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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.
Cila is a modern Xibei (Northwestern Chinese) restaurant in Xuhui, Shanghai. Photo by Nomfluence

Contemporary Chinese in Shanghai: Cila for Xibei Cuisine

Cila is a contemporary Chinese restaurant inspired by Xibei cuisine from northwestern China. Charcoal grilling, lamb, and spices.
Rachel Gouk
  • January 7, 2025
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Jerky Boyz: Shanghai’s Own Beef Jerky Brand

Shanghai home-grown jerky brand Jerky Boyz is now available throughout China! American-style jerky for your guilty snacking pleasure.
Rachel Gouk
  • April 20, 2024
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Champagne Free-Flow Brunch at Scena di Angelo Shanghai

Brunch at Scena di Angelo at The Ritz Pudong. A great value semi-buffet Mediterranean brunch for ¥398 with free-flow starting from ¥180.
Rachel Gouk
  • March 22, 2024
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The best butcher in Shanghai Swiss Butchery, where to buy steaks and meat to barbecue.

Swiss Butchery Shanghai: Get Your Steaks Here, It’s Barbecue Season!

Fire up the grill for barbecue season! Get your thick cut steaks and sausages from Swiss Butchery, Shanghai’s best butcher.
Rachel Gouk
  • April 20, 2024
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Shanghai city skyline. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence

Where To Stay In Shanghai: A Guide To The Best Districts

Where to stay in Shanghai and which districts are the best. A brief introduction of popular areas for tourists and new expats.
Rachel Gouk
  • April 12, 2025
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Terrakota is a stunning Mediterranean restaurant in Jing'an, Shanghai. @ Nomfluence

Terrakota Shanghai: A Mediterranean Haven in Jing’an

Vibrant restaurant Terrakota brings Mediterranean cuisine to Jing’an, Shanghai. A stylish crowd, a gorgeous space and fantastic food.
Rachel Gouk
  • March 18, 2024
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Shanghai local noodle guide: San Lin Tang for braised pork and intestine noodles and dumplings. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.

San Lin Tang: A Shanghai Gem For Braised Pork Noodles

A 40-year-old Shanghai noodle and dumpling shop in Huangpu, dishing up delicious noodles with braised meat and fat pork-filled dumplings.
Rachel Gouk
  • January 7, 2025
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Lawry's The Prime Rib opens a restaurant in Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.

Famed Steakhouse Lawry’s The Prime Rib Opens in Shanghai

Dining institution and famed steakhouse Lawry’s The Prime Rib opens Changning district, Shanghai. Standing rib roast enthusiasts, look out!
Rachel Gouk
  • March 13, 2024
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Comforting Italian food at Bambino, restaurant in Jing'an, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence

New Dishes at Bambino: Nonna’s Bolognese & Ossobuco Pie

Chef Lucky Lasagna’s new dishes at Bambino see fresh handmade pastas and an ossobuco pie. Comforting food with a home-cooked feel.
Rachel Gouk
  • March 6, 2024
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Steak and seafood at The Cannery

Catch The Wave! The Cannery’s Surf & Turf Special

The Cannery has a surf & turf promo all March long: 500g of M5 rib-eye with a seafood of choice for only ¥398!
Rachel Gouk
  • February 29, 2024
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