Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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PHOTOGRAPH BY ANTHONY TIEULI NSHOREMAG.COM 50 AUGUST 2018 R A M E N EDITORS' CHOICE KOKESHI, SALEM STANDOUT QUALITIES: Umami-laden Kokeshi broth simmered for 17 hours, provides a satisfying base for a variety of toppings, like pork belly (natch) or fried chicken. FUN FACT: The broth arose from a compromise between the owners—one prefers a rich, thick tonkatsu style, while the other likes a light miso style, so they combined the two. INSIDER TIP: For an appetizer, try the flash-fried chicken wings, slow-braised for four hours in a mixture of broth and chicken fat and then dusted with a secret Asian-style coating and deep fried. 41 Lafayette St., Salem, 978-594-4197, kokeshirestaurant.com READERS' CHOICE KOKESHI, SALEM dine