Cantonese chef elevates Shanghainese cuisine in Shanghai

Chef Edmond Ip is bringing a Cantonese influence to Shanghainese cuisine at his new restaurant, Shanghai Plus, offering a lighter and healthier menu. Ip, a Cantonese chef, emphasizes that his restaurant focuses on Shanghainese food, but with a Cantonese approach. He credits his early positive experiences in cooking for his passion and his understanding of the fundamentals. The restaurant's menu features 77 items, all staying true to Shanghainese techniques while incorporating Cantonese sensibilities, reflecting Ip's culinary background and research.