The Wizard of Us

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Harry returns in the fifth installment of this cinematic series, hitting Chinese screens on August 11. An IMAX three-dimensional version is set to wow Shanghai fans. The fifth in the series, more thrilling than the ones before, details the teenage wizard's attempt to deal with internal conflict at Hogwarts and his battle for recognition as a grown man. Potter also experiences his first on-screen kiss, bound to stir up jealousy in the hearts of die-hard fans.

Urban Planning

Transformation of Xujiahui Begins

The Xujiahui Pacific Department Store will begin its restructuring plan soon. The eight-floor structure will grow an additional two stories and will feature the largest outdoor LED screen in Asia. Not to be outdone, Grand Gateway, Oriental Department Store, Hui Jin Department Store, Huilian Trade Mansion, Sixth Department Store and Hualian GMS supermarket will all take on major renovations to give themselves a new look. The buildings’ exteriors will receive facelifts as well.

Time for the Past

Jurassic Park on Display

From July 10 to August 31, the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum will host the Zigong Dinosaur Fossil Exhibition. Most of the exhibits are national treasures being exhibited publicly for the first time. Displays include skin and skull fossils, eight dinosaur skeletons and 18 specimens of small and medium-sized dinosaurs. The Zigong Dinosaur Museum is one of the three most famous ancient dinosaur sites. Entrance is free so don't miss this opportunity to take a stroll into Jurassic times.

Chef's Proud Moment

Happy Birthday Laris

The fine-dining restaurant of acclaimed Australian Chef Laris turned three recently. To celebrate, the chef has introduced a series of dishes, which promise to be new favorites, along with the cauliflower soup with caviar and the foie gras trio, which have landed the locale several best fine-dining awards during its first three years. Certainly still one of the best destinations for fine cuisine in the city, we hope to see even more from this beloved Shanghai classic. Congratulations!

The Scissors Sister

New Hair Salon Opens

After the success of the Hilton location, Hong Kong’s Beijing Hair Culture has opened its second Shanghai store in Xintiandi on Corporate Avenue. More than just a place to get a trim, this salon offers a variety of other beauty treatments. Enjoy a manicure while redesigning your coif. Service is available in English, Japanese, Cantonese and Mandarin.