The best ramen in Japan comes to Toronto
Chef Atsushi Yamamoto ( Yamamoto- san) has received numerous accolades f or his ei ght- s eat Tokyo ramen stand, Konjiki Ramen. And now, it’s coming to Canada. Yamamoto- san has chosen Toronto for his first overseas outpost, according to a statement. The eatery will reportedly open in early December, 2017, in Toronto’s North York neighbourhood.
Established in 2006 in Tokyo’s vibrant Shibuya district, Konjiki Ramen has been awarded Bib Gourmand- status in the prestigious Michelin guide for the past three years. In 2016, Tokyo Walker Magazine named it both “No. 1 Ramen in Tokyo” and “No. 1 Ramen in Japan.”
“In his quest to further promote Japan’s staple comfort food, Yamamoto-san has chosen Toronto, one of the most multi- cultural cities in the world, as his stage to discover more inspirations for his ramen from the diverse masses and abundant resources,” the statement says.
Konjiki Ramen is r enowned for its full-flavoured clam, chicken and pork stock. All elements of the soup are made from scratch, including the noodles, which are created according to Yamamoto-san’s well-guarded recipe. According to an Instagram post, the noodles will be crafted fresh at the Toronto spot using a machine imported from Japan.
Canadian customers can expect to find non- traditional ramen ingredients such as truffles and porcini mushroom oil integrated in dishes, according to the statement. Tokyo sweet shop Saryo — makers of Japanese treats such as shiratama dango ( sweet rice f l our dumplings) and jelly- like confections called warabimochi — will be supplying the desserts. Follow @konjikiramen on Facebook for updates.