To Nood or Not to Nood, That is the Question

People who know me know how much I love food. I’m always thinking and talking (and sometimes dreaming) about food, from the meals I make at home (kinda boring) to the incredible eats I find wherever I go.

One day I was in the mood for sushi and followed the huge “sushi” sign near the intersection of 4th and Wood Street. When I approached the door, I could see the interior was still undergoing construction. Full of disappointment, I backtracked and turned onto Wood Street, where I stumbled upon Yuzu Bar & Kitchen. If I couldn't get sushi, I was going to get ramen.

My first time at Yuzu, I ordered the beef sukiyaki ramen. The broth was so savory, the noodles so fresh and chewy, that yes, indeed, I ordered extra noodles. A member of staff informed me that the noodles are made in-house. I knew there was something special about these noods; they clearly were not the dried variety!

I’ve been here a few times already, and because I’m so happy and eager to dig in immediately I’ve forgotten to take a snap. Well, I finally found some restraint this time to showcase the braised chicken ramen (I added the yuzu bomb, which is a ball of spicy flavor). To do the ramen justice, it must be savored, not described with words.

And in case you were wondering, yes, I ordered a bowl of extra broth and noodles later. I'll be working that of in the gym tomorrow!

What dish makes your mouth water just by thinking of it? And…noods…or no noods?

Braised chicken ramen with yuzu bomb and baby bok choy @ Yuzu Bar & Kitchen, Pittsburgh, PA