After spending two weeks in Xinjiang, I’ve eaten more than my fair share of lamb. In fact after returning to Shanghai, I almost considered going vegetarian for a couple weeks just to recalibrate the cosmic seesaw that is my digestive … Read More
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Eating Bitter(Melon): The Cure for Gout?
TL;DR? Traditional Chinese Medicine recommends bittermelon as a cure for gout. This bumpy melon can be hard to find in the west in edible form, but luckily, it’s easily available repackaged in capsules – and might we add, a far … Read More
UnTour Shanghai + Chifan for Charity = Success!
Here’s a cause a culinary tour company can really get behind: Eating for charity! Chifan [to eat] for Charity is a great annual event that supports Heart 2 Heart, a volunteer based Community Outreach Group which provides support and financial assistance … Read More
Shanghai Ranks in Top 5 Cities for Foodies!
According to CNNGo, Shanghai is the fifth best vacation destination for foodies. And while we’re not going to argue with them about their top selection of London (for its offal?! I mean, we love our Weird Meat from tip to tail … Read More
What To Do With Parents in Town in Shanghai
‘Tis the season for friends, family, and loved ones to start visiting all of us living, working, and studying in China. One of the questions we always hear is “What do I do with my parents for a week in … Read More