In this generation that eats with their iPhones first, restaurants are advertising "rainbow," "unicorn," and "magical" to attract curious foodies looking to capture that perfect food-**** shot to make their followers salivate. Being one of those people who's constantly seeking out trends, I can say with certainty that a lot of them don't taste nearly as good as they look. Insert Rainbow Ramen, a new food offering from Chef Alan Valera at E.A.K. Ramen in Los Angeles. Originally conceived as a Pride Month **d of support, this cold Summer **odle dish does look incredibly pretty. Topped with that beautiful array of rainbow-colored veggies, two pieces of lotus root, and a sweet bean paste ground pork, it inspires snapping before eating.
But then you take a bite. The refreshingly chilled spicy-sweet soup base made from soy milk, sesame, and chili hits your lips. The chew on the thick, bold **odles is the perfect density to soak up the base, and the crunch from the fresh vegetables make this dish an absolutely refreshing delight for a hot Summer day. I hope this delight becomes a long-lasting trend, as It's **t only delicious, but It's a great excuse to eat your fill of fresh veggies, something I'm sure a lot of us could use on a more frequent basis.