Experience hosted by Jian （Jim）
3 hours
Includes food, drinks
Up to 10 people
Hosted in English, Chinese (Simplified)
What you'll do
We'll walk around the former French concession, from the old neighborhood to the modern streets. We'll walk by the birthplace of the Chinese Communist Party and learn about the history and culture of the quickly changing city. Then we'll stop at the first restaurant in the Xintiandi area and start with scallion oil noodles with three to six different toppings. You'll discover Shanghai's food culture by walking through the backyards of traditional stone-gate houses (Shikumeng), which soon will be demolished due to ongoing urban renewal projects. Relax with some Chinese tea such as pu'er, oolong, and longjing green tea away from the touristic crowded central CBD. In the middle of the tour, we'll visit a local microbrewery and sample some IPAs, pale ales, stouts, or pilsners. Meanwhile, you'll discover the Chinese drinking culture by sampling a shot of one of the most widely consumed spirits in the world: baijiu. The last place is a kind of hole-in-the-wall mom-and-pop joint that serves wontons, pan-fired dumplings, soup dumplings, and other side dishes. Our walk will end close to the People Square.
Other things to note
This experience starts sharply with multiple departure times from 9am, 1pm, 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Please arrive on time in fairness of other guests. Vegetarian options are also available.
There are recently some TECHNICAL PROBLEMS booking through Airbnb APP. Please try to book online with laptops.
Other things to note
This experience starts sharply with multiple departure times from 9am, 1pm, 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Please arrive on time in fairness of other guests. Vegetarian options are also available.
There are recently some TECHNICAL PROBLEMS booking through Airbnb APP. Please try to book online with laptops.
We'll walk around the former French concession, from the old neighborhood to the modern streets. We'll walk by the birthplace of the Chinese Communist Party and learn about the history and culture of the quickly changing city. Then we'll stop at the first restaurant in the Xintiandi area and start with scallion oil noodles with three to six different toppings. You'll discover Shanghai's food culture by walking through the backyards of traditiona…
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As a native of Shanghai, I am passionate about introducing my city to people who are curious about Shanghai’s authentic local cuisine. I'm also running a culinary tour company and planning to open a restaurant.
My co-host Lu is a big craft beer geek and a musician playing at former French Concession at night. He's originated from Shangri-La and lives in Shanghai for almost 10 years.
Other experiences we offer:
Authentic tea and dessert tour;
Chinese craft beer tour.
Instagram:shanghaifoodietours
My co-host Lu is a big craft beer geek and a musician playing at former French Concession at night. He's originated from Shangri-La and lives in Shanghai for almost 10 years.
Other experiences we offer:
Authentic tea and dessert tour;
Chinese craft beer tour.
Instagram:shanghaifoodietours
Where you'll be
We will meet at Exit 2 of the Xintiandi station on the Shanghai metro line 10 and will be exploring the area around the former French concession.
Rated 4.93 out of 5 from 304 reviews.
We had a fun, informative and filling afternoon with Jim, wandering the Old Shanghai and discovering real hidden gems. Jim’s tour was recommended to me by a friend and I will in turn be recommending his tour to all visitors and newcomers to Shanghai.
We had a fun, informative and filling afternoon with Jim, wandering the Old Shanghai and discovering real hidden gems. Jim’s tour was recommended to me by a friend and I will in tu…
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Cancellation policy
Any experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Guest requirements
Up to 10 guests of all ages can attend.
Alcohol
This experience includes alcohol. Only guests who meet the legal drinking age will be served alcoholic beverages.