Ramen. In Japan it’s an obsession. In America it’s been late-night dorm room post-party munchies. In San Diego, though, 2015 saw a handful of shops grow exponentially and ramen become serious eats. There are four major “types” of ramen in Japan: shoyu, miso, shio, and … [Read more...]
WORLD FARE: More than a missed steak at Dao Fu
Tofu gets no respect. Its reputation as a “meat substitute” precedes it. Bad tofu— and that’s most of the stuff you can buy— isn’t just boring, it’s bad. Really bad. Good tofu, on the other hand, is glorious. That is why Dao Fu (3332 Adams Ave.) in Normal Heights can change … [Read more...]
WORLD FARE: Nishiki Ramen offers innovative ramen grounded in tradition
The tonkotsu style dominates San Diego's ramen scene. That milky-white, meaty broth made from slowly boiled pork bones is certainly a powerhouse. But there's more to ramen than this one classic, Japanese style. The opening of the first American outpost of Tokyo-based Nishiki … [Read more...]
WORLD FARE: A new spin at Kula Revolving Sushi Bar
There's something about sushi. Maybe it's the simplicity: an itamae, a cutting board, a knife and some fish. Perhaps it's the minimalist aesthetic. It could be the spiritual sense, the connection to tradition, the itamae's role as chef, tour guide and confidant. At Kula … [Read more...]
WORLD FARE — Best lunch in town, Part I: Wa Dining Okan
Dinner is the glory meal. From chef-driven restaurants to the family table of your childhood, when you think of a great meal, it's dinner you probably picture. Breakfast? It's "the most important meal of the day," right? But lunch? Itís the forgotten meal: utilitarian. I submit … [Read more...]
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