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Franck Bistrot
Franck Bistro delivers arguably one of Shanghai's best French dining experiences - so good it will make you want to add a “k” to the word “Francophile.”As you head down the street, let the smell of freshly baked bread (from Franck's...
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Mercato
There's no shortage of world-class Western restaurants in Shanghai and there's no shame in just going for the name brand. Especially when that brand is that of master Chef Jean-Georges.One of three Shanghai restaurants in the...
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Mao Mao Chong
This neighborhood gem offers award winning cocktails and one of the most relaxing, chilled-out atmospheres in Beijing. Run by local mixologist Eric Liu, Mao Mao Chong serves up cocktails featuring local chinese ingredients and...
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Ten Feet Tall
You've been going hard all week, walking miles in exploration of the city that goes all night. You're probably hungover, bone-tired and possibly jet- lagged. At times like this, the basic down and dirty foot massage joint probably won't...
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WOAW
On the busy Gough Street, you'll find several stores amid prevalent construction but only one place that will make you say WOAW. Inside the World of Amazing Wonders you'll find a massive collection of modern products each stranger and...
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Sumerian
It is not easy finding artisanal coffee shops in China, but Shanghai is one of the few places where things are starting to percolate.Through its boutique, California-inspired cafe (and wholesale coffee business), Sumerian Coffee has been...
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Elephant Grounds
A clean environment of wood panels, terrarium plant life and creative art, Elephant Grounds is a go to retreat for great coffee and delicious eats. The main attraction is the wide assortment of coffee and the array of methods in which it...
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Common Ground Cafe
Whether you’re looking for the perfect place to catch up on your favorite book or the latest gossip with a few friends, this café agrees with you. Located five to ten minutes outside of central Hong Kong, this hillside gem is frequented...
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Australia Dairy Co
You don’t really have much of a choice, because the menu is so limited, but that’s not such a bad thing at Australia Dairy Co. Go to this popular breakfast spot in the heart of Kowloon, where everyone raves about the SCRAMBLED EGGS AND...
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King's Joy
A stone's throw from the famous Lama Temple, King's Joy (or Jing Zhao Yin) presents a singular dining experience that is somehow simultaneously spiritual, luxurious and vegetarian.Restauranteur David Yin's homage to a sustainable,...
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Karaiya Spice House
For those that like to feel the burn, make a trip to Karaiya Spice House for some Hunan-style heat. Authentic Hunan dishes are beautifully presented at this award winning, lair of spice. A bouquet of Hunan chilis accompanies many of...
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Jane and Hooch
As far as nightlife goes, Beijing can party with the best of the biginternational metropoles. So it's kind of a big deal to emerge in the top the echelon of the mixology lounge scene as Jane and Hooch has.Owner Warren Pang (a cocktail...
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Dali Courtyard
Once you finally find it, Dali Courtyard is the perfect setting for those sultry Beijing summer nights, providing a dimly-lit escape for a romantic rendezvous or relaxed gathering of friends. Dining alfresco is the thing to do at this...
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North Point Wet Market & Ding Ding
Hong Kong may be the only place in the world where someone will tell you to hop on a Ding Ding with a straight face. The Ding Ding of course is HK’s famed double-decker tram system (that’s what she said – joking!). That being said, hop...
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The Great Wall
When you are standing on The Great Wall of China, wonderment is a complete understatement. Spanning over 13,000 miles, this ancient fortification winds across the land with complete disregard for natural obstacles and the dramatic...
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Susu
You might get lost hunting for this back-alley oasis that is only a stone's throw from the National Art Museum, but the reward is worth the effort for this modern Vietnamese cafe.A stunning example of hutong adaptive reuse, Susu is...
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Transit
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Sanlitun, the bold flavors of Southwestern China flourish in a new light. Under creator Huang Chao's watchful eye, the classics have been modernized at this casual fine dining locale. That's right, casual...
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Mott 32
Named after the address of NYC’s first Chinese grocery store (circa 1851), Mott 32 has embraced the pioneering spirit of its namesake to deliver a world-class dining experience that celebrates “Hong Kong culture and cuisine” with...
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Parkview Green Mall
When it's too hot or too cold, when a breath of fresh air is just hard to come by, check out Parkview Green - an iconic landmark for green design innovation in Beijing. Designed to maximize energy efficiency by maintaining its own...
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MiNT Camera
There is a real luxury in taking your time and doing things the old-fashioned way. If you pine for a time before smartphones and Instagram filters, make a beeline for MiNT camera. A champion of the instant photo, MiNT specializes in...
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Natooke
Think “fixies” and your mind likely wanders to pedaling the streets of Brooklyn, the hills of Portland, or alongside a Dutch canal. Now that Natooke is a name in our address book, fixies will forever be synonymous with biking the back...
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Migas
If you suddenly develop a craving for Spanish tapas, all you need to do is head to Nali Patio in Sanlitun which is where many of the top Spanish restaurants in the city have decided to crowd themselves. But Migas is clearly king of the...
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Sumi Yakitori
In a dark alley of Central Hong Kong, just entering this Japanese grill is part of the experience. After your initial alleyway entrance, take a brief elevator ride with local businessmen or hostesses from the several bars sandwiched...
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The Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square
The grandeur of history swallows modern crowds here on a daily basis. Completed in 1420, construction lasted over 14 years and required over a million workers when Ming Emperor Zhu Di moved the capital from Nanjing to Beijing. With...