Tampopo - Magische Nudeln

Student of ramen eating: [voiceover] One fine day, an old man and I went out for a bite. He's studied noodles for 40 years and said he'd initiate me into the art.

Student of ramen eating: Sensei, broth or noodles first?

Old gentleman: First comtemplate the ramen. Carefully observe the entire bowl while savoring the aroma. The jewels of fat twinkling on the surface, the men shoots glistening with fat, the nori darkening with moisture, the scallions floating on top. Above all, the stars of the show: three slices of roast pork, modestly half submerged. Now, then, with the tips of your chopsticks, smooth out the surface and caress the ramen.

Student of ramen eating: What for?

Old gentleman: To express affection. Then point your chopsticks at the roast pork.

Student of ramen eating: Go straight for the pork?

Old gentleman: No, at this stage merely tap it. Nudge it lovingly with the tips. Slowly pick it up and nestle it in the broth to the right. This next step is very important. I want you quietly to apologize to the pork. "Until we meet again."