Animal attractions in Shanghai

Families that crave more interaction with animal life than is available at the city’s wet markets and restaurants have various options in the city.

By Urban Family, Jun 04, 2014 18:06

Two Shanghai women making a difference in Kenya

Not happy sitting on the sidelines, two Shanghai-based authors made a trip to Nakuru, Kenya in an effort to try to make a difference.

By Urban Family, May 21, 2014 11:00

C-Sections still favored by women giving birth in Shanghai

The Chinese government wants more women to undergo natural childbirth, but many mothers-to-be still prefer caesarean sections according to new figures

By Urban Family, May 12, 2014 13:00

Shanghai's best: Mother's Day Dining

Moms deserve a special treat this Mother's Day, we've hunted down the best deals in town

By Urban Family, May 07, 2014 16:18

Shanghai's Bird and Flower Markets

Among the best things about living in Shanghai are the bird and flower markets that scattered around town, carry much more than just birds and flowers.

By Urban Family, Apr 29, 2014 16:30

Shanghai Quiz: Test Your Local Knowledge

Think you know everything there is to know about Shanghai? Try our quiz full of fun facts.

By Urban Family, Apr 28, 2014 07:10

Shanghai's top summer camps

Warm weather and school holidays are nearing the horizon so Urban Family's rounded up the best summer camps in Shanghai to keep your little (or larger!) ones occupied.

By Urban Family, Apr 24, 2014 11:00

Back To Basics: Feeding a Family in Shanghai

For a veteran Shanghai expat like me it is truly remarkable how far the grocery experience has evolved here in Shanghai. When I arrived here in 1996, food delivery meant you sent the ayi to the wet market and she brought the vegetables back to your hou

By Urban Family, Apr 17, 2014 10:40

Settle Down: The where, what and why of renting in Shanghai

Shanghai is a huge metropolis and figuring out where to live, work and play can be a daunting task for new expats. Here's a breakdown of the various areas and ins and outs of each.

By Urban Family, Apr 01, 2014 07:20

30 Absolutely Insane Questions from China's Gaokao

Do you have what it takes to answer these incredibly difficult questions from China's National College Entrance Examination?

By That's Shanghai, Jun 09, 2019 21:06

Explainer: Everything You Need to Know About the Gaokao

China's annual high-stakes, high-pressure college entrance exam, explained.

By Cathy Wu, Jun 06, 2019 17:01

Step Inside: The North Bund Magic Jungle

Embrace your inner Tarzan (or Jane!)

By Natalie Foxwell, May 15, 2019 16:12

Our Favorite Things:The Wafelbakker-Alfreds Family

5 minutes with a Shanghai-based family!

By Natalie Foxwell, Apr 17, 2019 09:36

Urban Family April/May 2019 Issue Out Now!

We Love Shanghai Issue

By Ned Kelly, Apr 10, 2019 15:40

Our Favorite Things: The Brown Family

5 minutes with a Shanghai-based family!

By Natalie Foxwell, Feb 19, 2019 10:57

Dragon Mama: Becoming

Taking the opportunities and become what you want to be!

By Shirani Alfreds, Feb 15, 2019 10:03

Sign Up Now to Volunteer with Stepping Stones in 2019

Volunteer your time with this worthwhile cause!

By Urban Family, Jan 23, 2019 09:58

Our Favorite Things: The Rosenberg Family

5 minutes with a Shanghai-based family!

By Natalie Foxwell, Jan 17, 2019 09:42

Instagram of the Week: @cocoanext

Our favorite pic of the week!

By Urban Family, Jan 04, 2019 11:08

Instagram of the Week: A Look Back

Our favorite pics of the year!

By Urban Family, Dec 28, 2018 15:21

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