Celebrated Shanghai cocktail bar serving classic cocktails- expertly hand-crafted by ex-Ginza mixologist The masterful juxtaposition of the meticulous Japanese cocktail service techniques found in the sophisticated cocktail bars of Ginza, with the relaxed Spanish style of nightlife and socialising found in the traditional bars of Barcelona,  has resulted in the creation in 2010 of [...]

Spectacular 360° views over Shanghai from 87th floor CLOUD 9 Bar at the apex of iconic Jin Mao Tower   Located at the penultimate 87th floor of the iconic Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai, CLOUD 9 is one of the  highest bars in the world, providing guests with jaw-dropping views across the entire panorama of [...]

The exotic glamour of the whimsical world of 1920′s Shanghai socialite Madame de Ning   Salon de Ning at The Peninsula Shanghai is a unique entertainment venue that evokes an intriguing and luxurious atmosphere of sophisticated pleasures and indulgences. Superbly crafted and exquisitely detailed, the “Salon” beautifully combines an audacious opulence with a whimsical sense of [...]

Internationally acclaimed Italian restaurant & cocktail bar introduces innovative cocktail & food pairing menu The original 8 ½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA restaurant was opened in Hong Kong in 2010 by acclaimed three Michelin Star Chef Umberto Bombana, serving an authentic contemporary Italian cuisine to the discerning diners of Hong Kong. Following the continued success and recognition of the [...]

  Brilliant views from glamorous Rooftop Terrace and Bar   The modern Shanghai metropolis offers many spectacular views- with the dramatic 21st Century skyscrapers on the Pudong side of the Huangpu River vying for attention with the classic elegance of the 1920′s architecture of historic The Bund precinct buildings. Views are a highly prized feature [...]

MAY 2013 UPDATE- O’MALLEYS HAS RECENTLY CLOSED  The original Irish Bar & Restaurant in Shanghai – founded in 1996 O’Malley’s has enjoyed an enduring popularity among both expat residents and visitors to Shanghai since its opening more than 15 years ago. Originally conceived as an authentic reproduction of an Irish Pub, a recent major refurbishment [...]

The Long Bar is one of the oldest established bars aimed at expat customers in Shanghai- opened in 1991. Fronting onto Nanjing Xi Lu on first floor of Shanghai Centre- in front of Portmans Ritz Carlton Hotel. Long Bar attracts business travellers and many long term regular customers. “Model Show” on Thursday nights has been [...]