Privy 5 Shanghai Clare Cheng

CEO of 4in Group, Writer, TV Host

Born and raised in Taiwan, Clare has lived and worked in New York City, Taiwan & China. In the last 7 years, she has lived in Shanghai, where she considers her third home other than New York City and Taipei. With a passion for living, Clare leads an interesting life. She is known as the queen of parties in Shanghai, is a writer of three best seller travel books, a flamenco dancer, a yoga enthusiast, and a TV host. She has traveled to more than 230 cities, over 30 countries around the world, and is also a regular columnist of luxury lifestyle in China as a food critic and a contributor to "The Economist: Business China." Clare is also the Shanghai correspondent for L'Officiel India where she shares her trend spotting experience in Shanghai. She's also the host of luxury marketing in China on www.itv-asia.com, interviewing the industry's opinion leaders. Professionally, Clare holds MA in marketing from Boston University. She is now CEO of 4in Group- brand consulting, which specializes in luxury lifestyle, art & culture and entertainment sectors. Clare has been acclaimed by major media in Taiwan, China & overseas as one of the leading creative brand marketing specialists in Asia.

Privy 5 Shanghai Clare Cheng
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  • Categories: Restaurants

    Neighborhood: Pudong

    Cuisine: Italian

    Shop L4-17, Shanghai ifc mall 8 Century Avenue, near Dong tai lu Shanghai 200120
    +86 21 5012 1277
    This stylish Italian restaurant in the Shanghai IFC Mall overlooks the Huangpu river. It also happens to be the mall's largest restaurant and features one of the best uninterrupted views of the river in the modern decor of the restaurant. An open kitchen makes it a feast for the senses and a delightful meal with a menu that includes authentic regional Italian cuisine.
  • Categories: Restaurants

    Neighborhood: Pudong

    Cuisine: Italian

    2967 Bin Jiang Da Dao Shanghai
    +86 21 5054 1265
    Great wood fired pizzas and even tastier pastas, with outdoor seating available on fine evenings that make a trip here more than worthwhile. If you’re dining indoors though, you still may get a great view comparable to dining al fresco. With a number of restaurants spanning the continents, you’d expect the food at the Kitchen Salvatore Cuomo to be top-notch. Fortunately, the food at this particula ... read more >
  • Categories: Restaurants

    Neighborhood: Xintiandi

    Cuisine: Asian Fusion/Pan-Asian

    Lane 181 Tai Cang Road 8 Xintiandi North Part Shanghai Luwan District 200021
    +86 21 6355 8999
    T8 is situated in one of the historic Shikumen houses in the Xintiandi French concession area of Shanghai. Modern European cuisine with an Asian twist is what T8 is celebrated for as they offer an ever evolving menu and dishes that feature proteins and vegetables that are in season. Also, as a contemporary restaurant, T8 is offering dinner in a new three or four course degustation menu at RMB 478/ ... read more >
  • Categories: Restaurants

    Neighborhood: Bund

    Cuisine: French, French (New)

    6/F, Bund 18, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu near Nanjing Dong Lu Shanghai
    +86 21 6323 9898
    A newcomer to the French restaurant scene in Shanghai, one would think Mr and Mrs Bund would have a lot of catching up to do. After rave reviews during its honeymoon period, this French eatery from renowned chef Paul Pairet is making its mark and laying claim to the title of Shanghai's best French restaurant. Unlike other high-end French eateries, Mr and Mrs Bund boasts a relaxed atmosphere and ye ... read more >
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    Neighborhood: Huaihai Zhong Lu

    Cuisine: Latin American, Tapas

    20 Donghu Lu near Huaihai Lu, Metro Line 1 Shaanxi Nan Lu Station Shanghai
    +86 21 5404 5757
    el Willy is hugely popular restaurant named after its eccentric owner/chef Guillermo "Willy" Trujllas Moreno, serving Spanish cuisine with a noticeable contemporary twist. The décor and atmosphere straddles fine and casual dining and, although the restaurant resides in what looks like an old-time colonial mansion, el Willy is still a homely and comfortable dining experience . Don’t expect entirel ... read more >
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