What to Eat in Shanghai

IN SHANGHAI IT IS NOT ABOUT WHERE YOU EAT, BUT WHAT YOU EAT. HERE ARE IS A LIST OF THE MOST POPULAR SHANGHAI FOOD.

Xiao Long Bao

The highly-talked about "soup dumplings" are the first things to try in the Shanghai food scene. The gelatin-rich dumpling contains a soup and pork filling and is enjoyed by dipping into vinegar. It can either be consumed by nibbling off a corner of the dough and sucking out the soup or by downing the whole thing in one go.

Cong You Bing

Also known as Scallion Pancakes. These are hands down, one of the best breakfast treats in the Shanghai food scene. The pancake is filled with scallions, fat pork and oil, then flattened and pan-fried for a flaky layer.

Wonton Soup

After a morning or afternoon walking out in the rainy, humid and at times cold November weather, nothing beats a bowl of warm wonton soup. Shanghai style wonton soup is different from other wontons in China. The stuffing is not made of fresh pork or shrimp, but solely of meat.

Peking Duck

Peking duck is one of China’s most famous dishes for good reason. Specially-bred and fattened ducks are glazed and hung in a wood fire to roast until the browned skin is crisp and the meat succulent. It is served with a sweet-and-sour honey sauce or a light soy sauce, made from Pekin breed and dipped in fermented bean sauce. Get insider travel tips and luxury fashion and lifestyle content on the world’s most exceptional destinations and products directly to your inbox. Don’t miss out–sign up for Svadore in the drop down tab on the right hand side of the homepage. Follow Svadore on Instagram: @Svadore Follow Svadore on Pinterest: Svadore