
Asian cuisine and its impact on American food culture are examined in this series, which begins with ramen chef Ivan Orkin, who discusses ramen culture in New York and Tokyo. Also: Sun Noodles chef Shigetoshi Nakamura on what makes a great bowl of ramen; and chef Yuji Haraguchi's deli-style version of his broth-less ramen dish. Also: a Berkeley, Cal., market is toured with three former Chez Panisse chefs.

