The recent release of The Miele Guide was another slap to the face of mainland China, and more specifically, the country’s economic hub that we call home. … Read More
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Types of Chinese Tea
Types of Chinese Tea The leaves used to make all types of tea come from the same plant, Camellia sinensis.After being harvested, the leaves are then processed and oxidised to create so many different types of the beverage that one ancient … Read More
In Defense of Shanghainese Cuisine
Shanghainese food is the ugly red-headed stepchild of Chinese food. Declared too sweet by residents of Dongbei and too oily by our Canton neighbours to the South, most Shanghainese specialties aren’t exported heavily, and they’re invariably poorly executed when they … Read More
Chinese Tea Master
In recent years, Chinese tea has crossed oceans with more regularity as orders from foreigners come flying in, fuelled by scientific studies linking tea consumption with a host of health benefits. But for the lucky residents of Shanghai, we’re just … Read More
Shanghai’s Best New Restaurants of 2010
As food editor of a local lifestyle magazine, I am lucky enough to be invited to tastings, openings and private media dinners of all the newest restaurants to hit Shanghai. Here’s my round-up of my personal favorite new restaurants in Shanghai for 2010. … Read More