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Time for takoyaki: Maru Global opening in January
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Time for takoyaki: Maru Global opening in January
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Chef Ryo Igarashi and his wife Nicole are saying early 2010 for Maru Global Takoyaki, a Japanese street food-inspired BYO at 255 S. 10th (between Spruce and Locust). Takoyaki are basically tempura batter balls studded with meat or fish (most traditionally octopus) and garnished with bonito flakes or other flavor enhancers.
There are endless variations of the lil' fritters, which are cooked in specialty pans (see right) � Igarashi will do octo, shrimp, beef and chicken varieties, in addition to specialty takes like the Philly Cheesesteak (top sirloin, caramelized onions, cheddar b�chamel) and a pizza rendition with mozzarella. He'll also be cooking up non-takoyaki eats like rice bowls, yakisoba and fun fusion-type items like Japanese curry burritos (!).Prices will be affordable, ranging between $2.99 and $9.99; they'll be open for eat-in and takeout Monday to Wednesday from 11 to 9 and Thursday to Saturday from 11 to 11.
It'll be interesting to see how Igarashi's takoyaki stack up to those of his former boss, Jose Garces, who fell in love with the dish during overseas filming for The Next Iron Chef, and will add it to his menu at Chifa.
This is so exciting! A long-overdue addition to Philly's somewhat limited non-sushi Japanese scene.
This is what I think of when I read the word "Maru" http://laughingsquid.com/maru-the-cat-loves-to-attack-boxes/
[...] Maru Global Takoyaki is looking to open in January. Ryo Igarashi, a Jose Garces alum will be serving up tempura batter balls that coat meat, fish and most traditioanally, octopus. [Meal Ticket] [...]
this seems like such a niche market, but i'm excited about it! can't wait for the curry burritos!
Excellent place! Great food a Little small but delicious food!
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