My “things to eat/drink” list for Tokyo has become very long over the years, and I find when I prepare for an upcoming trip, I add even more to the list. I’m never in Tokyo long enough to make much of a dent in the list but I’m never worried because I know it’s a … Continue reading
I’m back in Japan for what I always think of, in my mind, as my roots trips. It’s funny though, because for as many times as I’ve been to Japan in my life, each trip always starts with a certain amount of anxiety amidst my anticipation for awesomeness. Perhaps it’s because of my basic understanding … Continue reading
I realized that I have so many posts pending, that I’m constantly feel overwhelmed and behind. Rather than trying to post in chronological order, I have decided to post on what I’m inspired to write about in the moment. So even though I was in LA a few weeks ago and have a mountain of … Continue reading
One last day in New York and over 20 different places on my list that I wanted to try for lunch. While so many seemed appealing, it was David Chang’s enthusiasm for ramen in Mind of a Chef that guided my choice. After trying (and loving) one of his choices in Tokyo, I wanted to … Continue reading
It seems like so much of what’s amazing in the food and drink scene in New York is happening in Brooklyn. I could have made up a list of Brooklyn-only spots for the weekend but knew that on this trip, we’d spend a day there max, so I picked out a few key things that … Continue reading
I’ve had Ippudo ramen on my radar for over 4 years. It’s been sitting on my “to try” list since I read that it’s one of the best ramen in New York City. But on my first, and then subsequent visits to NYC, I haven’t visited because it’s never been convenient and I haven’t been … Continue reading
I detoured to Tokyo on my way to visit my family in the Kansai area of Japan specifically to eat and I believe I was successful in accomplishing as much as I could in 3 days. I only conquered a quarter of my list, but have a lot to great eating look forward to the … Continue reading
