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Time Out
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
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This is Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto's ultimate comfort dish
For the month of May, Time Out New York is celebrating the culture and contributions of Asian Americans across the diaspora for Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month. To that end, we are highlighting some of our AAPI vendors at Time Out Market New York. So far, we got intel from owner and head chef Matthew Lim of Okiboru on how we should be eating ramen's bolder cousin. This week, we chatted with the culinary legend himself: Masaharu Morimoto of Mori Mori. We spoke with the 'Iron Chef' to hear about his comfort foods, a cooking tool he can't live without and how he ushered in AAPI Month at one of the largest Japanese cultural celebrations in New York. This year, you ushered in the 4th annual Japan Parade and Street Fair as the Grand Marshal. What did that mean to you? Masaharu Morimoto: It's a big honor for me to be the Grand Marshal of this year's Japan Parade. I've spent many years sharing Japanese food and culture in America, so this feels very meaningful. It's a great chance to celebrate Japan with the New York community, and I'm excited to see everyone and be part of this special event. How are you continuing to celebrate your heritage during AAPI Month and beyond? MM: Through my restaurants, cooking and teaching people about Japanese cuisine. During AAPI Month and beyond, I highlight authentic Japanese ingredients and techniques in everything I do. It's important, to me, to honor tradition while also introducing more people to the flavors of Japan. What is your comfort food? MM: While sushi will always be one of my favorite meals, a hot plate of okonomiyaki is my top comfort food. It's filling, easy to enjoy and reminds me of my childhood. I eat it when I want something quick and satisfying that reminds me of my hometown, Hiroshima. What is a cooking tool you can't live without? MM: My set of Japanese knives. They're the ultimate weapon of an 'Iron Chef.' I sharpen them regularly to always keep them in good shape. What is a dish that you could eat every day without getting sick of it? MM: Sushi. There are so many types and flavors, and it always feels fresh and balanced. At Mori Mori, I enjoyed experimenting with different ingredients, which made it even more exciting to both create and eat. What is a Japanese dish that is overrated in American culture? MM: I don't like to say any Japanese dish is overrated, because every dish has meaning and tradition. Each one tells a story, whether it's from a specific region or based on a long-standing cultural practice. The way food is prepared and served is just as important as the ingredients themselves, which is why every dish deserves respect. What is a Japanese dish that you think deserves more shine? MM: I believe dishes like tempura deserve more shine. It's a simple yet refined dish that showcases the beauty of light, crispy batter and fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Time Out
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Okiboru's head chef can't live without this particular dish
For the month of May, Time Out New York is celebrating the culture and contributions of Asian Americans across the diaspora for Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month. To that end, we are highlighting some of our AAPI vendors at Time Out Market New York. This week, we spoke with the owner and head chef of New York's popular tsukemen shop, Matthew Lim of Okiboru, about his comfort foods, which food across the Japanese diaspora deserves more shine and how he celebrates the month. What is your comfort food? Matthew Lim: Omurice. It's simple, nostalgic and reminds me of late-night meals growing up—fluffy eggs, seasoned rice and that sweet-savory ketchup sauce. Pure comfort in every bite. What is a cooking tool you can't live without? ML: Our noodle strainer baskets. It might sound basic, but getting the noodle texture just right is everything. We time and strain each batch with care to hit that perfect chew. What is a dish that you could eat every day without getting sick of it? ML: Tsukemen, hands down. Dipping the noodles and building each bite your own way keeps it fun and satisfying. The flavor profile shifts just enough each time to stay interesting. What is a Japanese dish that is overrated in American culture? ML: Overloaded sushi rolls. Sushi is incredible, but in the U.S., it's sometimes turned into more of a spectacle—piled high with sauces and toppings that can drown out the simplicity and balance that make it special. What is a Japanese dish that you think deserves more shine? ML: Tsukemen—it's ramen's bolder, often overlooked cousin. Our slow-simmered broth and thick, chewy noodles make it rich, layered and comforting. Once people try it, they rarely go back. How do you like to celebrate AAPI Month? ML: I cook. I tell stories. I invite people to sit, eat and ask questions. I believe sharing food is sharing soul, and that's how we honor our roots—with every dish served, we're keeping tradition alive and passing it forward.
Time Out
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Here's where to get gorgeous spring cocktails in Dumbo
Spring, she's finally here and she's wonderful! Now that we have warm temps on the horizon, now is the season to catch the flowers bloom or enjoy the great outdoors at some the city's best rooftops and outdoor dining spots. And with the changing of the seasons, comes the return of springtime flavors. Keeping in step, Time Out Market New York recently launched it springtime cocktail menu with nine different options to get you in the mood. Cocktails range from $14 and cap out at $16, from refreshing watermelon margs to sangria spritzes. Ready for a little sun and sip on our patio? Here's a few cocktails that are ready and waiting to be in your hand this season. Somewhere in Dumbo: Bombay Sapphire Gin, St. Germain, cucumber and lime. Storm Surge: Bacardi Reserve ocho rum, Bacardi Coconut rum cranberry, passion fruit, orange juice and lime. Bourbon Grapefruit Smash: Maker's Mark bourbon, pamplemousse liqueur and grapefruit. The Emerald Sprig: Finvara whiskey, Italicus, lemon and rosemary syrup. Berry Sangria Spritz: Red and white wine, strawberry syrup, triple sec, framboise and vanilla. Smokey Spongebob: Dos Hombres mezcal, lime, pineapple, agave spiced nectar and Q ginger beer. (And while not the most springy of the bunch, you can't forget the Espresso Martini with Meilii vodka, cold brew and coffee liqueur.) Now if zero-proof is more your speed, the bar also has the Hagave Lemonade ($6) with Hagave spiced nectar, lemon and club soda or the Tropical 'Rum' Punch ($10) with Ritual Rum alternative, orange, cranberry and passion fruit. And if you are more of a beer drinker, get a sip of something local at The Local Corner like our Time Out Lager ($7) Merman IPA from Coney Island Brewery ($9) and Brooklyn Lager from Brooklyn Brewery ($9).
