Soaked rice in vegetable soup
For Shanghai locals, soaked rice in water or soup is a nostalgic sensation reminding diners of when times were hard.
Stir-fried field snails
The dish is usually served as a culinary delight typical to the Yangtze River Delta region during the summer solstice, as summer is a great time to enjoy the field snails commonly found in the area.
Glutinous rice sesame ball
These sesame balls are quite common street fare in Shanghai and date back as far as the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912).
Shanghai Cold Noodles
This dish has a strong Shanghai flavor and calls for exquisite preparation.
Shanghai cuisine
Shanghai cuisine, also known as Hu cai, is a popular style of Chinese cuisine.
