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March/April
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Shanghai Centre Talk
Message from Fumin
Dear Residents,
レジデントの皆様
After taking a short 3 year break I
have rejoined the Shanghai Centre
management team and it is great to
be back. I have caught up with many
of you who knew me before and I
am busy getting around to meet all of
you who have recently moved in.
新年おめでとうございます。
初めまして、Fumi （フミ）
と申します。どうぞよろしく
お願いします。
Now that that memorable winter is
well behind us you can start to enjoy
some of the many changes that are
unfolding around the Centre. The
motor court is probably the most
significant transformation and is sure to elevate your arrival experience.
Be sure to drop by the newly renovated Element Fresh, the Nanjing
Road window seats on the second floor are my favorite spot.
The Tea Garden, The Lobby Lounge, Jazz Bar & Business Centre will all
have a fresh new look this spring, be sure to check them out.
Some of the upcoming “must do” Spring events around the Centre
include the upcoming Easter Party on March 22, this will be held in the
Atrium. For ice cream lovers, our popular Haagen-Dazs Coffee Corners
will resume on April 27, enjoy complimentary Haagen-Dazs & coffee
and some great chit chat with your neighbors.
Over the next few months I look forward to meeting each and everyone
of you, should you wish to contact me I can be reached at ext. 6759 or at
[email protected].
私は大学で日本語を専攻し、
卒業からずっと日系会社に勤
めていました。大学でも、経
験してきた会社でも、日本語
を勉強したり、いかしたりす
ることができ、本当にありが
たいことだと思います。
2007年8月から、上海商城のカスタマーサービス部門の
一員になりました。サービス業は私にはまったく新しい業
界で、且つ少しも体験したことのない欧米系会社の企業文
化のゆえに、仕事を始めた頃はすごく不安でした。
幸い、経験深い同僚たちにいろいなことを親切に教えてもら
い、仕事にも環境にも順調に慣れてきて、短い期間で落ち着
きました。今でも、まだまだ不十分ですが、仕事に関するノ
ーハウを身に着け、心をこめてレジデントの方々に効率的に
よりよいサービスを提供するようにがんばります。
サービスに関するご希望、お問合せがございましたら私ま
で連絡して下さい。
最後に、今年の目標として、新しい外観になる上海商城で
レジデントの方々や同僚たちと楽しく一年を送りたいと思
います。
これからも、どうぞよろしくお願いします。
サービスに関するお問合せは内線6666
もしくは [email protected] まで
Kurt Sigouin
Property Services Director
Shanghai Centre Management Office
Suite 710, 1376 Nanjing Rd. West,
Shanghai 200040 China
Tel: 6279 8600 Fax: 6279 8610
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Kurt Sigouin Property Services Director
Tel: 6279 8600 ext 6759
Jenny Jiang Customer Service Manager
Tel: 6279 8600 ext 6627
Akemi Inagaki Japanese Leasing Manager
Tel: 6279 8600 ext 6678
Alex De Ceuster Marketing Director
Tel: 6279 8600 ext 6615
Please direct all enquiries to [email protected]
PRODUCTION
Emily Chu Editor
Tiger Hu Art Director
Cover Story
A
fter Shanghai's long and particularly cold
winter, it's great to once again feel a little
warmth in the air with the arr ival of
spring. Layers of clothing begin to be peeled off,
windows are opened and flowers begin to bloom on
the trees again. After the winter, the idea of getting
out to enjoy the milder temperatures is in many
people's thoughts. Without the up coming Labour
Day May holiday this year, and with people's busy
lives, it's time to dig up ideas for ways to escape
either in body or in mind that don't take up so
much time.
The weekend break has always been a popular
way to get a little rest and recreation without the
hassle of major travel. Over at Great West Travel,
owner Rachel Wang has some ideas for escaping
the madness of Shanghai. Rachel has been giving
advice on holidays in China unofficially since 1991
when the Centre first opened and she was here with
her Project Manager husband, and officially since
1994 when she opened her travel agency in the
Centre. An ever popular location close to Shanghai
that is easily accessible by both car and train is
Hangzhou. A walk around West Lake or a visit
to the tea country, home of the famous Longjing
tea, will soothe many a troubled soul. However,
for something that little bit extra, Rachel suggests
a stay at the Fuchun Resort. Here, whether it's
a round of golf on the award-winning course, or
chilling out with a spa treatment that you are after,
the staff at Great West Travel are able to customdesign a package especially to suit your needs. Even
closer to home is the Taihu golf villa, only an hour's
drive away near Suzhou. For those who want to
experience the picturesque karst mountain scenery
of Guangxi Province, Great West also arranges
packages to HOMA, a resort in Guilin. Only two
hours' flight and you can relax in the 1500 acre
grounds or take one of the classes offered such as
yoga or cooking.
Over at Jade Travel, they also list Hangzhou and
Guilin as great Spring getaways. Other suggestions
include short trips to Moganshan or the canal town
of Zhouzhuang. Jade Travel organises one day trips
to Zhouzhuang in Jiangsu Province, about 30km
from Shanghai. Moganshan is a mountain town in
Zhejiang, around 60 km from Hangzhou, that was
populated by missionaries and a popular retreat from
the heat of the Shanghai summer for the wealthy
in the early 1900's. Here you can wander through
bamboo forests and take coffee at Moganshan Lodge
Spring
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or stay in five-star luxury at gangster Du Yuesheng's
former villa. For those of us who want to get
started early on their tans, Jade Travel has a threenight, two-day package to Sanya on Hainan Island.
However, many of us may not have the time to
get away for a long weekend break, so a picnic
is an ideal way to relax and enjoy spring. For a
continental twist to your feast, Paul Bakery has a
wide range of pre-packaged sandwiches and salads
as well as their decadent cakes, which are packaged
in chic boxes to take away. As Vice-CEO, Laurence
Levillair says, “Paul food is ideal as most of it can
be eaten with your hands.” Sandwiches form an
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Finally, if you are really so pressed that even a picnic
is out of the question, then at least take time out to
stop at Häagen Dazs for a sweet treat. Enjoy classic
strawberry which is a great flavour for spring and
for romance, try an aptly named Spring Ecstasy
– a vivid display of colours in a tall glass or relive
childhood with a Banana Split. Watch the world go
by and relish a moment of decadent bliss.
Centre News
Farmers' Markets on Hold
The Shanghai Centre farmers' markets will
continue to be postponed until the motorcourt
revitalization project is complete. We appreciate
your patience, and plan to bring back all of your
favorite gourmet vendors as soon as the project
is complete!
Ritz-Carlton Salon Discounts
Shanghai Centre residents can enjoy a 10%
discount on hair coloring and facials (MondayThursday), as well as 60-minute massages for the
price of a 45-minute massage (Friday-Sunday).
To be eligible for these offers, please show your
Shanghai Centre ID card when visiting the
Salon.
Sponsor Appreciation
Shanghai Centre would like to thank all of their
Annual Party Sponsors: Trane, Johnson Control,
Nippon,Tong Ji, Fujitec,Yin Nan, and Jian Gong.
We appreciate your generosity!
essential part of a traditional picnic and classics
such as the Savoureux (with French sausage) or
the Sesame-Camembert make great country fare.
Quiches and pizzas are also easily transported and
can be eaten hot or cold. Levillair recommends the
Three Cheese or the Mariage de Saveur quiches.
She also suggests that you don't take any desserts
that will melt or leak. Canele, wonderful French
flans or a fruit tart will give a sweet ending to your
meal. Take them to some of Shanghai's green spaces
and be the envy of all your fellow picnickers.
If you are a stickler for a more formal picnic, over
at City Shop, you can find a decent range of picnic
supplies such as napkins in a range of hues, paper
cups and plates and plastic cutlery. City Shop is also a
good stop if you want to have a more do-it-yourself
picnic with everything from fresh baguettes and cakes
at the in-store bakery to cold cuts and a wide range
of cheeses in the delicatessen area. Olives, crackers
and maybe some dried fruit to eat with the cheese
finish the meal off. You can also pick up wine or
even a bottle of bubbly for an extra special touch.
Need a Good Book?
The new Shanghai Centre Resident Lounge
West (Suite 815 West Tower) is not only available
for group activities, but is also the new home
to the Shanghai Centre book collection. Stop
by the lounge to check out a selection of used
English books. Feel free to borrow any title
that strikes your fancy! If you're looking for
something hot off the press, stop by Chaterhouse
Books on the 2nd floor of the West Retail Plaza
for a comprehensive collection of foreign titles.
Weekend Getaway – Guilin
HOMA Relais & Chateaux Vacation Package
China's first and only Relais & Chateaux hotel,
the boutique HOMA Esprit marks a renaissance
in Asian hospitality. Nestled between a limestone
peak and a pine forest, and featuring a unique
sloping roof covered with grass, the hotel sits in
harmony with its environment. HOMA Esprit
and HOMA Sutra's beautiful spas specialize
in traditional Chinese, Thai, and aromatherapy
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massage. With Asia's largest atelier, HOMA is a
perfect place for guests to develop their creative
impulses. The IART program allows anyone to
be an artist, with materials and training in pottery,
printmaking, painting, sculpture, and Chinese fine
arts. To learn more about this or other vacation
packages, contact Great West Travel today at
6279-8489.
Kidstuff
New Teacher!
The Butterfly class would like to welcome their
new teacher, Ms. Morgan. Ms. Morgan is from
California and arrived in Shanghai last August. She
likes running, and playing tennis, golf and soccer, all
activities that will help her keep up with our active
butterflies. Welcome Ms. Morgan!
Here Comes Peter Cottontail…
The Shanghai Centre Easter Party will be held on
March 22, from 3-5PM in the atrium. Be sure to
join us for ‘egg-citing' kids activities and plenty of
gourmet canapés and wine for the adults.
Presents and Frosting!
Due to coinciding schedules, the next Kids' Club
birthday party will be held in tandem with the
Easter Party. All members with birthdays in January,
February and March will be recognized with cake
and presents at the Shanghai Centre Easter Party on
Saturday, March 22 from 3-5PM.
Event Schedule
Mar
Apr
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27
10:00 - 12:00 am
Cooking Class
Outside Kitchen
Residents only
10:00 - 11:30 am
Coffee Morning
Resident Lounge,
Suite 820
Residents only
8:45 - 12:00 am
Walking Tour
Around MoGanShan
Road
Residents only
10:00 - 11:30 am
Coffee Morning
Resident Lounge,
Suite 820
Residents only
3:00 am - 5:00 pm
Easter Party
Resident Lounge,
Atrium
Residents only
Regular Events Residents Only
Monday 10:00 - 11:00 am
Yoga Class
Health Club, Level 7, Portman Ritz-Carlton
Hotel, Residents Only
Friday 10:00 - 11:00 am
Pilates Class
Health Club, Level 7, Portman Ritz-Carlton
Hotel, Residents Only
Friday 1:30 - 3:30 am
Adults' Art Class
Resident Lounge, Suite 820
Residents & Others
Friday 4:15 - 5:30 pm
Children's Art Class
Resident Lounge, Suite 820
Residents & Others
* For further information on these or any other
events hosted by Shanghai Centre, please contact
the Marketing Department at extension 6621.
2:00 am - 5:00 pm
Coffee Corner
Häagen-Dazs
Residents only
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Retailer Section
Centre Spotlight
Alice Flower
West Retail Plaza 106C
Spring has definitely
sprung at Alice
Flowers,tucked away
on the ground floor
of the West Building
of Shanghai Centre.
Spring blooms
include freesias, which are small and delicate,
and China's national flower, the peony – a
gorgeous explosion of fuchsia petals. Dutch
tulips add a smart dash of colour, while lilies
and roses are perennial best sellers. To fill
your house with fragrance, freesias are ideal,
or for something a bit more quirky, the store
also sells rosemary plants which have a very
strong scent. Not only does rosemary smell
good, but it can also be used in cooking.
It's especially delicious with lamb or in
tomato-based dishes. In order to make your
spring bouquet last longer, the staff at Alice
Flowers recommend burning the bottom of
the stems, putting the stems in hot water, or
using the flower food that they sell in-store.
Pop in and fill your home or office with the
beauty of spring.
Try Tony Roma's
for Lunch!
West Retail Plaza 109
Craving a restaurant that offers great tasting set
lunches at really affordable prices? Then drop
by Tony Roma's now for our mouthwatering
lunch combos that come with a soft drink,
soup and a delicious main course from as low as
RMB38! Available from 11:00 am till 4:00 pm,
Mondays till Fridays, except public holiday.
Cheese and Fizz
West Retail Plaza 111A
Cheese & Fizz specializes in the sales of fine
wines and gour met food impor ted from
Europe. These include farm cheese, chocolates
and delicatessen items. They also carry a large
selection of wine accessories and glassware.
Cheese & Fizz now also offers a new range of
Cheese & Wine catering services for both private
and corporate customers and can accomodate
events for 10 to 1200 guests. Cheese & Fizz …
Share the passion!
Theater
2008 Advertising Pageant
Global Ceremony of Creative Industry
Advertising Carnival for Fashion Tribes
Time: 19:00pm, May 16, 17, 2008
Venue: Shanghai Centre Theatre
Price: RMB180, 280, 380, 500(VIP)
Jazz up your life at the upcoming Jazz concert performed by the 3Quietmen and
Q band from Italy. A music adaption of
Bela's Bartoko's orginal will be performed.
The concert is April 6th at the Shanghai
Ce ntre Theatre. C al l 6 2 7 9 8 6 6 3 for
tickets today!
Originating in France, the Advertising Pageant is a well-known
fest worldwide with over 20 years of history. Composed of the
most excellent world-class advertising ideas, the Pageantis held
in over 100 cities in around 40 countries every year presenting
a fantastic communicating opportunity for advertising, creative
professionals and audiences alike.
Highlights of the 2008 Advertising Pageant include:
. Full Version of Chanel No 5 Love Story
. Animation Advertising Collection
. Promoting Film of the Advertising Pageant
Call the Shanghai Centre Ticket hotline
at 6279 8663 for tickets today!
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Centre Scene
Out and About
in Shanghai Centre
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Event Recap
Toiletry Drive
Thank you to everyone who contributed to our
annual toiletry drive! We collected 2 big boxes
of toothpaste, soap and other items that will go
to the Shanghai Community Center and will
be used in hygiene lessons for school children,
as well as be given in toiletry packs to people in
need.
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1. Shanghai Centre Kids try lantern
making in honor of the Lantern
Festival.
2. A pair of lions perform at the Lantern
Festival.
3. A clever puppet entertains the crowd.
4. Tiffany "awakens" the lion.
5. Rabbits rabbits everwhere!
Lantern Festival
Shanghai Centre kicked off the Year of the Rat
with the annual Lantern Festival Party! Lion
Dancers and Puppets ‘wowed' the crowd, while
residents got a chance to enjoy traditional treats
made especially for the holiday. The marketing
team would like to again thank Genilda Doria
for her amazing decorations, which created a
perfectly festive atmosphere.
Dumpling Making Class
Residents learned how to make their very own
Yuan Xiao at March's Dumpling Making class.
These traditional dumplings, served during the
annual Lantern Festival, were also modified
into rabbit shapes, making them perfect for
the upcoming Easter holiday. A true cuisine
crossover!
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ADMINISTRATION SERVICES
The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai 6279 8888
Fax:6279 8800
Business Centre
6279 8801
BellSouth Admin Office
6279 8900
Fax:6279 8910
BellSouth Customer Service
Ext. 8900
SHANGHAI CENTRE SERVICES
Shanghai Centre Management 6279 8600
Fax:6279 8610
Shanghai Centre Customer Service
Ext. 6666
[email protected]
Fax:6279 7610
Shanghai Centre Security
Ext. 6656
Wake-up call
Ext.0
Apartment Room Service
Ext. 5955
East Residence Lobby
Ext. 6692
West Residence Lobby
Ext. 6730
Preschool
6279 8519
Kids Club
6279 7146
Resident Lounge
Ext. 6752
Theatre ticket office
6279 8663
Maintenance/Building Services
Ext. 6666
FASHION
Dave's Tailoring
6279 8805
Suite 105,West Retail Plaza
Gucci
6279 8028
Suite A03, Street Level,West Retail Plaza
Marc Jacobs
6279 8321
Suite A04, Street Level,West Retail Plaza
Paul & Shark
6279 8418
Suite A01, Street Level, East Retail Plaza
Salvatore Ferragamo
6279 8838
Suite A02, Street Level, East Retail Plaza
Stefano Ricci
6279 8086
Suite 128, Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai
Qinyi Fashion
6279 8628
Suite 458, East Office Tower
PERSONAL SERVICES
Beauty Farm
6279 8399
Suite 808, East Tower
City Shop
6279 8018
Suite 104,West Retail Plaza
FIORI - Nail Plus Salon
6279 8118
Suite 210, East Retail Plaza
Huashi Pharmacy
6279 8090
Suite 206,West Retail Plaza
Jazz Laundry Valet
Suite 111, East Retail Plaza
Major Shoe Repair & Key Service
Suite 355, East Office Tower
Post Office
6279 8044
Suite 355, East Office Tower
LifeLine Shanghai
6279 8990
SinoUnited Health
6279 8920
Suite 601,West Office Tower
The Portman Ritz-Carlton Health Club Ext. 5922
Level 7, Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai The Portman Ritz-Carlton Salon
6279 8630
Level 7, Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai Toni & Guy Hairdressing Salon
6279 8806
Suite 209, East Retail Plaza
Wally's Digital & Photocopy
6279 7880
Suite A06, Street Level, East Retail Plaza
Parkway Health
6445 5999
Suite 203,West Retail Plaza
GOVERNMENT OFFICES
American Chamber of Commerce
6279 7119
Suite 568, East Office Tower
Australian Consulate Visa Section
6279 8098
Suite 406,West Office Tower
British Consulate
6279 7650
Suite 301,West Office Tower
Canadian Consulate
6279 8400
Suite 604,West Office Tower
Canadian Consulate Visa Section
6279 8400
Suite 668, East Office Tower
Irish Consulate
6279 8729
Suite 700A,West Office Tower
Consulado General de
Mexico Trade Section
6279 7691
Suite 438, East Office Tower
New Zealand Consulate Visa Section
6279 7368
Suite 507,West Office Tower
Philippine Consulate
6279 8337
Suite 368, East Office Tower
US Commercial Service
6279 7630
Suite 631, East Office Tower
RESTAURANTS / ENTERTAINMENT
California Pizza Kitchen
6279 8032
Suite 107,West Retail Plaza
Cheese & Fizz
6279 8298
Suite 111A,West Retail Plaza
Element Fresh
6279 8682
Suite 112, East Retail Plaza
Häagen-Dazs
3222 0099
Suite 111,West Retail Plaza
Hanagatami Japanese Restaurant
6279 8888
Level 2, Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai Ext. 5898
Long Bar
6279 8268
Suite 206A, Centre Retail Plaza
Palladio Italian Restaurant
6279 7188
Level 1, Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai The Portman Ritz-Carlton Bar
6279 8888
Level 2, Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai Ext. 5777
Starbucks Coffee
6279 8667
Suite 103,West Retail Plaza
Summer Pavilion
6279 8888
Level 2, Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai Ext. 4770
Tea Garden
6279 7166
Level 1, Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai
Tony Roma's 6279 7129
Suite 109,West Retail Plaza
Paul
6279 7568
Suite 118,West Retail Plaza
GIFTS & ACCESSORIES
Alice Flower
6279 8737
Suite 106C,West Retail Plaza
Emperor Silk
6279 8711
Suite 201,West Retail Plaza
Lady's World
3222 1303
Suite 326, East Office Tower
Lilli's Shanghai 6279 8987
Suite 605,West Office Tower
The Ritz-Carlton Gift Shop
6279 8888
Level 1, Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai Ext. 5891
Zhang's Textiles
6279 8587
Suite 202A,West Retail Plaza
Chaterhouse Booktrader
6279 7633
Suite 202B,West Retail Plaza
L'e Crin
6279 8565
Suite 203A,West Retail Plaza
TRAVEL & BUSINESS SERVICES
Aeroflot Russian Airlines
6279 8033
Suite 114, East Retail Plaza
All Nippon Airways
800 820 1122
Suite 208A, East Retail Plaza
Great West Travel
6279 8489
Suite 563, East Office Tower
HSBC
6279 8582
Suite 106,West Retail Plaza
Jade Travel
6279 8393
Suite 427,West Office Tower
Malaysia Airlines
6279 8579
Suite 560, East Office Tower
Northwest Airlines
6279 8100
Suite 207, East Retail Plaza
Philippine Airlines
6279 8765
Suite 735A, East Office Tower
Turkish Airlines
6279 8392
Suite 211,West Retail Plaza
Vietnam Airlines
6279 7777
Suite 531A, East Office Tower
Club Med
6279 8088
Suite 528,West Office Tower