Paradise Walk (时代天街)
I seldom recommed shopping malls, considering them shallow and similar across all countries. However, this one is actually worth going, because of its fame and prestige across China. Even people we met in Beijing had heard of the great and glorious Paradise Walk, and for good reason-it's ENORMOUS and PACKED WITH OPTIONS (only flaw is no Apple Store). We were there all the time, because it was located right below our hotel, and you can get a real idea of wher Chongqing families nowadays spend their time and money. You will find a variety of shops and eateries. Below are a couple of interesting examples:
Baby swimming class
You can find a store dedicated to baby swimming. The babies were swimming(or bathing) inside a tub with the assistance of some helpers.
Mongolian beef
In this restaurant, you can buy different parts of a cow by weight. It was quite an experience. Besides beef, it also serves other food such as noodles in tomato sauce and vegetables. They were all delicious. We were also very impressed by their service.