July went by so quickly! It was awesome to be a part of promoting TWO Marugame Udon grand openings and to check out other fun stuff last month!
1. Marugame Udon (Los Angeles, CA)
I had the pleasure of visiting Marugame Udon on two occasions this month! It’s amazing that they opened both the DTLA and the Costa Mesa in such a short time! The DTLA one was at The Bloc, and as usual the udon and the tempura were delicious! Last year I tried the Tonkotsu Udon, but this time I tried a few of their other udon options, like the Mentai Kamatama Udon and the Nikutama Udon. We also got to take home some Pocky snacks and candies!
I couldn’t believe Marugame Udon opened another location so quickly within one month of each other! This time the new location would be at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. I was able to support by visiting the Glendale Galleria location and even that location had a nonstop line out the door! We got the Nikutama Udon in a cold version this time, and got the Tonkotsu Udon, and a few tempura items. The service and experience was excellent as usual!
2. Menya Hanabi (Arcadia, CA) - @celinelinarte @kkarmalove
I was excited to check out Menya Hanabi because I had never had a saucy ramen before like that before! It is a dry ramen that is topped with spicy minced pork, green onions, chives, seaweed, garlic and fish powder. When it is mixed together with a raw egg yolk, it is a bowl full of savory goodness. We got the Curry Nagoya Mazesoba and of course, The Original Nagoya Mazesoba, along with takoyaki as an appetizer. Toward the end, they give you a bowl of rice to soak up the remaining sauce for a later meal!
3. Sip Matcha (Rowland Heights, CA)
Sip Matcha wanted to promote their seasonal drink, Mango Matcha. Mango is one of my favorite fruits, so I was really looking forward to trying it out! I asked for the milk option to add to the awesome layered look. It was so refreshing, fruity and milky at the same time, and it had a light matcha flavor. I loved this combination!
BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse and Social Native wanted me to showcase the new BJ’s Loaded Burgers. I got to try the NEW Bistro Burger and Hickory Brisket and Bacon Burger.