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Zen Sheng Shu

From: Shenzhen Daily

The name Zen Sheng Shu, literally meaning “how to write” in Chinese, is derived from a line in Ouyang Xiu’s poem. It tells of a young woman asking her husband, “How to write ‘mandarin ducks,’” to express conjugal affection. In Chinese culture, mandarin ducks are a symbol of eternal love.

The exterior of Zen Sheng Shu. File photo

This coffee shop is housed in a two-story building decorated in traditional Chinese architectural style. The first floor specializes in Italian coffee and desserts, while the second floor is dedicated to hand-brewed specialty coffee.

Featuring blue-gray tiles, hollowed-out windows, stone pathways, expansive lawns, and rockeries, it recreates a serene traditional Chinese garden that harmonizes beautifully with the natural surroundings of the park. From inside the café, you can enjoy views of lush greenery, a pavilion, a pond, a moon gate, and rock formations — forming a living Chinese landscape painting that instantly calms the heart.

Opening hours: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Venue: Inside Shenzhen International Garden and Flower Expo Park, Futian District (福田区园博园内)

Metro: Line 1 to Qiaocheng East Station (侨城东站), Exit A


The name Zen Sheng Shu, literally meaning “how to write” in Chinese, is derived from a line in Ouyang Xiu’s poem. It tells of a young woman asking her husband, “How to write ‘mandarin ducks,’” to express conjugal affection. In Chinese culture, mandarin ducks are a symbol of eternal love.