What To See, Eat, And Shop In Shanghai This Fall

What to see

“Transforming Energy”

Marina Abramović, the 77-year-old renowned performance artist, has launched her first exhibition in China at The Modern Art Museum in Shanghai. Running from Thursday to Feb. 28, the exhibition presents more than 1,000 images of Abramović and German artist Ulay’s walk of the Great Wall, along with a series of captivating new artworks, including crystal-based objects sourced internationally and new interactive pieces from the “Transitory Objects” series. In effort to bring the Great Wall piece to life, Abramović brought along traditional Chinese medicinal herbs to the show, which can be experienced in an interactive piece called “Reprogramming Levitation.” With healing rituals on the rise, Abramović’s immersive crystal healing installation, which spans three floors of the museum, is meant to not only drive ticket sales but also mental health awareness.

Eighth Shanghai Jing’an International Sculpture Project

The biennial Shanghai Jing’an International Sculpture Project has returned to the green expanse of Jing’an Sculpture Park, this time curated by UCCA Lab, the interdisciplinary platform launched by the eminent Beijing contemporary art museum. Running from Sept. 26 to Dec. 31 and themed “Echoes Among Us,” the biennale comprises 35 works by 31 artists, incorporating soundscapes aimed at creating a dialogue between human beings and the park, local and global cultures.

No.500 West Beijing Road
Open daily, 24 hours

Where to eat:

Huma

Taking its title “Huma” from the ancient dialect that means sesame, the fragrant and assertive ingredient that will offer a boost to any Chinese dish, Huma takes Yunnan cuisine to new heights with hearty dishes and an approachable price point. Known for its love of distinctively spicy, sweet and sour flavors, supported by its generous use of exotic herbs, Yunnan cuisine has overtaken the likes of Sichuanese hotpot to become Chinese urbanites’ favorite Southwestern cuisine. At Huma, Southern Yunnan cuisine’s fresh and clean flavors draw in health-conscious diners. Popular dishes include beef face fried rice and honey-braised pork belly.

No. 1515 West Nanjing Road, Kerry Center, East, Building 1, E1-08
Tel. 19921788587

Scilla

Located in a historic villa house in the tranquil Changning district, Scilla is the latest project from the Yumni Group, which is behind notable culinary establishments such as The Hall (Louis Vuitton’s first restaurant in China) and Da Vittorio Shanghai, a Michelin-starred restaurant. Helmed by executive chef Stefano Bacchelli, who is also in charge of Da Vittorio Shanghai, Scilla serves delectable Mediterranean cuisine that incorporates high-quality local produce, such as Zuokou Fish from the Fujian province and Porcini Mushrooms from Yunnan. The restaurant’s colorful dishes are complemented by Studio Riviera tableware, with one-off plate designs that warm the heart. To complement the cuisine, Scilla’s in-house sommelier can help select top wines from the coastal region and beyond. Spanning three stories, the restaurant offers a cozy and intimate dining atmosphere that includes five private rooms, a cocktail bar and alfresco seating.

504 Panyu Road
Tel. 021-60730258

Where to shop

Maison Dongliang

Launching Oct. 15, Dongliang is finally entering the Shanghai market after finding success in Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Aranya. Founded in Beijing in 2009 as a boutique focused on Chinese designers, the shop has flourished into a nationwide chain store that helped bring covetable global brands, such as Lemaire, Our Legacy and The Row, to the Chinese market. The new store is also a homecoming for Dongliang’s cofounder Charles Wang, who cofounded with Labelhood’s Tasha Liu and Nan Lang before parting ways after the establishment of Labelhood. Located within a quaint neighborhood in Changning District, the store occupies a historic villa house and spans 700 square meters.

No.174 Villa, Wuyi Road
Monday-Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.