For those of you struggling to use up your NUAs - here is a success story in Bali. Booked a deluxe King room for US$115 incl tax, and my NUA to this 3000 SQ ft sea view penthouse villa with a private pool was accepted. Perfect way to start an anniversary weekend! Still the best choice on 50 nights and 75.
If you’d rather skip the early-morning JR ride to Matsudo and the inevitable queues, there’s a much easier way to try this famous bowl. After gaining worldwide attention in the 2017 documentary Ramen Heads, Tomita has opened its first international outpost at CentralWorld in Bangkok.
The signature tonkotsu gyokai tsukemen (590 bht/18 usd) is well worth the fuss. Thick, chewy noodles soak up the rich, unctuous tonkotsu and seafood-based broth beautifully, finishing with a bright hint of yuzu. The premium set also includes a trio of char siu, each cut delivering a delicious smoky depth. The menu is far more comprehensive than the Chiba outlet with other styles like tori paitan and chuka soba to try.