Ivan Ramen: Love, Obsession, and Recipes from Tokyo’s Most Unlikely Noodle Joint-Fast Shipping

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The end-all-be-all guide to ramen as told by the iconoclastic New Yorker whose unlikely life story led him to open Tokyo’s top ramen shop—featuring 44 recipes!

“What Ivan Orkin does not know about noodles is not worth knowing.”—Anthony Bourdain

Whilescores of people line up outside American ramen powerhouses likeMomofuku Noodle Bar, chefs and food writers in the know revere IvanOrkin’s traditional Japanese take on ramen. Ivan Ramen chroniclesOrkin’s journey from dyed-in-the-wool New Yorker to the chef and ownerof one of Japan’s most-loved ramen restaurants, Ivan Ramen. His passionfor ramen is contagious, his story fascinating, and his recipesto-die-for, including the complete, detailed recipe for his signature Shio Ramen, master recipes for the fundamental types of ramen,and some of his most popular ramen variations.

Likely the only chef in the world with theknowledge and access to convey such a candid look at Japanese cuisine toa Western audience, Orkin is perfectly positioned to author what willbe the ultimate English-language overview on ramen and all of itscomponents. Ivan Ramen will inspire you to forge your own path, give you insight into Japanese culture, and leave you with a deep appreciation for what goes into a seemingly simple bowl of noodles.