NYC-Boston 12-28Dec12 (Day 1)

Took the 18-hour direct flight from Sin to Newark and arrived at 6pm. The airport was nothing like what we'd expected (think JFK). Not sure if it was the timing but the place was really empty and we got through immigration swiftly. We regretted pre-booking a cab as it sure was quicker to just hop on one.

Well-rested on the flight so after settling into the hotel, we set out for our first big meal of the trip. Not the easiest to find but therein lies the fun! Went for a drink next door as we were early for our 950pm reservation. Tiny place that sits about 5 couples. No-menu philosophy. Take your seat and get fed. And so began the 2-hour long 10-course dinner. We were totally wow-ed by the food. What an excellent start to the trip! Read on a blog that they do not allow photo-taking but I managed to do so secretly. Such great foodie experience needs to be remembered. This gets our vote for sure.

Name: Momofuku Ko ** (website)
Location: 163 1st Ave  New York, NY 10003, United States
Expenditure: 425usd for 2, incl. a bot of sake