HOPE & SESAME SHENZHEN

Finally checked in at the famous temple, the bartending is really good

Attention all you alcoholics who've been struggling in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen! ‼ ️ Shenzhen finally has a rooftop bar that rivals those in Shanghai and Hong Kong! 🎉 🏙️ The only one in Shenzhen: ▫️Rooftop ✔️ ▫️High floor ✔️ ▫️Unobstructed panoramic views ✔️ ▫️270° views of Qianhai Bay ✔️ 💫 Highlights: ✨360° panoramic views of the Shenzhen skyline! ✨Show off the Fantasy Ferris Wheel and light show 🎡 ✨Creative cocktails in collaboration with Miaoqian Ice House! ✨The live band after 8:30 PM is a real treat 🎵 🍸Must-try: Their cocktails are actually perfume-inspired! I tried all four and they were all amazing~ (Secret tip: the complimentary snacks were so good I kept refilling them 😋) 📍Location: St. Regis Astor Terrace Bar 🏨51st Floor, The St. Regis Qianhai OCT Hotel, Shenzhen ⚠️Tips: 1. Make sure to book in advance for a good seat 📞 2. The "St. Regis" sign is incredibly bright, so it's best to find the perfect angle for your selfie. 3. Avoid weekends for a less crowded experience. The scenery I encountered during this typhoon was absolutely stunning 🌧️ I'll definitely be back when the weather clears up‼ ️ #ShenzhenBar #ShenzhenNightView #ShenzhenDate #QianhaiCheckIn #NicheBar

A 1-Day, 1-Night Urban Exploration Guide for Tianhe District Itinerary Overview Duration: 1 day, 1 night (Saturday afternoon to Sunday afternoon) Theme: A perfect blend of modern urban living and Lingnan culture Suitable for: Young travelers, shoppers, and foodies Day 1: Arrival and City Exploration Arrival in Tianhe District at 2:00 PM Suggested accommodations in Zhujiang New Town or near Tiyu West Road Recommended accommodations: Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou (Luxury, approximately 1,500 RMB/night) or W Hotel Guangzhou (Design, approximately 1,200 RMB/night) Budget options: Chain hotels near Tianhe Mall (approximately 400-600 RMB/night) 3:00 PM Explore Tianhe CBD Visit the "Slender Waist" of Canton Tower (Exterior admission free, climbing starts at 150 RMB) Stroll through Flower City Square and admire the Zhujiang New Town skyline Visit the Guangdong Provincial Museum (free, reservations required) 5:00 PM Shopping at Grandview Plaza One of the largest shopping malls in South China Recommended: LINE Friends flagship store, Xixifu Bookstore Try the limited-edition Guangzhou drink at the Heytea LAB branch (approximately 30 RMB) Evening to Night: Cityscape and Cuisine 6:30 PM Pearl River Night Cruise Take a cruise departing from Tianzi Wharf (fares approximately 78-128 RMB) Enjoy the dazzling nightscape of both sides of the Pearl River Best photo spot: Canton Tower and Liede Bridge 8:00 PM Liede Village Food Exploration This trendy, renovated urban village hides authentic cuisine Recommended Restaurants: Bingsheng Pinwei (150 RMB per person) or Taotaoju (100 RMB per person) Must-Or Dishes: Barbecued Pork, Shrimp Dumplings, and Rice Noodle Rolls 10:00 PM Tiande Square Nightlife Experience Guangzhou's trendy nightlife Recommended Bars: Miaoqian Bingshi (Asia's 50 Best Bars) or Encore Bar Day 2: Culture and Leisure 8:30 AM Morning Tea Time Experience authentic Cantonese dim sum at Dian Du De or Guangzhou Restaurant. Recommended dim sum: shrimp dumplings, chicken feet, lava buns, and red rice sausage. Per capita cost: 60-80 RMB. 10:00 South China Botanical Garden China's largest subtropical botanical garden (admission: 20 RMB). Highlights: Greenhouses (additional 50 RMB). Photogenic Palm Garden and Orchid House. 12:30 Tianhe Lunch Options. Recommended: "Big Pigeon Rice" (a squab specialty restaurant, 80 RMB per person) or "Hui Shi Jia" (a jelly pot specialty restaurant, 100 RMB per person). Afternoon: Farewell to Tianhe. 2:30 PM Shopping at Taikoo Hui One of Guangzhou's most upscale shopping malls. Recommended visits: Fangsuo Bookstore, Apple Store. Enjoy afternoon tea at "Lady M" (80 RMB per person). 4:00 PM Return Trip Depart from Guangzhou East Station or Tianhe Bus Station It is recommended to arrive at the station one hour in advance. Travel Tips Transportation: Metro Lines 3 and 5 run through Tianhe District. We recommend purchasing a "Yangchengtong" transportation card. Payment: WeChat and Alipay are accepted at almost all locations. Weather: Guangzhou's summers are hot and rainy, so it is recommended to bring an umbrella and sunscreen. Budget: Approximately 1,000-1,500 yuan per person (including accommodation). Language: Mandarin is widely spoken, and learning a few Cantonese greetings is especially helpful. Enjoy your trip to Tianhe District, filled with urban charm! Don't forget to try the diverse Cantonese cuisine! #GuangzhouTianheDistrict #TianheDistrictAccommodation #GuangzhouTianheDistrictFood #TianheDistrict

🍸Thanks to my friend for leading the way and treating me, I finally experienced the temple ice house that I didn't experience in Guangzhou. I had a good impression of the Best 50 in Asia elsewhere before, so I'll check in at this one in Shenzhen. 🍸The storefront is not big, and you need to go through a small door from the outside to get to the inside of the bar. There are two areas inside, one is the reservation area for custom cocktails with an average price of 180+ yuan. There is no reservation, so you can only sit in the front hall and choose the traditional wine list. There seem to be 6 seats at the bar. We arrived early and sat at the bar to watch the cocktails. 🍸I drank four glasses in total. [F.N.J] I can't drink a little bit, haha, it tastes bitter and numb, but my friend seems to think it's okay? [Lime and Rose] Sour seasoning, the rose taste is not tasted, it is clean but not memorable. [Almond and Blackcurrant] The drink is very strong, but the protein crisps that go with it are quite delicious. For me, I like the customized one with pure lemon flavor the most. There is no technical content but it tastes good. 🍸I didn't drink much cocktails, and although I didn't have high expectations, I was basically not satisfied. The form was greater than the content, the cost performance was not high, and it couldn't match the reputation. I also checked in. (The wine list is on the last page) #Tonight, let's have a drink of tipsy wine #Shenzhen bar exploration #Asia 50Best bar #Shenzhen exploration #Nannan loves to play

This bar is so popular It is known as one of the top 50 excellent bars in Asia I came here for the Temple Ice House (Qiaochengfang Branch) 1️⃣The English coffee shop in the first space You can drink coffee at 5 o'clock, as well as cocktails and wine, and the cocktails are different from those in the second and third spaces 2️⃣The second space It is also the main cocktail bar with booths and bar counters The dark atmosphere with neon lights is retro and psychedelic 3️⃣The third space The August Hidden in the two hidden doors of the second space The August, like a secret base, is in front of you #This bar is a bit cool #My late night canteen #Niche Discovery Club #Capture the city's humanities #Pretend to be abroad