UF 5 Things: Animal Adoption & Rescue
Learn about how you can help animals in Shanghai
By Urban Family, Nov 18, 2015 11:10
A Guide to the City's Finest Home Stores
Here are some great alternatives to IKEA in Shanghai.
By Marianna Cerini, Nov 02, 2015 11:50
Fall's Affordable Spa Treatments
Spa treatments that won't break the bank.
By Andrew Chin, Oct 26, 2015 10:29
NEW BLOG: Settling in the City
Follow Shirani's adventures, a mother of two, who has just moved to Shanghai!
By Shirani Alfreds, Oct 19, 2015 12:00
New Restaurant: Egg
Much-hyped hipster cafe Egg transforms to a gourmet Chef's Table experience every Thursday
By Betty Richardson, Aug 18, 2015 13:44
Food For Thought
The association between dietary habits and a child's mental wellbeing are stronger than we thought.
By Dr. Nate Balfanz, Aug 17, 2015 15:20
Barks for the Brain: Why Having a Pet is Healthy
Neuroscientific research findings suggest that owning and caring for a pet can have a significant positive impact on the biochemical makeup of our brains.
By Dr. Nate Balfanz, Aug 04, 2015 17:52
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
Smooth Transition for Students During Their Journey of Learning and Growth
As an experienced school inspector, having worked for a number of school accreditation teams, I have learned that one of the issues I am most likely to end up commenting on in a school inspection report will be issues regarding transition and continuity o
By Urban Family, Jul 28, 2015 11:58
Lizzy’s All-Natural: Super Healthy Smoothies
“These are smoothies, not juices. We blend all the fresh vegetables, fruits, proteins and superfoods in a blender and bottle it, basically like a pre-digested salad that you can drink any time of day.” - Elizabeth Schieffelin on her new smoothie store Liz
By Betty Richardson, Jul 22, 2015 11:15
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
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
Recipe: Tataki Tuna with Avocado Sauce
A few weeks ago, Urban Family hosted a fun cooking class at Raphael's at Shanghai Renaissance Yangtze Hotel. Here is one of the recipes the ten families got to try out under the direction of chef Alejandro Pico Bellas.
By Urban Family, Jul 03, 2015 10:00
Dulwich Students Building an Orphanage in Uganda
A team of students and teachers from Dulwich College Shanghai are working alongside Peace and Golden Magezi in Bukinda, Uganda, in order to build, support and run an orphanage that will give 40 kids some hope of love, family and education for the future.
By Urban Family, Jun 29, 2015 13:22
Weekend Event Roundup
Don't miss out on any of the family fun Shanghai offers! Here are our picks for this weekend's events:
By Urban Family, Jun 26, 2015 12:36
Awesome Kids Club + STCC Summer Camp Trial
Awesome Kid's Club and Shanghai Town & Country Community are welcoming families with children aged 3-12 years old interested in Awesome Summer Camp to a guided tour of the facilities including a mini summer camp trial session to gain an insight into a day
By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2015 10:11
Peppa Pig enters China!
International kid favorite, Peppa Pig, is now hitting China where the show will be broadcasted on CCTV’s children’s channel, CCTV 14.
By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2015 09:53
