Six of Shanghai's best: Ice cream treats

Cheep n' cheerful

Probably the most popular local brand of popsicle, these solid refreshers – called Dongbei da ban - hail from a traditional Dongbei recipe and makes many Chinese nostalgic. // RMB3/each. Available at almost all street ice cream vendors.

Super matcha

Made with 100 percent Uji Matcha tea, order ice cream with corn flakes, red beans, chocolate cake and more. // RMB40. Nana’s Green Tea

Healthy treats

This Hong Kong transplant offers pure, natural additive-free ice creams with an array of delicious flavors: from blueberry to sakura to ginger. // Milk Top

Flash frozen

Newly opened, Lab freezes its ice cream with a self-designed liquid nitrogen machine. High marks for tech and taste. // RMB25-33. Lab

Italian stallion

An oldie, but goodie, this Shanghai start-up is an irresistible stop for traditional Italian gelato. Try their namesake blend of cream, chocolate and hazelnut. // RMB20-48. Le Crème Milano, for locations visit www.lecrememilano.com

Light n’ easy

Walk on the lighter side with a bowl of fresh-made frozen yogurt, topped with fruity, funky toppings. // RMB15-30. Anna Banana