Eat Like a Local Through Shanghai's French Concession

Itinerary 1 itinerary Day 1 Meeting point： Directions (subway is recommended): Jiashan Road Subway Station is on lines 9 & 12. Follow signs to Exit 5 and go upstairs. Upon exiting, a "China Minsheng Bank" is immediately to your left. Your guide will be waiting at the lion statues in front of the bank entrance. Chinese location: 嘉善路地铁站5出口 Activities & Attractions: Former French Concession（Free entry） In 1936, half of Shanghai was controlled by foreign powers. For decades, its had a negative birth rate and millions of immigrants, meaning the inheritance of the true cuisine of old Shanghai is limited to select insiders. On this tour, you’ll try at least 10 dishes on a journey through the clandestine cuisine of old-Shanghai, hiding in plain sight in the French Concession. 30m Activities & Attractions: Huijin Shopping Mall(Zhao Jia bang road)（Free entry） Xiaolongbao (local for soup dumplings) are Shanghai’s most famous claim to fame, but do you know how to tell the good from the great? We’ll let you know at our favorite local dumpling joint that can compete with the touristy Michelin recommended restaurants. 30m null Scallion noodles, dumplings with sesame sauce, local curry, and more! Don’t forget to check out the kitchen on your way in, the labor intensive pan-fried-bun making process has been selected as Local Intangible Cultural Heritage. 30m null Two words: Pork Belly. Shanghai’s favorite dish takes an entire day to prepare, and for a good reason. Enjoy this plus other “only in Shanghai” dishes that celebrate quality ingredients with fresh preparation. 30m Activities & Attractions: Ruijin Er Lu (Ruijin Second Road)（Free entry） End the night with a locally made craft beer and enjoy the new modern feel Shanghai is known for around the world. The brewery is 10 10-minute walk away from South Shaanxi Road Subway Station. 30m null Driven by a passion for dessert and community spirit, the Shanghainese owner of this cozy shop caters to the local neighborhood, crafting fresh desserts without pre-made shortcuts. Fresh mango atop chilled sago cream with a dash of pomelo…we’re drooling already! 30m End a tour on the spot: End the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion The tour ends a 10-minute walk from South Shaanxi Road Subway Station. *Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.