, Ramen

All ramen-lovers are out there looking for the most authentic Japanese ramen they could find. New to ramen-lovin are just looking for the in-between -- a little less expensive with shorter lines. At one night, we opted for Ryu Ramen and Curry in Tomas Morato.

We ordered Ryu Ramen Curry, their "flagship" dish I suppose, and out came a heaping bowl of extra spicy curry ramen, beansprouts, egg and beef. It's perfect for the rainy weather and for sharing because of its huge serving size. And I didn't say extra-spicy for no reason. We also tried their gyoza, which quickly distinguished itself from all the other gyozas we've tried before at cheaper Japanese restaurants because of its firm texture. We coupled the gyoza with chahan, which is Japanese fried rice.

I love the minimalist interiors of Ryu Ramen & Curry in Tomas Morato, and surprisingly, it was not full on our visit. It's a great place for conversations, and short-term working because of the WiFi connection. The waiters eagerly wait on you and would jump at the opportunity to be at your disposal, without being intrusive. I can't wait to