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Torrance to Costa Mesa:An Umaimono Fair Crawl Part 2

Posted in Umaimono Fair on July 29th, 2008 by BB – Be the first to comment

Saturday, May 17th I set out to sample more Umaimono Fair treats. Since the event was only until the 18th, I enlisted the help of a few friends to share the large amounts of food available. On our hit list was the shark’s fin ramen, BBQ beef tongue, and the shina soba.

Stomachs empty, we arrived ready for battle at the Torrance Mitsuwa. Tokyo’s Chibakiya was offering shark’s fin ramen exclusively at this location for the fair. There was no line(erm…$18 a bowl) and we received our order quickly. The ramen was nicely presented in a ceramic bowl with a real spoon-a step up from the regular plastic bowls offered from other vendors.

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Shark’s fin ramen and takoyaki? Mitsuwa’s UMAIMONO GOURMET FAIR

Posted in Bites on May 10th, 2008 by BB – 1 Comment

Mitsuwa has done it again with a tasty looking lineup for their upcoming Umaimono Gourmet Fair. And this time, West and East coast Mitsuwas will be able participating:

http://www.mitsuwa.com/event/eevent.php?e=32

I’m looking forward to trying each one of the offerings so it looks like a group outing is in order.

1. Shark’s Fin Ramen:

“First of all, a scary surprise for Ramen fans, “Shark’s Fin Ramen”. “Chibakiya” in Tokyo will break into this event with this adventurous taste that stays loyal to its high-quality ingredients.”

5/15(Thu) – 5/18(Sun) Torrance Store
5/22(Thu) – 5/25(Sun) New Jersey Store

2. Shina Soba:

“Secondly, the much-loved “Shina Soba” of “Kujiraken“ in Kanagawa. Their motto, “Love for the noodles, and soul for the soup.” The sophisticated yet pronounced flavor of their soup is somehow nostalgic. Please try this heartwarming savor.”

5/15(Thu) – 5/18(Sun) Costa Mesa Store
5/22(Thu) – 5/25(Sun) San Jose Store

3. “Next on the list is the “BBQ Beef Tongue Plate, and Beef Tongue Bento Box” of “Tsukasa” from Miyagi, Sendai. The trickling juice of the grilled beef is irrisistible! Everyone’s appetite will surely be captivated!”

5/15(Thu) – 5/18(Sun) Costa Mesa Store

4. Takoyaki:

“Then from Osaka, “Takoyaki” of “Takoya Kukuru” , is currently the top favorite snack at the Universal Studio Japan City Walk. The airy soft skin, and its pronounced texture of chopped octopus are their pride. Their rich sauce is unmistakable in its flavor! Don’t miss their “Potato Apple Pie”, “Chaimon Sweet Potato”, “Yakiimo Sweet Potato” as well!”

5/15(Thu) – 5/18(Sun) Torrance, Costa Mesa Store
5/22(Thu) – 5/25(Sun) San Jose, New Jersey Store