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Rachel Gouk

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Rachel Gouk has been writing about food and drink in Shanghai since 2011. She is a food critic, writer, photographer, and F&B consultant based in Shanghai. Nomfluence was founded in May 2018 as a means to express her love for the Shanghai F&B scene. Follow her blog www.nomfluence.com or on Instagram @nomfluence.

A Solid (And Cheap) Dim Sum Restaurant: Han Lin Xuan

Found! A solid Chinese restaurant for dim sum in Shanghai: Han Lin Xuan. It’s tasty AND cheap. Dim sum is served daily.
Rachel Gouk
  • August 28, 2025
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Where to eat the best Peking Duck in Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence

The Best Peking Duck in Shanghai

Crispy skinned with tender meat and rich flavor. Here some of the best restaurants for Peking Duck in Shanghai at different price points.
Rachel Gouk
  • September 18, 2025
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Jade on 36 Unveils New Summer Menu by Chef Olivier Pistre

Jade on 36 launches a new summer menu courtesy of chef Olivier Pistre. Celebrate an occasion with modern French cuisine and a Shanghai skyline view.
Rachel Gouk
  • August 28, 2025
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Burger & Lobster pop-up at The Shanghai EDITION. photo @ Nomfluence

Pop-Up! Burger & Lobster at The Shanghai EDITION

​Famed London original Burger & Lobster is doing a pop-up at The Shanghai EDITION — serving from now until September 17!
Rachel Gouk
  • July 31, 2024
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Lawry's the Prime Rib Shanghai

Lawry’s Shanghai: More Than Just Prime Rib, Free-Flow Brunch

Famed prime rib steakhouse Lawry’s Shanghai has just launched new dishes! Check out what’s fresh and hot at this dining institution — more than just prime rib on the menu.
Rachel Gouk
  • August 28, 2025
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COA Shanghai reopens. Photo @ Nomfluence

COA Shanghai Returns: Agave Cocktails From Asia’s 50 Best Team

Agave spirits cocktail bar COA Shanghai has reopened on Fuxing Zhong Lu.
Rachel Gouk
  • August 3, 2025
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Swirl cocktail bar in Huangpu, Shanghai. Photo @ Nomfluence

Wine Cocktails at Swirl, The Latest From SG Group

Swirl is the newest cocktail bar by the SG Group, serving up wine cocktails that are “not shaken, not stirred, just swirled.”
Rachel Gouk
  • August 28, 2025
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Barules Shanghai cocktail bar by Sam Kuan

Cocktail Bar Barules Shanghai Shakes Up The Drinks Scene

Veteran bartender Sam Kuan returns to reopen Barules Shanghai. Hyper-creative custom cocktails, Dick Bradsell tributes, and signatures in an energetic space.
Rachel Gouk
  • August 28, 2025
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Chef Tom Ryu Opens NABI Shanghai For Modern Korean

NABI is a contemporary Korean restaurant by Tom Ryu, a chef and restaurateur that is leading the charge with inventive Korean cuisine in Shanghai.
Rachel Gouk
  • August 28, 2025
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American Barbecue Restaurant Smokin’ Hog Opens in Jing’an

Barbecue brand Smokin’ Hog has graduated from delivery-only to a full restaurant in Jing’an. Smoked brisket, ribs, and pulled pork, ahoy!
Rachel Gouk
  • August 28, 2025
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