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[On the Radar]: FUKU Sushi, Kiss the Tiramisu

2017-06-21 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

This week, we've got a pair of brand-new tiny spots on Fumin Lu where you couldn't have a sit-down meal even if you wanted to. Read more...
[On The Radar]: The Bull & Claw, Porky's

2017-06-14 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

A pair of new venues on this week's radar. Bull & Claw finds a home and Blue Marlin re-brands as Porky's. Read more...
You Can Get Sex Toys From Vending Machines Now, Hey!

2017-06-14 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

Behind a small door on Wuning Lu is a vending machine that sells sex stuff. All kinds of sex stuff you can buy in sweet, sweet solitude. Read more...
[How To]: Use DiDi Now That It's In English

2017-05-31 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

The new English-language Didi interface rolled out to us. Another win for cross-seat communication. We try out the Chinese Uber, except in English. Read more...
[On The Radar]: Paramount

2017-05-11 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

One of Shanghai's iconic nightclubs of yore gets a new lease on wealth. Here's a look inside the Paramount in the 21st century. Read more...
We Stood in Line for an Hour for Coco Chanel Coffee and Makeup

2017-04-18 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

We dive deep into the world of brand synergy for a cup of coffee. Read more...
[On The Radar]: Xixi Bistro

2017-04-14 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

Xixi Bistro is back on the scene. Here's a look inside. Read more...
[The List]: Sports Leagues in Shanghai That You Can Join

2017-04-05 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

Fix up, look sharp. Whether you're looking to meet new people or stay active through sport, here's a list of people who play ball in Shanghai. Read more...
[On The Radar]: Everything in Found 158, Basically

2017-03-16 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

Roll call: SEL, Cyclo, El Santo, Zapfler, Pera, Genesis, Wei Liu, and Jin Guan Cheng now open for business in the Julu Lu F&B hub. Read more...
[On the Radar]: Above the Globe, The Caxton, Shanghai Republik

2017-02-08 - By Alex Panayotopoulos

Three new watering holes are now open and serving in Shanghai. Probably a few more, right, but also these three in particular. Read more...

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