Prada Introduces Wong Kar Wai-Inspired Restaurant in Shanghai

My Shang Prada Rong Zhai is immersed in the distinguished director's artistic vision.

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Prada is poised to transform luxury dining in China with the inauguration of its inaugural freestanding restaurant in Asia, in partnership with famous Hong Kong director Wong Kar Wai. The establishment, titled Mi Shang Prada Rong Zhai, will be located in the ancient Rong Zhai mansion in Shanghai, a beautifully restored estate from 1918 that Prada has utilized as a cultural center since 2017.

My Shang Prada Rong Zhai derives its name from the Chinese expression “mi shang,” signifying “to be obsessed with,” which encapsulates the immersive and evocative ambiance the facility seeks to establish. The restaurant's design is fundamentally influenced by Wong Kar-wai, reflecting the visual elements of his renowned films In the Mood for Love and Happy Together. The area features mirrored surfaces and contrasted materials, reflecting the director's distinctive dreamy and sensual aesthetic. The concept is inspired by the philatelic motif of tête-bêche, which consists of two adjacent postal stamps in reversed orientations, representing a cultural connection between Milan and Shanghai.

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Infused with Wong Kar-wai’s cinematic artistry, every aspect of Mi Shang Prada Rong Zhai is carefully designed to radiate sophistication. The interaction of reflections and contrasts in the interiors amplifies the cozy yet dynamic ambiance, where Chinese and Italian styles merge effortlessly. Prada's refined character is contextualized within the historical allure of Rong Zhai, guaranteeing a dining experience that is simultaneously timeless and modern.

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The restaurant will provide an all-day dining experience, integrating Italian food with Chinese elements. The meticulously designed menu will encompass breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and evening cocktails, offering customers a sophisticated and varied array of foods. This amalgamation of culinary traditions elevates each meal to an artistic manifestation of cultural exchange, resonating with Prada’s legacy of craftsmanship and invention. Mi Shang Prada Rong Zhai will commence public operations on March 31, with reservations accessible through a WeChat mini-program.