In Cafetique, Shanghaiist reviews coffee shops and cafes around Shanghai that provide the two things our writers need most in life: caffeine and wireless internet. How does your neighborhood hangout spot stack up? more ›

In Cafetique, Shanghaiist reviews coffee shops and cafes around Shanghai that provide the two things our writers need most in life: caffeine and wireless internet. How does your neighborhood hangout spot stack up? more ›

Why you should grab a bite: We happened across this one by chance. We don't usually go into Chinese bakeries (not a huge fan of sweet, airy breads) and the Milky Russian's boring shape is well, boring so we wouldn't have discovered this treat if it weren't for friends but boy are we glad we did. It's probably not Russian (as far as we can tell) but this large bun's soft texture and very buttery taste could qualify to be manna from heaven. Best when just out of the oven of course! For only 6.50RMB, it's worth a bite. more ›

Inspectors testing cream cakes sold in bakeries around town for melamine did not find the kidney stone-causing agent but they did find high levels of bacteria present in the cakes, and no, they're not of the good kind. According to Shanghai Daily: more ›

As we mentioned earlier, a temporary permission allowing guide dogs in public places has now run out of time. For the seven people in China who have seeing eye dogs, it's back to pre-Paralympic times. However, we've noticed that bakery chain Café 85 C has understood the use of these dogs. Smoking, outside food and photography are not allowed at the chain and neither are pets, unless they are guide dogs. more ›

Shame on the French. Yes, it needs to be said. They left a legacy in Shanghai of some crumbling old buildings—now home to rusty bicycles, stray cats and hanging laundry—but for all their years masquerading and womanizing, they neglected to pass on the basic skills of making baguettes, crepes, pastries and cakes. more ›