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18 Raleigh influencers to follow

Fill your feed with everything Raleigh. Here are 18 of the top Instagram accounts and influencers to start following to help you get around the City of Oaks. Fill your feed with everything Raleigh.

A spread of pork + chive dumplings, kimchi tots, and salmon crudo.

A spread of pork + chive dumplings, kimchi tots, and salmon crudo from MOFU Shoppe.

Photo by @raleighfoodcrush

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Consider ourselves influenced. From mouth-watering restaurant reviews to insider information on hidden gems, Raleigh influencers have their bases covered. We asked you to share your favorite Instagram influencers in the City of Oaks — and got back 600+ responses. Here are 18 of the top accounts to start following.

🍔 Foodies

@raleighfoodtrap | Foodie couple Roger + Briana were chosen as WRAL’s 2021 Influencer of the Year.

@foodcravingz_ | Chrishonda mainly features recipes + restaurant reviews.

@beckeatsworld | Beck shows off some of the best eats in the Triangle + beyond.

@thatvegetariancouple | Looking for vegetarian options? Sree and Sriram are here to help.

@raleighfoodcrush | Vanessa features mouth-watering local + travel dishes.

@nancyjthapa | Nancy hooks her followers up with must-try eats and recipes.

@joyeatsworld22 | Joy is eating her way through NC + her captions are packed with information.

🗺️ Triangle guides

@experience_raleigh | Susan is a Raleigh native highlighting what the City of Oaks has to offer.

@raleighhiddengems | Erika posts exciting hidden gems and openings around the Triangle.

@nceatandplay | Megan highlights must-do’s across NC.

@nctripping | Christina + Carl takes their followers with them while they explore NC.

📸 Local lifestylists

@thecurlyclinician | Dr. Dashaé's account focuses on body positivity + style tips.

@welcometoraleighwood | Lindsay shares book recommendations, food + drink finds, and has her own podcast.

@annakhaddock | Anna is a photographer and blogger who highlights style, food + travel.

@jessicalaure_l | Jessica is a mental health therapist, life coach, and blogger based in Raleigh.

@laurenebown | Lauren is a mama living in the 919 sharing style, beauty, and home decor finds.

@k8_smallthings | Kate provides hair, makeup, and beauty tips.

@magnoliamegan_ | Beside being a Yelp Elite member, Megan also features things to do across the Triangle.

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