Instant Noodle =/= problem, but = solution to bland tasting food you eat everyday. I know it's bad but hey poison always tastes the best.

@WorkaholicsAnon. Originally Ramen came from China. Japanese Ramen is Japan's own variation on the Chinese wheat noodles (which is La-Mein meaning "pulled noodles"). You see the difference there? La-Mein and Ramen. In Korea it's pronouncned "Ram yun". Tbh i don't think there's much of a difference in the ramen other than the taste and the thickness of the noodle.

There's not much to recommend on Ramyun because it can be made just as good at home. But one noodle dish that i do recommend would be Jajangmyeon. (Basically noodles with black bean sauce on top). Go to any random Korean noodle shop and you'll find it. My SLI friend ventured downtown with the sole purpose of finding good korean food, and he recommends this. If it's good food, SLI's will definitely know where to find it. Listen to your duals advice!

Interesting Fact about Jajangmyeon. It's famous in Korea particular on Valentines day. However Valentines day here in NA and in South Korea is very different, it's duration is longer and Koreans take it very seriously, Feb 14 is when women give chocolates to their guy, March 14th is "White Day" where the males return the favor with gifts, and then April 14th is called "Black Day" which connotes obviously Bad Tings. Every one who has suffered through Valentines Day as a single has to sulk and eat Jajangmyeon in restaurants. The existence of Jajangmyeon is like a haven for sad people to cheer them up (because Jajanmyeon tastes good ).