A few weeks ago, friends suggested we meet for dinner at this new barbecue joint called Xibo. We gamely showed up expecting pulled-pork sandwiches and hamburgers. But what we found was so much better. With a stunning rooftop location, Xibo specializes in modern Xinjiang cuisine. This hearty, comforting food comes from the northwestern reaches of […]
Restaurants and Cafes
Masala Art: Authentic Indian Cuisine in Shanghai
I love Indian food. In the States we used to eat Indian take-out all the time. In Shanghai, not so much. That is, until we discovered Masala Art Indian restaurant. I’m about to make a bold statement, but this some of the best Indian food we’ve eaten, and we’ve lived in New York City which […]
The Best Noodles in Xi’an, China
My favorite restaurant in Xi’an is the wonderfully-named First Noodle Under the Sun, and I would go back to Xi’an just to eat here. It’s truly that good! We discovered First Noodle on a previous trip to Xi’an and dined there twice this visit. The house specialty is the 4-meter-long noodle, which comes folded up […]
A New York-Style Brunch at the Dakota, Shanghai
We recently enjoyed a charming brunch at the Dakota Bar & Bistro in the former French Concession. On their website, they describe themselves as being an American-style bistro, and they delivered on their promise. From the casual, street-side patio to the sumptuously dark interior, we felt as though we’d been transported to the Upper East Side […]
Let’s Get Reél in Shanghai
Shanghai’s Reél Kitchen is a giant collection of food stalls situated above a metro station on Nanjing Xi Lu. The space is brightly lit and surprisingly clean, with the servers wearing hygienic masks and gloves. The sterile yet cutesy vibe reminds me of the food courts inside Japanese train stations. As you walk in, the […]