Tag Archives: Ramen

The Best Ramen- A Quest for the Holy Grail of Noodles

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Emily Cannell

Many of you know of my singular and all-encompassing love of the ramen noodle. In particular, the spicy version known in Japan as “Tantanmen.” Slurping, sloshing and spraying this delectable carb on other patrons at the ramen bar is an … Continue reading →

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Harassing the Nose….

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Emily Cannell

My younger sister, the Nose, is coming in town. Never let it be said that I passed an opportunity to harass a younger sister when the situation presented itself. One is never too old, or too mature, to practice this … Continue reading →

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A Food Peep Show

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Emily Cannell

On Sunday I was wandering around Shibuya replacing all of the various computer chords and headphones Demolition Derby boy had destroyed during his ill-fated school ski trip when I happened upon a snaking line of Japanese. It appeared to lead … Continue reading →

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