Izakaya Niningashi in Tanjong Pagar, Singapore

The Himonoya and Shindo folks have opened a new izakaya in Tanjong Pagar (2 Craig Road, 6970-0224). And like its two brethren, they take a lot of pride in carrying himono dried fish from a brand called Bansuke. Keep in mind that it's not completely dry like a jerky; it's the outside that's dry, and the flesh inside is still rather tender.

But it's really the outside that makes it so delightful, as all of the savory flavor is concentrated there, together with some crunchy bones and an occasional bit of tasty fat in my akauo above. Now, it takes a bit of effort to navigate it with a pair of chopsticks (not all of the bones are edible after all). But I was delighted with this and will be happy to come back.