All Posts by：Brian MacDuckston

written by Brian MacDuckston

Brian MacDuckston is a Tokyo-based ramen hunter and cookbook author. His website, YouTube channel, and social media point ramen lovers around the globe to great ramen shops in Japan. Though having been to around 1500 ramen shops, he feels that he's barely scratched the surface of the ramen world.

Tonkotsu

Tonkotsu ramen, made by boiling pork bones for long hours until the broth is creamy, has become a worldwide hit. Try some of the best shops in Tokyo in our ongoing ramen series.
2021.12.06
Mazesoba

Mazesoba, soupless mix-em-up noodles, have gained popularity on the ramen scene in recent years. Skip the soup and focus on the noodles and toppings at some of these mazesoba shops in our ongoing ramen series.
2021.11.01
Tsukemen

Thick cold noodles served with an intense ramen broth have been all the rage for the past decade. Start dipping into our ongoing ramen series.
2021.10.01
Miso Ramen

Miso, made from fermented soybeans, is a natural match for rich ramen soups. Salty and a bit funky, dive into the world of miso ramen in our ongoing ramen series.
2021.08.02
Shoyu Ramen

Shoyu ramen is the most traditional style of Japanese ramen. Bone broth is flavored with soy sauce for an intense but satisfying bowl of comfort food. Explore shoyu ramen in our ongoing ramen series.
2021.07.05
Shio Ramen

Though simple-sounding in concept, Shio ramen packs more of a flavorful punch than one might think. Discover the complexity of salt-based ramen in this first installment of our new ramen series.
2021.05.10