NOMFLUENCE - A SHANGHAI FOOD AND DRINK BLOG

Han Kim Nam: No Frills Korean Comfort Food

No-nonsense Korean comfort food at Han Kim Nam. Hearty stews of Army Pot or with octopus and pork belly, plus Korean fried chicken and grilled meats.

Soulful Soba: Tokyo Ichimi, Standing Noodle Shop

Tokyo Ichimi is a standing soba noodle shop serving soulful bowls of noodles with tempura toppings — a rare gem in Shanghai’s dining scene.

Insane Value at Jade on 36 Restaurant Festive Brunch

Jade on 36 Restaurant has a festive semi-buffet brunch that’s hard to resist. At just ¥488 with a glass of sparkling, it’s incredible value for the quality!

Ultimate Guide To Christmas Markets in Shanghai 2024

A comprehensive guide to the best Christmas markets in Shanghai, where holiday cheer isn’t just encouraged — it’s practically mandatory.

Camel Group Closes: Bull & Claw, El Santo, KIN, DOC

The Camel Group abruptly closes all Shanghai restaurants, including The Bull & Claw, El Santo, DOC, and KIN, and leaves a trail of debt behind.

Mammamia Shanghai Neapolitan pizzeria. Photo @ Nomfluence

Mammamia! Neapolitan Pizzeria: 14 Years of Italian Tradition

Mammamia is one of the longest running Neapolitan pizzerias and Italian restaurants in China. Award winning pizzas, fresh pastas, and Italian antipasti.

Best Restaurants For Sukiyaki in Shanghai

Looking for a good sukiyaki in Shanghai? Here are three of my top three restaurants for high-grade wagyu.

ZUP Pizza Bar Reopens: Thin-Crust Pizzas & Sandwiches

Community favorite ZUP Pizza Bar has reopened on Shaanxi Bei Lu. Hail, the return of Chicago grid-cut tavern-style thin pizzas, smash burgers, and garlic knots.

Cantonese-French Fusion at Canfa

What does a Cantonese-French mash-up look and taste like? Canfa attempts this fusion of cuisines and cultures.

Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet, Shanghai, China

Michelin 3-Star Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet Closing in 2025

Renowned chef Paul Pairet, the creative mind behind Ultraviolet, announced that the Michelin three-star Shanghai restaurant will close sometime in 2025.