Recipes

Sheraton Jiaozhou Hotel 胶州绿城喜来登酒店 Celebrate Christmas Eve at Sheraton Jiaozhou with a wide array of festive dishes, from traditional Roast Turkey, Christmas Pudding and delicious desserts. To complete a cheerful evening, the in-house band Jeriko Trio will entertain you and your loved ones. Santa Claus and his Santarina choir will be on site for photo […]

Enjoy a memorable Thanksgiving Dinner at Sheratons´ Feast restaurant including the roast turkey carving station with home-made cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, honey walnut pie, plus other buffet trimmings. 198元 net includes a glass of hot wine and free flowing beer or soft drinks. For those who wish to dine at home, Feast can provide you […]

Di San Xian – Earth’s Three Treasures Earth’s Three Treasures consist of eggplant, potato and hot bell pepper, which by themselves are pretty plain, but deep-fried beyond healthy hope and enlivened by a smothering of Hong Shao-stylesauce swiftly take on a more epicurean appeal. Here’s how to make it! Skin eggplant, peel potatoes, wash peppers. […]

Slowly but surely the days are getting longer and new seasonal fruits and vegetables are available in the supermarket. Make the most of the abundance of colourful dragonfruit and try this recipe for amazing coconut rice pudding with fruit kebab sticks. Adapted from http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/coconutricepuddingwi_9891 Serves 4. Ingredients: For the rice pudding: 1litre coconut milk 1litre […]

A chic fusion of restaurant, cafe, gellateria, and nightime hotspot, Cassani is perfect for impressing a date or a relaxed afternoon apertif. Some of the best Italian food in town includes their tomato teppanade-topped bruschetta and panini sandwhiches. Address : 90 (Yi) Minjiang Lu Phone : 8581-8263

Great eats at La Villa include pizzas, lasagne, salads, and steaks; plus there’s a sublime range of French classics on offer too. Address : 5 (Jia) Xianggang Zhong Lu (Hong Kong Middle Rd.) Time : Last Orders at 24:00 Phone : 532 8388-6833

Rats Keller is in the basement of one of Qingdao’s most well-known historical heritage, the Guest House. Their themed rooms are perfect for date nights and corporate events. This hidden gem serves some of the best hearty European dishes, we recommend their potato soup and pig’s trotters. Address : 26 Longshan Lu (The Guest House) […]

The superb chefs at Korona focus squarely on grilled meats; conquering everything from excellent ribs and seabass to lambchops and lobster, as well as hot dogs, hamburgers, fish n’ chips, and more. Choice cuts of steak offered are tenderloin, T-bone, filet mignon… and the list goes on. Their desserts are delightful, and a bottle of very adequate house […]

An addition to Coffee Street is this authentic Italian restaurant. Highly recommend their pizzas made by an experienced Italian chef. You know they are good when there is a huge gas-powered clay oven in the resto. Friendly manager Veronica told us that all their ingredients are freshly imported and stored in their own ice house. […]

Located at Zonglian Plaza in the Shinan District, this is Qingdao’s only Spanish-style restaurant, and is not a bad choice for those in search of a taste of tapas, pasta, or a typical pan of paella. Address : 122 Nanjing Lu, Zonglian Plaza Phone : 6865-8517

The Qingdao branch of the U.S. based Asian-fusion Restaurant. Todai has other locations in Japan, Singapore, Beijing and Hong Kong, and offers an ‘all you care to eat’ menu with many hot and cold international food selections. Home » Dining » Asian Dining » Todai Restaurant 都太美食城 The Qingdao branch of the U.S. based Asian-fusion Restaurant. Todai has other locations in […]

Few diners around town question the quality of this fantastic Italian family-style restaurant. Since its founding in the tiny space in Hong Kong Gardens two years ago (that space now houses Italiano DOC by the way), Trattoria Verde has delivered supremely satisfying, simple comfort food done very well, and is one of Qingdao’s favourite stops […]

A wonderful, genuine and authentic Italian, with a wine bar boasting a superb selection of imported wines, exquisite antipasto and entrées. Address : 43 Xianggang Xi Lu (oppo. Haitian Hotel) (Hong Kong West Rd.) Phone : (+86 532) 8386-2200

The Copthorne Hotel’s Central Grill offers all day dining from its a la carte selections. A full American breakfast, along with Chinese & Japanese items, is offered in the morning and during the evening the menu changes to an international contemporary style. Address : 1F, Copthorne Hotel Qingdao, 28 Xianggang Zhong Lu Phone : + […]

Da Vinci Restaurant and Lounge serves authentic Italian cuisine and great wines from its location at the Shangri-La Hotel. The Lounge is also a great place to stop in for a casual drink. Address : 3F, Valley Wing, Shangri-La Hotel, 9 Xianggang Zhong lu Time : 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm Phone : + 86 532 […]

Qingdao’s definitive western restaurant. Awesome burgers, delicious subs, hearty pastas, and a range of breakfasts fit for champions make this restaurant the choice of many diners and, for those who can’t find what they want from the western cuisine, there’s a lovely selection of rice dishes and Asian alternatives that fill an ever-expanding menu. Plus […]

A delectable and wholesome southern Italian restaurant that excels in its variety – with the huge amount of sauces and pastas on offer, you won’t have to eat the same meal twice! The laid back enviroment and decor, coupled with an English-speaking and very competent staff make Fresca’s a wholly relaxing experience. Address : 20 […]

No expense is spared on the quality of ingredients in the Crowne Plaza’s own Italian restaurant, which has been operating since 2000. Chef Giancarlo serves up classic dishes from across his homeland in a stylish and classic, cellar-like setting. Maybe, that’s what makes the wine so good! Address : 2F, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 76 Xianggang […]

The Diner 22 is without any doubt the place to go for a glimpse of American food. Delicious burgers, tasty subs and hearty pastas can be savored in a really trendy and casual atmosphere. Designed by the same man who did the interiors for Shanghai chain Wagas, the interior of The Diner 22 is stylish and […]

Though the restaurant refers to itself as a ‘pizzeria’, its menu options move far beyond the limitations usually associated with such establishments. Besides the delicious pizza offered, the extensive western options available include steak and lamb kebabs, burritos, grilled mackeral, and a large selection of Spanish food. Address : 69-1 Aomen Lu Phone : +86 532 8577-7723 […]

When you want a steak, Wildfire (inside InterContinental Qingdao) is the place to be. Over 30 cuts to choose from including lamb, beef, lobster and much more. Wildfire also has an extensive list of imported wines. Address : 1F Intercontinental Hotel, 98 Aomen Lu Time : Open Tues-Sat. at 18:00 Phone : (+86 532) 6656-6666 […]