Morsels: Best bites of 2019

1. Marugame udon: The freshly made udon noodles are cut before your eyes. Best part: when the runny egg yolk mixes with the broth to enhance the umami-laden-bowl. The line at the South Coast Plaza looks daunting, but it’s worth the wait.
2. Top tea shops: At Omomo Tea Shoppe (5365 Alton Pkwy, Irvine) try the avocado smoothie with strawberries (substitute custard for boba). At Seven Leaves Cafe, opt for the mung bean milk tea with pandan leaves.
Mung bean tea flavored with pandan leave