Shanghai, once known as the Paris of the East, is acquiring a French flavor. That's thanks in part to the French people who have been pouring into the city in recent years. And with them, they have brought in their proud culinary culture.
Good morning, Shanghai. And breakfast, French style.
This bakery sells bread and cake, with ingredients imported from France.
Business is expanding, as locals grow to appreciate French food.
Shanghai resident Casey Chen said, "When I first started eating it, I wasn't used to the taste. And then slowly I chose what I liked, and there are many types to choose from. Now I think French food is very good to eat."
The secret for keeping a delicious taste, according to the head of this bakery, is preserving the French culinary culture. Harold Levillair believes his store represents the French art of living.
Harold Levillair, CEO of Founder of Paul China, said, "We reproduce our products in China as our families did more than 117 years ago. We've used the same process, the same production process for the past 117 years, and I think the Chinese love that."