Gluten-Free Vegan Ramen?!

September 6, 2020September 7, 2020 / Ramen Run / Leave a comment

Hi everyone, Joan here!

So… I recently switched over to a gluten-free way of eating. Why? Because it turns out, verified by my doctor, that I have a gluten sensitivity and is the reason why I have had skin issues for years. I’m not gonna go into too much details on that but it’s been about 3 weeks that I have not had bread, pasta, noodles or anything that has any wheat in it. So what does this mean for my ramen blog?!

When I announced some years ago that I have also switched to a plant-based diet, people asked the same question. Not to worry, there are still options out there and I have experimented on my own on how to make a gluten-free vegan ramen. Check out this recipe that I have made, inspired by Silverlake Ramen’s Vegetable Ramen recipe with a few of my own adjustments. You can do this gluten-free or with wheat noodles.

Gluten-free Vegan Ramen

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Pre-Apocalypse Ramen

March 20, 2020March 22, 2020 / Ramen Run / Leave a comment

Hello friends, Joan here!

We are living in strange times, aren’t we? Now that we’re all stuck at home, I hope everyone is using their time to rest, practicing healthy habits, but also being creative and learning. This is definitely a good time for me to catch up on blogging!

Before businesses started shutting down and people going on self-quarantine due to COVID-19, my husband and I were in the Covina area for a meeting. Since we were out there and I’ve been eyeing a ramen spot in Covina for a while on Instagram, I took this as an opportunity to try Artisan Ramen Kono.

I love simple menus

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A Bowl Fit For A King

March 1, 2020February 28, 2020 / Ramen Run / Leave a comment

Hi all, Joan here!

Just sharing a quick post of a spot I found on a whim as I was driving home from visiting family. I’ve been eyeing some new spots out in the San Gabriel area but wanted to save them for another time. Anyway, I found a place called King of Ramen in Pasadena on my way home.

I’ve never heard of this place, nor are they on social media. But I was intrigued so I gave it a try!

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Mommy’s Meal Out

February 16, 2020February 28, 2020 / Ramen Run / Leave a comment

Hey guys, Tanya here.

Loooong time, no write. I apologize, I let life really keep me busy. Joan has been keeping you guys up with the best ramen experience LA and all around has to offer.

I’m here to give super excited news on my end. Ramen places have been popping up slowly around my area and after many years, I have a place approx 10-15 mins away *cries happy tears*

The restaurant is located in strip plaza

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Best Of 2019

January 29, 2020January 29, 2020 / Ramen Run / Leave a comment

Hi all, Joan here!

Happy 2020! Just wanted to quickly write about a few ramen spots that I felt were some of the best ramen I had last year. I definitely went to more ramen places than I probably wrote about, but here are my top faves, in no particular order:

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Santa Monica Noods

December 3, 2019December 3, 2019 / Ramen Run / Leave a comment

Hi everyone, Joan here!

Just a quick post. As I journey through the Santa Monica ramen scene, which has been booming the last couple of years, I stumbled upon an actually well-known spot, Ippudo Ramen, which had made its mark in New York City. I didn’t realize it even existed over by 3rd St. Promenade, I just happened to walk by it one day. So I invited one of my ramen buddies, Elena, to join me for a ramen run.

Veggie Ramen

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Ramen and Russian Souvenirs

September 20, 2019September 20, 2019 / Ramen Run / 1 Comment

Hi everyone, Joan here!

I tried out a new ramen spot in Santa Monica with my friend Elena a couple of days ago. I had driven by Rakkan Ramen for about a year now but never had a chance to go. Since Elena just got back from her trip to Russia and wanted to catch up, we thought we’d try this spot out!

Souvenirs from Russia: chocolates, tea, amulet, and hand-made wooden bird

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Cultural Enrichment in DTLA

July 17, 2019July 18, 2019 / Ramen Run / 1 Comment

Hi friends, Joan here!

Long time no see! But I just went to a new ramen spot over the weekend and wanted to quickly share about it.

One of the things that I love about LA, especially Downtown LA, is that you can transport yourself to different countries within a 1 mile radius. I brought my friend, Elena, who’s originally from Saint Petersburg, Russia, and has not visited DTLA yet.

As I was googling ramen spots that had vegan options in Little Tokyo, I stumbled upon Okiboru House of Tsukemen. It’s summer, it’s hot… and tsukemen will hit the spot! Heh. That rhymed. Anyway… Okiboru was located in China Town instead.

Welcome to China… Town

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Ramen In A Winter Wonderland

January 13, 2019December 3, 2019 / Ramen Run / Leave a comment

Hi all! Joan here.

I went on a road trip to Canada over the holidays. You can check out my other blog to read about it.

We found a cute little ramen spot in Whistler, just two hours north of Vancouver, where we stayed throughout the trip. Thought I’d share a quick post about it!

Whistler Village

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Cat Friendly Restaurant

November 4, 2018November 4, 2018 / Ramen Run / Leave a comment

Hey all, Joan here!

Lately I’ve been playing some morning gigs out in North Hollywood area and would sometimes have a little ramen run afterwards. Either solo or with a buddy. This time I was joined by Kateri.

We found a place called Yok Ramen in Sherman Oaks, along Ventura Blvd. where you can find other ramen joints along the street.

Kateri ordered the Black Ramen and I ordered the Veggie Deluxe Ramen. Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture of my bowl. But you can kinda see it in the picture below:

Kat eating noodles like the Tiger eating noodles. Artwork by Buggy Labo

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