TikTok is turning into a real noodlist colony. Once relegated to cash-strapped college students, instant noodle packs are now haute cuisine that’s selling like hotcakes. This is thanks to Gen Z gourmands zhuzhing them up with top-shelf accouterments like spring onions and Kewpie mayonnaise. “Instant noodles have come a long way from being just a … Read more
This airline doesn’t want to be in any hot water. Korean Air will no longer provide economy class passengers with instant noodles on long flights to prevent burn incidents during turbulence — three months after rough air currents left an elderly passenger on another airline dead and dozens of others injured. Starting on Aug. 15, the … Read more
In a recent wedding controversy that went viral online, a couple was criticized for serving instant ramen noodles at their wedding after initially asking guests to select ‘chicken or fish’ on their RSVPs. A guest shared the bizarre story on the Wedding Shaming Reddit thread last week, saying she was looking forward to a main … Read more
She’s got beef with these noodle-headed newlyweds. A pair of hangry wedding guests are airing their grievances online after attending the nuptials of a childhood pal, hoping to chow down on a magnificent meal at the reception as promised on the invite — only to be served instant ramen instead. The hungry well-wishers were struck with … Read more
This food fight is certainly spicing up. Officials in Denmark have recalled ramen noodles manufactured by Samyang, saying a chili pepper extract included in three of its popular products could “poison consumers.” However, the South Korean company has hit back, telling the BBC that there’s no problem with the quality of their products — and … Read more
A pediatric nurse has issued a timely warning about the safety of a popular snack as temperatures across the nation plummet. In an explainer on Instagram, Sarah Hunstead, who runs safety page CPR Kids, reminded parents to be vigilant if feeding their toddlers and young children instant noodles. “Noodles are a popular snack, especially in … Read more
Send noods. A ramen bar in Houston, Texas, is struggling to stay afloat — and the owner is hoping an OnlyFans account can help with finances. Ninja Ramen’s business is struggling, possibly due to the upset for restaurants in general that came with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. But owner Christopher Huang has a … Read more
It’s dorm-room delicious. At a buzzy new Long Island City restaurant, there are 115 types of instant soup on the menu — including cups of ramen — just like you might make at home. In fact, you’ll have to add boiling water and cook the noodles yourself. Instant Noodle Factory (24-11 41st Ave., Queens) has … Read more
All hail the handheld. August 24, 2023 is National Burger Day where we as a country of division can come together, like two halves of the same sesame bun, to raise a sodium swollen fist in appreciation of America’s sandwich. Americans on average eat three hamburgers a week bringing our national total to nearly 50 … Read more