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Local Reviews

The Nanjinger prides itself on the objectivity and impartiality of its reviews of restaurants, retail establishments, books, weekend retreats, etc. The Nanjinger receives no payment for the reviews herein, although on occasion, the item(s) under review may be donated by the vendor. Readers should be forewarned that places do sometimes close with little notice, either temporarily or permanently.

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Vogue without the Vineyard, in Nanjing’s Olympia

Renée Gray Beaumont -
As wine continues to splash on to China’s affluent social scene, it’s only natural that connoisseurs have begun turning their hobby into a lifestyle business. Jumping onto the barrel as it rolls through Nanjing is Maestro Zong Weiwei, and...
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Herb&Spice; The Place to Be This Fall

Renée Gray Beaumont -
Nanjing newcomer Herb&Spice, which is located in one of the city’s oldest districts near the Qinhuai river, presents itself as trendy, modern, fresh and cool. The restaurant/cafe fronts a factory refurbished art zone, similar to that of the industrial renovated...
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Autumn Applause for Nanjing’s Veggie Heaven

Renée Gray Beaumont -
Nanjing’s premier vegetarian restaurant has outdone itself once more, its autumn menu having a sound emphasis on health and well-being. It also tastes divine. As our bodies begin to stiffen and prepare for Nanjing’s long winter months, after what was...
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Eat or Just Drink @ Cute Downtown Brunch Cafe

Renée Gray Beaumont -
You would be excused for walking straight past this restaurant and not even batting an eyelid, for its exterior is, shall we say, uninviting. Eat is located in a popular student hub on Nanxiu Cun, right off of the...
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Molecular Cooking in Olympiad

Renée Gray Beaumont -
Hidden behind a black door; no sign outside, just a window, a menu is visible. We push the door open and hear the click of metal on porcelain and soft jazz in the back ground. The restaurant opens into...
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A Place for all the Pets of Nanjing

Renée Gray Beaumont -
Where do I start? I guess this story and its subject are testament to just how far the Chinese nation has come in regard to love and respect for animals. Luluka Pet House is a place that non-discriminately opens...
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Beijing Imperial Sophistication in a Tiny Package

Renée Gray Beaumont -
Have you ever just wished Chinese restaurants would, like, put in a tiny bit of effort in when it came to decor? Why the white washed walls and hospital lights? A lick of an earthy-coloured, wall paint, some candles...
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From Coffee to Caves; Hexi’s Latest Set to Impress

Renée Gray Beaumont -
First and foremost, let me begin by noting that this restaurant is not located inside a mall! Whoop whoop, boy, does that feel like a rare thing these days in our modern Nanjing. Sourcing natural wood and rock materials...

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