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I had read about Ivan. His first shop is a long train ride away. Is his second shop already open? I also read that ramen Jiro was a "he-man" ramen experience. I am planning on trying a couple of places so Jiro will be one. Would you like to join me?

I greatly appreciate the link. I am looking forward to this experience!

Thank you very much for the tempura rec. It is very near where I am staying.

I was not clear. Curry rice originated on the JAPANESE naval bases.

I am going on my first trip to Japan. Unfortunately it is a work trip. I will be in Yokosuka for five days, working on the naval bases. I am hoping to get out in the evenings and avoid eating 'Merican with the sailors and my ex-military travel partner. My understanding is that curry rice originated on the bases so I am looking forward to some hearty bowlfuls. I did go ahead and schedule to arrive in Tokyo two days earlier so that I can walk around parts of the city. I am staying in Shinjuku on the east side of the train station. Mostly interested in some righteous ramen. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Yotsuba in Ann Arbor/Ypsi does a decent job, but could would be better if it had more options.

I went there with a couple of friends for some carry out before a Chicago Fire game on a Saturday evening. They were really humming and the line was out the door. I am a huge 'cue fan and was hoping for some really good stuff, but was underwhelmed. Again, the ribs were actually very good, but the brisket and pork, maybe cooked properly, were underseasoned. The amount of rub is more crucial than the amount of smoke, especially when the meat doesn't have a lot of bark. I really miss the N&N smokehouse that used to be on Irving off of Southport. I haven't lived in my hometown for 10 years now and am struggling to find a replacement for my quick visits these days.

It has been mentioned in other posts already, but I'll shout out anyhow. Villegas closed its doors right after the New Year. The Capital Area (Lansing/East Lansing) dining scene really blows right now. It is all middling...

Well, I ate here last week. Was pretty excited, but underwhelmed when I ate. te ribs were okay, maybe good, but the pork and the brisket lacked smoke flavor and seasoning. Not worth the wait in line. Too bad. There is better in Chicago.

I see that many of you are logged on , but I am not seeing any feeds. I just put the little one down for a nap so I am taking the chance to read the thread. I am looking forward to hearing some news about how things are going.

Well, it was decided that our baby is still too much of a fussy gus to bring or to leave at home with my wife w/ my help. I am saddened, but look forward to next year's event.

Hey, I don't see any pork belly/bacon on the menu. Are we tring to stay regional with preparations and ingredients?

Um, hi all. Is it too late for me to join the gig? I have really been out of the loop with a newborn. Sadly, I am out of the professional kitchen and back in my old "non-profit office gig" in Ann Arbor. I would love to hang out some.

So where did you go?

Downtown Lansing? There are the usual suspects. Majority is just across the street from the Capitol: http://www.redcedargrill.com/majority/index.htm. If you haven't been you must go. The interior is fantastic and the food is great. Closer to MSU campus is the State Room at the Kellogg Center, which is good. Most everything else downtown in geared towards speed. Except for Troppo. I have never been but have heard some interesting stories from former employees that have kept me away.