Tsuru Tsuru in Westfield Albany serves affordable, authentic udon with tempura and onigiri, offering some of the best udon on the North Shore. A proper udon fix at the mall. Chewy noodles, honest broth, tempura on the side and prices that actually make sense. Located on the corner of Westfield...
I’ve cooked so many ramen styles over the years, but this one brings me back to the roots, the original pork-bone broth that shaped everything we know about tonkotsu today. Kurume Ramen may not be as famous as Hakata, but its rustic, old-school soul is unforgettable. Kurume Ramen, the original...
Takimi Mazesoba Takapuna offers chewy noodles, rich sauces, and a unique solo dining experience inspired by Nagoya ramen culture. Thick chewy noodles, bold flavours, and a unique solo dining experience, Takimi Mazesoba brings Nagoya-style mazesoba to Takapuna. Tucked away on Hurstmere Road, Takimi Mazesoba is unlike most Japanese spots in...
St Pierre Sushi Manawa Bay delivers with its Super Crunchy Chicken Katsu Curry Bowl, crispy cutlet, rich curry, and fluffy rice. A quick stop at St Pierre Sushi turned into a flavour-packed surprise, the Super Crunchy Chicken Katsu Curry Bowl is comfort food perfection. St Pierre Sushi has long been...
Quick bites in Wellington’s food courts: shawarma, butter chicken, ramen and Korean fried chicken all packed with flavour and value. Shawarma with the crispiest chips, unexpectedly bold Indian curry, a ramen hunt, and a last-minute fried chicken fix, Wellington, you fed me well. During a quick business trip to Wellington,...
A refreshing Japanese appetiser made with thinly sliced octopus, cucumber, wakame, and sesame seeds in a tangy rice vinegar dressing. Tangy, crisp, and packed with umami, this Japanese appetiser brings together the sea’s finest with vinegared grace. The perfect way to cool off on a summer evening! #TakoSu If you’ve...
Marugame Udon in Waikiki offers quick, affordable Japanese udon noodles and tempura in a fast-paced, cafeteria-style setup. Line out the door? Totally normal here. Chewy udon, crispy tempura, and lightning-fast service You’ll be slurping in no time! #MarugameUdon Whenever I’m in Waikiki and looking for a quick, satisfying, and budget-friendly...
A comforting miso soup enriched with sweet corn, umami-rich miso, wakame, and dashi—a fusion of Japanese tradition and summery sweetness. Golden summer corn meets umami miso in this 10-minute vegan soup that dances between sweet and savory. A taste of sunshine, even in winter. #MisoCornSoup There used to be this...
A rich shrimp and chicken broth ramen topped with jumbo prawns and ebiko balls – inspired by the famous Le Shrimp Ramen but made at home. That first sip of shrimp-infused broth with plump prawns and bouncy noodles? Pure umami magic. Who needs takeout? #ShrimpRamen The first time I tried...
Zigu in Honolulu offers an exceptional izakaya experience with standout dishes like Hawaiian Ahi Cutlet and Spicy Chilled Soba, paired with warm, attentive service. An unforgettable dinner at Zigu in Honolulu—where every dish tells a story. The Hawaiian Ahi Cutlet? Divine. The Spicy Chilled Soba? A revelation. And that tempura...
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