Akahoshi Ramen: Chicago's Finest

Akahoshi Ramen is a humble ramen shop in the city of Chicago. Everything is made in the restaurant, including all soups, seasonings, toppings, and noodles.

We are not an authentic ramen shop, though we value the history of ramen, and our ramen is influenced by its past and its future potential. The dish, popularized in Japan after World War 2, is symbolic of both struggle and perseverance. It is both a simple dish, and a fantastically complex one that we treat with reverence and respect.

Roughly translating to “Red Star,” the name “Akahoshi” is a love letter to two cities; Sapporo, Hokkaido, where red stars adorn city monuments, and Chicago, Illinois, where the red star decorates the city flag. Our ramen is influenced by Japanese and American ideals in cooking.

Akahoshi Ramen November 20, 2024

I've traveled the world in search of great food and particularly great ramen. And I must say, this is some of the very finest ramen I have had anywhere in the world.

Old's Little Havana: Miami's Best Kept Secret

Olds’ Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina is situated on the renowned “Calle Ocho” in Little Havana, a popular destination for both tourists and locals seeking the Cuban essence of Miami. With its vintage decor and music, Old’s Havana transports its guests to a pre-revolutionary time when Cuba’s spirit was vibrant and passionate. Their genuine Cuban cuisine is a testament to years of tradition through its flavors. Claiming the title “La Casa del Mojito”, Old’s Havana features a Cuban cocktail menu. Guests can experience the Cuban rhythm with live music while relaxing in the indoor dining area or the charming outdoor terrace. A lively Havana escape is right in your backyard.

Old's Little Havana December 30, 2024

Old's is my cannot miss stop whenever I am in Miami. This amazing little Cuban restaurant has the most delicious and authentic Cuban food anywhere. Sitting in the back yard in the open air, I get to enjoy the lively atmosphere, live music, incredible bites and I even get to smoke a cigar. This is my home away from home.