Died in the sweetness of afternoon tea, a guide to Shanghai shops

Visited several scenic spots in Shanghai, the charm of this city oozes with a petty bourgeoisie sentiment everywhere. A stroll from Hengshan Road to Xiangyang Road alone presents a route filled with western-style villas, classical churches, avant-garde fashion, and trendy handbags, offering a transition from comfort to fashion, allowing one's petty bourgeois sentiments to be freely expressed here.

In Guangdong, there is the tradition of morning tea, where teahouses open their early markets at 4 a.m. Generally, in most hotels, self-service breakfasts include the category of morning tea. This still counts as a petty bourgeoisie experience. However, authentic morning tea can be likened to family gatherings, with the majority of consumers being neighborhood retirees. This distinguishes it from Shanghai's afternoon tea, which is specifically prepared for the petty bourgeoisie.

Of course, calling it a feast implies that it isn't enjoyed daily, especially for us "shrinking petty bourgeoisie." My memory of Shanghai's afternoon tea still lingers from a summer day when I was invited by close friends to enjoy such treatment.

We went to the Rose Princess Café at the Malong Villa on Hengshan Road. The name itself remains difficult for me to pronounce fluently. Situated on Shaanxi South Road, my friend has always loved the environment here; the words "villa," "rose," and "princess" embody petty bourgeois elements that overflow beyond the teacup. For 168 yuan per two people, you can spend an entire afternoon here. There’s no need to worry about parking as the café will cover the cost. Unfortunately, we didn’t stay all afternoon as my friend kept insisting on going elsewhere. The night in Shanghai had its own charm, but after walking until our legs cramped, anyone would find it unbearable.

Since we've mentioned afternoon tea, based on a little girl's account, I have compiled a guide to Shanghai's afternoon tea for the petty bourgeoisie to refer to!

Park Hyatt Shanghai

Address: Floor 87, Century Avenue 100.

Attention: No reservations accepted, opens at 2 p.m., by evening, you can see Shanghai's iconic tourist attraction—the Oriental Pearl Tower.

Signature Dessert: British afternoon tea 210 + 15% including one pot of tea or one cup of coffee, single order of one pot of tea 65 + 15%.

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Bund Whampoa Club

Address: No. 2 Zhongshan East Road.

Attention: Parking entrance is on Yan'an East Road, free parking for 3 hours during afternoon tea time, then 20 yuan/hour thereafter, quite expensive. However, reservations are accepted, allowing flexible time arrangements. Five-star environment.

Signature Dessert: Red Velvet Afternoon Tea, original price 288 yuan + 15% per person (includes dim sum buffet), Visa Platinum Card discount: 228 yuan + 15% double-person package (includes two pots of tea).

Chatillon Garden

Address: No. 268 Fuxing West Road, at the intersection of Huashan Road, no reservation service available, waiting required. Parking is available on Huashan Road. 10 yuan per session.

Mythos

Address: Building 6, Old Dock, No. 505 Zhongshan South Road.

Store Features: Blue and white Greek style, reminiscent of Tunisian tourist attractions.

Unique Dessert: Afternoon tea 128 yuan per person (includes two cups of coffee or tea, no refills), signature Greek coffee 36 yuan per cup, parking 20 yuan per session.

In one afternoon, many things can be done; one can lazily take a nap, or work hard for life. Occasionally, if you happen to be in Shanghai, just consider following this sweet path, don't forget to leisurely sip a cup of tea for your petty bourgeois sentiment!

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