Hope & Sesame Wins the No. 1 Bar on Asia's 50 Best Bars List 2026
A mainland China bar has scored the coveted #1 spot on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026
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My name is Sophie Steiner, and welcome to my food-focused travel blog. This is a place to discover where and what to eat, drink, and do in Shanghai, Asia, and beyond. As an American based in Shanghai since 2015 and as a food, beverage, travel, and lifestyle writer, I bring you the latest news on all things food and travel.