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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.
Black Salt is a casual Indian restaurant in K11, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence

Black Salt, Casual Indian in K11 Shanghai by Currify & Lotus Land

Black Salt is a casual Indian restaurant by the group behind Lotus Land and Currify, two long-standing Indian restaurants in Shanghai.
Rachel Gouk
  • October 5, 2023
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Waldorf Astoria Shanghai launched Pink Oyster, an 8-seater oyster degustation within the historical Long Bar on the Bund.

PINK OYSTER, An Oyster Degustation at The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai

The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai launches PINK OYSTER, an intimate 8-seater bar with an all-oyster degustation menu at the historical Long Bar.
Rachel Gouk
  • March 27, 2024
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Suzie’s Garden Is This Season’s Hot New Opening

Suzie’s Garden is Shanghai’s hottest new restaurant. The stunning villa locale woos with impressive food; order the dry-aged pigeon paella.
Rachel Gouk
  • October 31, 2024
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Chef-founder and restaurateur Eduardo Vargas, Shanghai.

20 Years of Azul! Interview with Chef-Founder Eduardo Vargas

Shanghai’s Latin-Spanish restaurant Azul celebrates its 20th anniversary, a momentous milestone for Eduardo Vargas’ flagship brand.
Rachel Gouk
  • September 12, 2023
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Chihuahua is a Mexican restaurant in Shanghai that does great tacos. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence

Mexican Restaurant & Bar Chihuahua for the Best Tacos in Shanghai

The very best of Mexican street food, and in my opinion, the best tacos in Shanghai at Chihuahua Mexican restaurant and bar.
Rachel Gouk
  • August 3, 2025
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The Pine: Chinese-French Fine Dining in a Garden Villa

Elegant “Chinese-style French cuisine” in a garden villa on Changle Lu. Seasonal set menus that marry the best of both worlds.
Rachel Gouk
  • August 20, 2025
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Impact of japanese seafood ban in Shanghai, China

China Bans Japanese Seafood, Impact on Restaurants in Shanghai

China bans Japanese seafood imports on August 24. Interviews with chefs and owners about the impact on restaurants in Shanghai.
Rachel Gouk
  • August 24, 2023
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Wanghong Worthy: Queuing Up For Hamburger Rice in Xujiahui

People are queuing up for Rou Rou Da Mi (肉肉大米), a Japanese fast-food restaurant with a single menu item. The dish? Hamburger rice.
Rachel Gouk
  • October 31, 2024
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The Latina Story: 25 Years of Brazilian Churrasco in Shanghai

Shanghai institution Latina Brazilian Steakhouse celebrates an astounding 25 years. Haven’t been to Latina? It’s about time you did.
Rachel Gouk
  • September 15, 2023
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The best cold noodles in Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.

The Best Bowls of Cold Noodles in Shanghai

Beat the heat while satisfying your taste buds with the best cold noodles in Shanghai from cold soba to Shanghai-style noods to liangpi.
Rachel Gouk
  • March 31, 2025
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