大熊猫老師
In Kyoto, there is a restaurant in Ichijoji known as a ramen battleground that exudes an adult atmosphere like a jazz bar. I visited "Ichijoji Boogie" after hearing that they had revamped their menu. The menu features only two items: ramen and tsukemen, with "tori niboshi" as the main dish. The interior of the restaurant has a calm atmosphere with dim lighting. I quickly ordered the tsukemen at the ticket machine near the entrance. As I sat at the counter, I was impressed by the efficient operation of the staff. The minimalistic decor added to the nice ambiance of the place. The restaurant even had a microwave available for customers to use freely, which was a nice touch. After a short wait, my order arrived: white noodles, black soup, and a topping of golden triangles. The noodles, although medium-thin, had visible whole wheat grains, which raised my expectations. The soup, with green onions floating on top, emitted a faintly pleasant scent of niboshi and a slightly tangy aroma. The topping plate had a visually appealing meaty appearance. I watched as the staff carefully used a burner to add a finishing touch just before serving. When I took a bite of the noodles on their own, I could clearly taste the rich aroma of wheat grains. I then dipped the noodles into the soup and slurped them up... "Ah!" This was the flavor I loved. The sharp soy sauce base with a refreshing acidity, complemented by the gentle hint of niboshi flavor, was delightful. When I tasted the soup directly, the niboshi flavor became more pronounced. It was interesting how the flavor changed depending on how you ate it. The chicken chashu had a moist texture and blended well with the soup, enhancing the meaty flavor and niboshi aroma. The pork belly chashu had a savory charred aroma that was irresistible, and the sweetness of the fat oozed out. The menma was thick and crunchy, with a soft texture that was easy to bite into despite its mild flavor and size. Midway through, I added my favorite sansho pepper for a change of taste. The combination with niboshi was excellent! The flavor profile instantly became more refined. In particular, the chicken chashu paired well with sansho pepper, giving a sense of enjoying elegant Kyoto cuisine. The thick-sliced pork loin chashu was packed with the rich flavor of the meat. It was a luxurious treat to wrap the noodles in. For the finishing touch, I requested a soup-wari, which added a subtle dashi flavor to the niboshi, creating a gentle taste. When I scraped the bottom of the bowl, I found plenty of minced meat, which supported the flavor from the bottom, truly a hidden gem. This bowl, which combined a tangy soy sauce base with niboshi, completely catered to my taste. Enjoying a leisurely meal in a sophisticated atmosphere while listening to calming music is also one of the restaurant's charms. Next time, I'll try the ramen!