Shanghai Food tours

I was worried about the seating, but the standard seats had a great view! I couldn't understand the language, but I enjoyed the dancing and performances. The food was all delicious and hot. Even in the standard seats, I got something like a strawberry candy, but it was tomato and muscat. The costumes had fewer variations than I expected, and even though I researched and decided on an image beforehand, I couldn't find a costume with the same vibe, which was frustrating. It came with makeup and hair, but I had read in reviews that the makeup was light, so I went with heavy makeup, and they added rhinestones to my face. The staff are in a big hurry, so I think it's smoother if you do your makeup beforehand. They quickly add decorations to the hair that match the costume, so they don't ask for your opinion. You have to muster up the courage to say something yourself, but basically, they don't understand the language, and they don't speak English, so a translation app is essential. The finished look was a little different from what I had imagined, but there are photo spots, and you can take lots of pictures while eating, so I was satisfied. I recommend taking pictures indoors in a relaxed setting. I also saw people having Hanfu experiences outdoors in places like Yu Garden, but they looked very cold.

Love this dining experience at Gong Yan! You get to watch the performance while enjoy a 6 course Chinese Omakase!

The Shanghai Shenggong Banquet offers a truly unique and memorable immersive experience that brings the grandeur of the Qin Dynasty to life. From the moment you enter, you are transported back in time through detailed set design, period costumes, and carefully curated rituals that reflect ancient Chinese court culture. The performances are a highlight of the experience, recreating historical ceremonies, music, and storytelling that deepen the sense of immersion. The banquet-style dining is visually impressive and thoughtfully presented, with dishes inspired by traditional Chinese cuisine. Overall, the Shanghai Shenggong Banquet is a captivating journey into the Qin era and a standout immersive cultural experience that is well worth attending.

The location and environment were very good. However, the ticket exchange area was small and very crowded. The food was generally okay, but the performance level was below expectations. I was expecting 1930s Shanghai ㅠㅠ

Thanks to TJ, our guide, we had a wonderful time on our trip to Shanghai. He was fluent in both Korean and English, which made communication easy, and he gave us detailed explanations about Shanghai's food and culture. Above all, despite the rainy and cold weather, he was kind enough to guide us and sincerely helped us to taste as many different foods as possible. We were really grateful. I think I would have regretted not applying for the food tour. Thanks to him, I think I can go back with good memories of Shanghai. I confidently recommend this tour to anyone who is considering it!

great dinner and a unique show with costumes to add to the immersive experience, also enjoyed all the dishes that were served! great way to feature other places in China and spark the interest of diners to explore them

The experience involves visiting a local's home and learning to cook dishes they've been familiar with since childhood. It's full of things you could never do on a typical trip, and it was a valuable experience. The recipes are easy to recreate at home, but the taste is authentic and very good. The host, Rachel, is fluent in English, so there's no need to worry about Chinese. She's friendly, and you'd probably be fine even if you don't speak English. It was my first trip to Shanghai, and through conversations about things other than cooking, I gained a deeper understanding of Shanghai. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a local experience! Also, there's a cute dog.

very nice experience - first a few kind of teas are introduced and prepared. than you can try them. And I really liked that I could choose my own snack. Afterwards you can sit on the roof top terrace and drink the rest of your teas with a great view of the Yuyuan Garden. The address is not so easy to finde because it is inside of the shopping district - I used Amap to find it and asked a few people.

As an influencer, I really loved the tour and how our lovely guide “Caroline” showed us the best places with detailed information needed. my content is now ready to be shared om socials. Thank you for making my trip and unforgettable one.