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Food is an important part of celebrating Christmas, we help you find some of the best offers in the city.

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Christmas dining at the Waldorf Astoria is nothing short of spectacular when its award winning chefs create a glorious menu of festive dishes that surpass expectations. At Pelham’s, a delectable six-course meal is priced at 1,888 yuan ($305) including a glass of Belle Epoque Champagne with festive dishes featuring modern French cuisine. The Chinese restaurant Wei Jing Ge is serving an authentic variety of local flavors with an eight-course menu (988 yuan). Tel: 021-6322-9988 Address: 2, Zhongshan E1 Road

Westin Bund Center Shanghai

Special festive brunches are on offer on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day at the Westin Bund Center Shanghai. With exquisite cuisine, exciting performances and live entertainment, your festive season at the Westin Bund Center Shanghai can last from morning to night. Cost: 568 yuan plus 15 percent service charge on December 21st, 28th; 628 yuan plus 15 percent service charge on December 25th, January 1st Tel: 021-6103-5048 Address: 88 Henan Road M

Ritz Carlton Pudong

Enjoy an Italian feast in a family friendly environment with excellent food and the best views of Shanghai at Scena, Ritz Carlton Pudong. Cost: 1,598 yuan for buffet including selected beverages Tel: 021-2020-1717 Address: 8 Century Avenue, Lujiazui, Pudong

Radisson Blu Hotel, Shanghai New World

Savor a classic Christmas six-course menu or luxury buffet with traditional Christmas desserts at dinner on Christmas Eve. Every diner can take part in a lucky draw for great prizes. Cost: 888 yuan per set plus 15 percent service charge for dinner set; 788 yuan plus 15 percent service charge per person for dinner buffet. Tel: 021-6359-9999 Address: 88, Nanjing Road W