Global Taste in Shanghai | Pan-fried pork buns

In Shanghai, few foods are as ubiquitous, or as passionately debated, as shengjian (生煎, shēng jiān), often described in English as pan-fried pork buns.

Global Taste in Shanghai | Scallion oil noodles: A taste of simplicity and flavor

Simple yet rich in flavor, the dish offers a quintessential taste of Shanghai home-style cooking.

Global Taste in Shanghai | Butterfly cracker: A French pastry that is quintessentially Shanghai

Golden, crisp, and shaped like a pair of delicate wings, the butterfly cracker is a staple in bakeries across Shanghai.

Global Taste in Shanghai | 'Yanduxian': A taste of spring in a single pot

In Shanghai, yanduxian (腌笃鲜, yān dǔ xiān) is more than just a seasonal dish. This hearty soup blends preserved and fresh ingredients in a single pot and has long been celebrated as a culinary herald of spring.

Global Taste in Shanghai | 'Qingtuan': A taste of spring in every bite

In Shanghai, you'll know spring has arrived when shop windows start filling up with soft, jade-green rice balls.

Global Taste in Shanghai | 'Xiaolongbao': A small dumpling with a big story

Served in bamboo steamers and filled with hot, savory broth, these small dumplings are a daily favorite for locals and a must-try for many visitors.