Urban Family Shanghai

Mom Blogger: Getting Trendy in Shanghai

Keeping up with fashion trends in China

By Urban Family, Oct 14, 2015 16:20

Roundtable Discussion: School Lunches

School Lunches at the International Schools

By Urban Family, Aug 28, 2015 10:40

Our Favorite Things - Bruno Bruesch executive chef at Grand Kempinski Shanghai

We asked Bruno Bruesch, new executive chef at the Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai, about his favorite places and things to do around town.

By Urban Family, Aug 10, 2015 10:50

Summer Recipe: 5-Step Nutty Avocado & Egg Salad

The summer heat calls for light, nutritious and refreshing food; try this summer recipe from Fields China!

By Magdalena Skalkowska, Aug 03, 2015 10:36

Urban Farming: Green Hope in Shanghai

How do you feel when seeing food scandals in China popping up as regular front-page stories? Scared? Angry? Hopeless?

By Ben Xie, Jul 30, 2015 15:24

YCIS Director Receives Third Honorary Degree and Global Recognition

Dr. Betty Chan Po-king, Director and School Supervisor of Yew Chung International School (YCIS), one of the leading international school networks in China and Hong Kong, has been awarded honorary degrees on three continents – North America, Asia, and now

By Urban Family, Jul 20, 2015 15:23

Aerial Yoga, Combat and more at Shanghai's revamped Chi-Qi Wellness Studio

There's something for everyone at this colorful Jing’an wellbeing space

By Urban Family, Jul 14, 2015 18:09

Feeling Gloomy? 3 Quick Facials for Tired Moms

All parents are sometimes in need of a quick pick-me-up. We tried out these three treatments, and must say we feel pretty refreshed.

By Urban Family, Jul 14, 2015 18:03

Tips from a Teacher - Summer Studies for Young Kids

Here are some “Tips from a Teacher” about how to get that extra review and practice at home this summer.

By Urban Family, Jul 14, 2015 17:57

AKSIL Teams Enjoy Huge Success in Shanghai’s SIYSL 2014/15 Soccer League

Teams from AKSIL (Active Kidz Shanghai International League) were hugely successful in the Shanghai International Youth Soccer League (SIYSL) 2014/15, picking up the championship prizes in the Division 1 competition for years U10, U12 and U14. AKSIL team

By Urban Family, Jul 01, 2015 10:27

Performing in Visual Arts – Year 12 Student Spotlight

The IB Visual Arts course provides a great opportunity for students to explore ideas in a broad range of art media. Often perceived as a subject primarily focused on painting and drawing... Sculpture, Video Installation, Printmaking, Animation and Photogr

By Urban Family, Jun 24, 2015 11:00

Behind the Scenes of an Animal Adoption Event with YCIS Student Reiren

Reiren, a Year 12 student at Yew Chung International School of Shanghai (YCIS) has recently been using her language skills to help animals and families in Shanghai. Since last October, she has been volunteering at a local Japanese animal organization call

By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2015 10:43