Irasshaimase (いらっしゃいませ) ! That’s a phrase you’ve probably heard often when eating at a Japanese restaurant, shouted above the sounds of the kitchen and buzz of diners by single or multiple sushi chefs as new patrons enter through the door. It means ‘welcome’, but what you probably didn’t know is that it’s also common for shop…
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Sokyo at the Star, Pyrmont
When I was little I always looked forward to reaching the age when I’d finally be old enough to go out to a fancy restaurant and order beautiful food and eat with multiple numbers of forks and knives. Sadly, that dream is one yet unfulfilled, but I have come pretty close in the way of…
An Asian Foodie Fest in the Sydney CBD: Pepper Lunch & Chanoma
This probably sounds a little crazy but every time I go somewhere new to eat, I get a little tingly feeling that spreads around my body, and this is followed by a strong urge to emit a little squeal of delight. My heartbeat quickens a little and I go all jumpy and buzzy, a knee-jerk reaction…
Japanese sweets & street food
Japan is a glorious place if you love trying new foods. Everywhere you wander in Japan, there always seems to be an abundance of snacks and sweets and meals that will stave your hunger at any time of the day. Whether its wagashi, onigiri, bubble tea or ice cream, there was definitely no shortage of delicious Japanese…
The real Ramen experience at Ichiran Ramen, Tokyo (Shinjuku)
Ichiran is ramen on steroids. Gourmet ramen, if you can call it that. An amazing foodie adventure full of ramen, tempura, udon, ramen, soba, rice was the main highlight of our recent holiday to Japan and Malaysia (besides the occasional pizza, which turns out to be not that unusual in Japan..). One of the most memorable eateries we…
Maddie Loves Food 