Youfeng Xiaoyuan

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Youfeng Xiaoyuan has several locations across Pudong, but its Qunle village branch stands out from the rest. It is set inside a century-old house that preserves the classic style of Jiangnan architecture with distinctive white walls and dark tiles.

Inspired by Meet Yourself, a popular Chinese drama set in Dali, Yunnan province, the coffee shop brings the laid-back charm of Yunnan to the Shanghai countryside. From the architecture and interior decor to the snacks and staff uniforms, every detail reflects the region's distinctive character.

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​A quiet corner of the courtyard at Youfeng Xiaoyuan. [Photo/Youfeng Xiaoyuan]

The coffee beans used here are small-grain Yunnan coffee, renowned for their fruity notes. Another signature drink is the hand-smashed lemon tea, made with lemons from a farming cooperative in Weishan, Dali.

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​A latte topped with foam art at the cafe. [Photo/Youfeng Xiaoyuan]

Specialties on the menu go beyond coffee and tea. There is pizza topped with wild mushrooms, as well as rushan, a traditional cheese from Dali.

Visitors can also try on ethnic costumes for photos and browse cultural products from the region, offering a chance to experience the traditions of Yunnan's ethnic cultures without leaving Shanghai.

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​The shop offers Yunnan ethnic costumes for visitors to try on. [Photo/Pudong district government]

If you go: No 520 Qunle village, Caolu town, Pudong New Area

 

Sources: Youfeng Xiaoyuan, Pudong New Area government