Welcome To Shanghai

Shanghai  Skyline with Oriental Pearl Tower in the center.
Welcome to Shanghai!!

This blog is designed to provide every imaginable bit of information on the sensational city of  Shanghai.

My name is Sabrina and as an immigrant from Shanghai (now living in Sydney Australia), I want to share my knowledge,  thoughts and experiences with you about Shanghai and China in general.

I came to Australia in 2003 and  have been absolutely enjoying living in such a beautiful and free country.  Except for Sydney, I"ve been to a few major cities and coastal cities/towns including the Great Barrier Reef region, I'm constantly amazed by the natural beauty of Auzz land.

I do feel nostalgic now and then. I miss Shanghai's food (especially Da zha xie which are big river crabs), Shanghai's late night shopping EVERY day, Shanghai's restaurants (inexpensive), Shanghai city's lights (especially at night), Shanghai's skyscrapers (International architecture display) and even Shanghai's crowds.

As a English teacher in  an  international institution,  I did have a wonderful job and great opportunities in Shanghai. However, driven by curiosity and adventurousness, I decided to try my luck in a totally new country.

I started from scratch with $400 in my bank account after paying 2 weeks rent and 4 weeks bond.  I didn't know any one and all by myself.

Now I own my business ( after 20 months ), and I want to share my stories and experiences with you.