7 St. Louis Ramen Shops to Keep You Satisfied This Winter

It’s officially ramen weather and, while it used to be a rare treat to get your hands on a steamy bowl of unctuous broth and noodles in St. Louis, the area now has a plentitude of good options.

Ramen originated in Japan more than 100 years ago, but has become popular worldwide in the last decade as diners seek authentic flavors tied, perhaps, to a simpler time. At its core, ramen consists simply of noodles, umami bone broth and toppings.…