of life in China. In this class, let’s learn how to order food and drinks.
🍜 Key Phrases
我要… (wǒ yào…) – I want…
请给我菜单 (qǐng gěi wǒ càidān) – Please give me the menu
一杯水 (yì bēi shuǐ) – A glass of water
一碗米饭 (yì wǎn mǐfàn)...
Golden Week isn’t just about travel — it’s also a time to eat, drink, and celebrate with friends. Here’s where you can enjoy the best food and nightlife across China during the holiday.
Street Food & Holiday Treats
Many cities host night markets with seasonal dishes. Try mooncakes, roasted chestnuts, and local specialties from vendors set up just for the holiday....
Location: Xishui County, Guizhou · Reported by local authorities · Originally covered by ECNS
More than 100 people, including children, have been hospitalized in Xishui County, Guizhou Province after eating sandwiches made by a local pastry factory. Officials say the affected stores have paused operations while testing and investigations continue.
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Beijing is about to experience something special this December. For the first time ever, the Embassy of Nigeria in China is hosting a Nigerian Christmas Carnival, bringing West African energy, music, culture, and global flavors to the heart of Chaoyang.
The carnival will take place on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Nigerian Embassy. Tickets for similar...
While the weather has been a little unpredictable of late, when the sun does shine and you’re looking for a spot of alfresco dining or drinking, there is no shortage of stunning rooftops and terraces here in Beijing. To kick off this series, we're going to take a look at some of the rooftops and terraces situated around the Sanlitun and Gongti area, so grab your sunglasses and go...
Today we're continuing our journey exploring rooftops and terraces in Beijing, and after looking at ones around Sanlitun, the hutongs, and the Liangma River, we're now turning our attention to the CBD.
Xun Terrace
The newest place on this list, Xun Terrace only opened up earlier this year. Hidden away on the 25th floor of an office building near the Kerry Centre, here you...
Aside from essential apps like WeChat, Alipay, Didi, Maps, etc., one of the other apps that I use most often here is Dianping, especially for looking up restaurants and bars. It's a great way to find new places, check opening times and addresses, book tables and get some banging discounts.
Almost every restaurant or bar is guaranteed to have at least one kind of deal or discount....
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