Ramen Pop-Up at the Nest at WP24 Serves Up Gourmet Ramen

Nicole Surratt

Nest at WP24 is staging a series of ramen pop-up nights. Hokkaido style miso ramen will be served, with house made noodles, broth that is simmered over three days, sesame, scallion, bean sprouts, and sweet summer corn. Starting at $7 a bowl, this event presents a chance for a wider audience to enjoy Wolfgang Puck’s cuisine in one of his elegant restaurants. Seasonal additions such as market vegetables will be available to customize bowls for a surcharge.

Wolfgang Puck’s WP24 serves modern Chinese cuisine, inspired by the chef’s travels in East Asia. Surrounded by a view of the city, the restaurant features an extensive wine list and a selection of Asian beers and sake to complement the menu. Nest sits next door, a more casual lounge that serves appetizers, snacks, and sushi, as well as some favorites from WP24. Both are housed on the 24th floor of the luxurious Ritz-Carlton hotel at L.A. Live downtown.

Wolfgang Puck, a household name, first learned to cook from his mother and began working in restaurants in France at a young age. He found his way to Los Angeles in 1975, and was central in the rise of California cuisine. He now fronts multiple companies. Wolfgang Puck Catering serves many awards show celebrations and high profile events. Wolfgang Puck Worldwide includes a casual chain restaurant, six cookbooks, a television show, guest television appearances, a newspaper column, a housewares brand, and a packaged food line. He believes in using fresh, natural ingredients from local sources.

The ramen pop-up at Nest at WP24 begins June 30. August events are Aug. 4 and Aug. 25  from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.