Foreigners have their own map of entertainment in Shanghai, which may differ
from what a native Shanghainese perspective, says Modern Weekly, a newspaper
issued in China's big cities, such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou.
Coming from different backgrounds, expats bring with them a different
perspective, sparking interest in what are everyday occurrences for the
Shanghainese. The longer they stay, the more people of their own country they
find., It then becomes more clear as far as where to go, what to eat, and how to
be entertained. So, following the expats, we can see a different side of
Shanghai.
*Andrew, French
After living in Shanghai for more than 4 years, Andrew still misses his
hometown, Paris. He is not necessarily a fashion fanatic, but Shanghai is too
modern for his own tastes. He feels most comfortable around those similar to
himself, and has subsequently drawn his own Shanghai map.
The small group has about 40 people. The 15th day of every month, they'll
have a party at MINT, on Tongren Road, the owner of which is also French. They
often have lunch in DESLYS, afternoon tea at FACE and dinner in Hong Fangzi.
The biggest difference between Andrew and the local people is his enthusiasm
of art, a characteristic famous to the French. After visiting all the museums
and galleries in Shanghai, Andrew found Shanghai's Moganshan Road, where there
are always new exhibitions.
The curio market on Xizang Road is Andrew's weekend choice.
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DESLYS
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DESLYS:
A restaurant offering authentic French food. The king and queen of Belgium once
visited and praised the food.
Location: 178 Xin Le Road
Tel: 021-54045077
HFZ Gourmet & Cafe: One of the most famous French
restaurants in Shanghai, which was opened in 1935.
Location: 6/F, Red House
Building, South Shaanxi Road
Tel: 021-62553388
Mesa: Mesa's adjoining lounge is where designers and
hipsters gather late. it is a red bar, with red sofas, and red
walls.
Location: No.748 Julu Road
Tel: 021-62899108
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Lu Bo Lang
Restaurant
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Lu Bo Lang
Restaurant: Located in Shanghai's God Temple, the restaurant offers
authentic Shanghai food.
Location: No.115 Yu Yuan Road
Tel: 021-63280602
Old Shanghai Night (Lao Ye Shanghai): This may be one of the
best places downtown to taste Shanghai food. French people like the romantic
environment of the restaurant.
Location1: 4/F Shanghai Everbright Convention
and Exhibition Center International Hotel, No. 66 Caobao Road
Tel:
021-64325629
Location2: 1/F north building of Jinjiang Hotel, No.59 South Mao
Ming Road
Tel: 021-62582582
